Expand+Course commencing 12th September 2022.

For queries, please contact Annemarie Green by e-mail annemarie.green@mtu.ie or Rose McGrath, rose.mcgrath@mtu.ie

Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €400 online if...

Hide-Course commencing 12th September 2022.

For queries, please contact Annemarie Green by e-mail annemarie.green@mtu.ie or Rose McGrath, rose.mcgrath@mtu.ie

Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €400 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.

You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you and you wish to accept it.


Please attach and upload any documents including evidence of your possession of a Level 7 degree or similar.

Applications Open 1st February 2022.

Expand+Admission Requirements
Entry to the course is through either a formal qualification or industry experience. Candidates applying with a formal qualification are required to have already completed a level 7 degree or equivalent. Familiarity with di...

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Entry to the course is through either a formal qualification or industry experience. Candidates applying with a formal qualification are required to have already completed a level 7 degree or equivalent. Familiarity with digital media, and media sharing platforms and services are desirable. Qualifications can be in a range of areas including media production, sound production, journalism, or graphic design. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/advanced entry will be applicable for candidates with existing prior experiential learning.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

Expand+Aim
The Certificate in Television Production is aimed at those wanting to launch a career in TV programme making, as well as those already in the industry wanting to upskill. It combines study of the media market, both domestic and international, w...

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The Certificate in Television Production is aimed at those wanting to launch a career in TV programme making, as well as those already in the industry wanting to upskill. It combines study of the media market, both domestic and international, with specialised training in craft and production. Lectures will introduce students to the current industry environment with in-depth knowledge of media ownership, funding models and programme formats. Students will develop the professional skills required to launch a career within the television production sector.

What will you be doing?
TV Production, audio visual production, researching, directing, camera operators, sound recording and video editing, live programming and documentary making.

Why do this course?
• All participants will get work experience in RTE and or an independent TV production company.

• Students will be introduced to experienced and senior speakers working in TV production both in Ireland and internationally.

• Annual seminar organised by students on current and emerging trends within programme production will provide further networking opportunities.

• The programme is delivered in a blended format, combining both online delivery and face-to-face placement activities. Blended learning will offer you the opportunity to study part of the programme within your own schedule and at your own location.

Expand+Semester 1:
TV Production Careers
TV Industry Environment

Semester 2
TV Industry Placement*

*The TV Industry Placement module provides students with valuable experience of both initial on site industry practice as well as specialised trainin...

Hide-Semester 1:
TV Production Careers
TV Industry Environment

Semester 2
TV Industry Placement*

*The TV Industry Placement module provides students with valuable experience of both initial on site industry practice as well as specialised training. During the first part of the placement period, participants will have the opportunity to observe live studio production, directing and camera operation, pre and post-production workflows including research and programme concept development experience. Industry partners will collaborate in identifying appropriate skillsets that students can develop and in which they will receive hands-on experience.