Course Overview
Awards:
QQI Level 6 Broadcasting 6M5130
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work as a media professional both independently and in a supervisory capacity in a fully functioning radio station. The programme is designed to give the learner ample opportunity to hone key skills working in a live broadcasting environment, develop an understanding of an ever changing and growing media industry and build a portfolio of work as a media professional, broadcaster and journalist.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 6 Major Award in Media Production.
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Typical Modules
Communications
Multimedia Sound
Work Experience
Multimedia Sound
Work Experience
Media Industry Awareness
Broadcasting Presentation Skills
Radio Documentary Production
Broadcasting Presentation Skills
Radio Documentary Production
Radio News Broadcasting
Media Ethics & Legal Framework
Media Ethics & Legal Framework
Entry Requirements
Employment Opportunities
- Education: NFQ Level 5 in a relevant discipline when accessing a Level 6 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
- Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to exercise initiative and independence when carrying out course activities.
- This course qualifies learners to seek entry-level employment in the Media Industry across a range of technical and creative disciplines.
- Some graduates have opted to become freelance journalists, Researchers, Documentary Makers, Scriptwriters and Film Directors.
- Other successful graduates have continued their studies at various Institutes of Technology such as IT Tralee, LIT and IADT Dun Laoghaire.
- Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
