Media & Broadcasting
A 1-year introduction to broadcasting & media production with skills in Radio, Television & Journalism, delivered in state-of-the-art Radio and TV Studios.
| Award Name | BTEC National Diploma at UK Level 3 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC National Diploma at UK Level 3 | Pearson |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Standard minimum entry requirements for all courses in BCFE:
• Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
• CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 and Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English.
• Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. Please refer to Information for international students.
• A PPS number is required for registration. Please refer to How to get a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number.
• The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+)
Minimum entry requirements for all level 5 courses
• QQI Level 4 award or equivalent
• Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or a relevant QQI Level 4 certificate.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Opportunities
• Graduates with a Merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as:
o Journalism and Content Creation Level 6 (MJH)
o Radio & Podcasting Producing and Presenting Level 6 (MRH)
o Television Production and Operations Level 6 (ITH)
o Web Design – Advanced App and Web UI/UX Level 6 (DMH)
Further information
Commencing September 2024.
• International Applicants
• Mature Students
• VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) funded applicants
• BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) funded applicants
Sources of Funding:
- PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme Refer to www.susi.ie
- VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) Refer to www.gov.ie/vtos
- BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) Refer to www.welfare.ie
- SOLAS Fund for Students with Disabilities Refer to www.solas.ie and guidance notes on www.bcfe.ie
Applicants should bring relevant work to the interview.
Applications and Admissions Process 2024/25:
All applications to Ballyfermot Campus will be accepted after the 6th November 2023 and the closing date for receipt of applications directly to Ballyfermot Campus is the 27th of September 2024. Applications received after this date will be processed as late applications in accordance with the Admissions Policy of Ballyfermot Campus.
Apply Online (see "Application Weblink").
For further details on admissions:
Tel: (01) 6269421
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie
Why Choose Media & Broadcasting?
This one-year course introduces you to the broadcasting and media industries with a strong emphasis on the practical skills needed to work in radio; television; online media; journalism and content creation.
All aspects of this dynamic course are integrated and assessed through individual or group assignments and projects in the college’s state-of-the-art radio and television studios.
Many students progress from the Diploma in Media and Broadcasting to Higher National Diplomas in Ballyfermot College or further studies elsewhere.
What Will You Study?
Presentation Techniques for Broadcasting
Interview Techniques for Creative Media Production
Music based programming
Working to a Brief in the Creative Media Sector
Understanding Video Technology
Marketing and Public Relations
Communication Skills for Creative Media Production
Working Freelance in the Creative Media Sector
Understanding the Creative Media Sector
Photography and Photographic Practice
Research Techniques for Creative Media Industries
Creative Media Project
Award: Pearson BTEC Level 4 National Diploma in Creative Media Production.
Ballyfermot College of Further Education,
Ballyfermot Road,
Ballyfermot,
Dublin 10
Phone: +353-1-6298500
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie