Audio-Visual Production for Online Platforms
This innovative course is aimed at those who wish to specialise and build their skills in online audio/video production and dissemination
| Award Name | Certificate |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
Duration
1 Year
Course Delivery
The course comprises of six taught modules over two semesters, delivered 80% online and 20% on campus. The on-campus workshops will be 3 per semester on Saturdays. The online classes will be roughly 8hrs a week. This will accommodate students in active employment.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Five passes at Leaving Certificate on ordinary level papers at Grade D or above (including English and Mathematics) or 4 passes at Leaving Certificate (of which at least two are on higher level papers) at Grade D or above (including English and Mathematics) will be required for entry onto this programme.
Applicants who do not meet the academic entry requirements but who have significant relevant experience in the technology or media sectors can apply under the Institute’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
Further information
Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
Fees & How to Apply?
Visit dkit.ie/parttime for more information about this course, how to apply and the start date for this course.
The course will cover production and post-production skills for online video, content development and scripting for online video, and marketing/ entrepreneurship for online content creators. Participants will also gain skills in audio, graphics, presenting, live streaming and VFX for online video.
The course will strive to instill awareness in participants with regard to low-budget production methodologies including home ‘studio’ production - and the many open-source software tools and platforms that can facilitate startups in this area. It will also strive to develop awareness with regard to proven strategies for reaching audiences through Social Media.
Who should apply?
This course is aimed at upskilling those already involved in the A/V sector and providing a solid skills foundation to those who intend to seek employment in various online positions. This course will be relevant to school leavers, recent graduates and those who wish to reskill.
Course Content
Semester 1:
Introduction to Vision and Sound
Writing for Online Media
Content Creation for Social Media
Semester 2:
Digital Audio and Recording Techniques
A/V Technologies for Live Streaming
Visual Effects for Online Content
Contact
Lorcan Dunne,
School of
Informatics &
Creative Arts
E: lorcan.dunne@dkit.ie