SHORT FILM AND FACTUAL VIDEO PRODUCTION

Why choose this course?

• This course provides you with the opportunity to build a visual portfolio in the areas of drama film and factual video production, photography, and television studio work. You will learn about and experience the many creative roles available in these areas.

• You will acquire practical skills in single and multicamera shooting, photography, and film & video editing, using professional standard equipment. These skills will be evidenced in a portfolio of work including a short film, factual video, scripts, and photography. This portfolio may be used for applications to film & television degree programmes.

What will you study?

• Film Production (5N0637)

• Media Analysis (5N1298)

• Work Experience (5N1356)

• Television and Film Editing (5N0540)

What do you need to apply?

In addition to the ‘Entry Requirements’ outlined on page 4, for this course you will also need to provide samples of your visual work. Please see the ‘Guidelines for Samples of Visual Work’ for details.

Progression Opportunities

• Graduates with a Merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as:

• Film (IFH)

• Television Operations and Production (ITH)

• Visual Effects and 3D Technology (IFX)

Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities. Students may also use their digital film and video work as a portfolio to apply for entry to Film and Television Degree programmes such as the Instituteof Art, Design and Technology Dun Laoghaire and the Dublin Institute of Technology, (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).

Course Code ITC

NFQ Level 5

Duration 1 Year

Award QQI Level 5

Certificate in Film and Television Production

QQI Code 5M18519

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• Communications (5N0690)

• Script Writing (5N18476)

• Television Studio Production (5N18477)

• Portrait Photography (5N1376)

Guidelines for Samples of Visual Work

• Applicants should provide samples of their visual work; the minimum requirement is a collection of 6-10 photographs. Story boards and video work are also welcome. Please do not send scripts.

BCFE Short Film & Factual Video Production Progression Pathway

BCFE NFQ Level 6 Award

Film (IFH)

Universities and Colleges NFQ Levels 7 & 8 Awards

Short Film & Factual Video Production Level 5 (ITC)

Television Production and Operations (ITH)

Visual Effects and 3D Technology (IFX)

BCFE NFQ Level 8 Award

BA (Hons) in Media Production Management (MPM)

Institutes of Technology and Technological Universities NFQ Levels 6, 7 & 8 Awards