Title: Film and Television Production

Code: 6M18534

Level: 6

Type: Major

On this course, students will learn the fundamentals of writing, producing, directing, and editing short documentaries in both traditional and immersive 360 VR formats. They will explore the history of documentary production as well as episodic and feature-length scripts, while mastering the revolutionary art of 360-degree storytelling that places viewers at the heart of the narrative.

Students will gain experience working in roles such as director, producer, cinematographer, sound mixer and editor on student productions, including specialized VR director and immersive content creator roles unique to 360 filmmaking.

This course provides an in-depth experience with digital video cameras, high-end 360 cameras, Digital SLR cameras and sound recording equipment. Moreover it covers photography editing software and Adobe Premiere VR workflows to reach a professional standard for both traditional and VR video editing, with knowledge of spatial sound design techniques specifically for 360 content to complete and enhance their final documentaries.

Students also acquire aesthetic film theory knowledge along with documentary ethics which can be applied practically when needed, including the unique ethical considerations of immersive storytelling. In addition to that they develop the ability to work both independently or collaboratively in a high pressure creative environment under tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards throughout their traditional and VR projects.

• Experiment with diverse filmmaking techniques, from traditional camera operation and lighting to 360-degree capture and spatial audio recording, building a versatile filmmaking portfolio that spans conventional and immersive media.

• Master cutting-edge VR production using high-end 360 cameras and professional VR headsets, learning to create compelling immersive documentaries that revolutionise audience engagement.

• Develop your unique filmmaking voice through personalised guidance and hands-on projects in both traditional and 360 VR formats, unlocking your storytelling vision across multiple media platforms.

• Learn the essential skills to showcase your films professionally, including VR content presentation techniques, to impress admissions panels or potential clients with a standout portfolio featuring both conventional and immersive work.

• Experience the future of storytelling through hands-on VR production, using Adobe Premiere VR workflows to edit and post-produce professional-quality 360 content.

• Gain invaluable feedback and support from experienced filmmakers and VR industry professionals through expert mentorship and collaborative critiques spanning traditional and immersive media.

• Discover new cinematic approaches and technologies, including spatial storytelling techniques, fostering a deeper understanding of your filmmaking potential across emerging and established formats.

• Build the confidence and skills needed to progress to film school, university film programmes, or launch your filmmaking career in both traditional and VR/immersive media industries, preparing for future success in the rapidly evolving film landscape.

6N5427 Editing Practice and Techniques

6N5428 Film and Digital Video Production

6N18514 Documentary Production

6N5452 Film and Television Camera and Lighting

6N3589 Digital Photography

6N3449 Fine Art Photography

6N1949 Personal and Professional Development

6N1950 Communications

From this course, students are eligible to apply to 1st Year AND/OR 2nd Year of Level 7 and Level 8 degree courses. Below are our students most popular direct/advanced entry progression routes into 1st and 2nd Year. This course will also provide progression into employment within the film and television industry.

Applicants will provide a record of their education attainment to date. It is essential that an applicant has completed the leaving cert and has achieved a minimum of D3 on the ordinary level English paper.

Applicants will be expected to attend an interview, where an informal assessment will take place to choose suitable candidates for the course. This course will require individuals who can work effectively and productively as part of a team.

Firstly the interviewers will be looking for applicants who have completed the leaving certificate or are over the age of 23. Successful applicants will have a mature attitude and will also be competent with computers, preferably Macs. Applicants should be passionate about the world around them. During the interview, each applicant will be asked to demonstrate their interest in lens based media i.e. TV, Film, Photography etc., with particular emphasis being placed on documentaries. About 20% of this course focuses on writing, scripting and presenting. As a result, the ideal applicant would have a good command of the english language.

It is expected that the learner availing of this programme will come from diverse social, economic and/or cultural backgrounds. The learner may have an existing vocationally specific skill­set and seek re­skilling/up­skilling in order to re­enter the workforce. The learner may have previously achieved certification at NFQ level 5. However if the learner has not achieved a previous formal qualification, it is expected that s/he will be able to demonstrate the levels of knowledge, skill and competence associated with the NFQ level 5 when accessing this programme.

The learner will be self motivated and have the ability to apply theoretical concepts within his/her chosen field of learning. It is expected that s/he will have a range of learning styles, strengths and needs related to the programme.

The learner will have expressed an interest in working in a supervisory capacity in their chosen vocational area and will have the capacity to work autonomously, take responsibility for the work of others in the workplace and assist others in identifying learning needs.

In order for the learner to have a realistic chance of achieving the standard of a level 6 award, it is expected that the learner should be able to:

• Fluently read, draft, prepare and understand complex information that is personally relevant and reflects a broad knowledge base, for example, text and other information relating to abstract theoretical ideas, concerns or procedures

• Fluently read, draft, prepare and understand complex quantitative information

• Assume full responsibility for consistency of self understanding and behaviour

• Solve problems, independently and as part of a range of different groups

• Demonstrate the use of a broad range of specialised skills and tools

• Act with substantial responsibility and autonomy

• Attend timetabled classes for the duration of the programme

• Complete self directed hours of learning in the form of practice time, preparation, study time and reflection time, as appropriate

• Participate in all programme related activities

• Participate in work experience, as appropriate