BALLYFERMOT COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION PROSPECTUS 2020 MISSION STATEMENT PRINCIPAL’S BCFE is a college of further and higher education providing vocational education through the provision of excellent teaching and guidance in a caring and supportive WELCOME learning environment. Thank you for taking the time to read this prospectus. It will provide you with all the information you need to make an informed choice in relation to studying Recognising our position within the City of Education and at BCFE. Training Board we have a responsibility to provide educational BCFE is 40 years old this year and is widely recognised as being one of opportunity and support to all and in particular to our local Irelands leading providers in the delivery of Further and Higher Education community. and Training. BCFE is a national leader in new course development and is internationally recognised for educating and training graduates who have achieved local, national and international success. BCFE is unique in that it Mindful of the role of education in encouraging active citizenship offers courses from level 4 to level 8 on the Irish framework. BCFE is the choice we strive to create a culture of critical engagement with global for many students. social justice issues. We thereby aspire to provide an educational BCFE caters for students from the age of 17 and upwards and offers a choice of framework that encourages graduates to meaningfully contribute 45 courses across the following departments: Animation & Games, Art & Design, Digital Media, Media, Music, Television and Film, Business & Tourism, Social to their community, both local and global. Care and Community Education. Conscious of our educational tradition we continue to be BCFE has very committed and professional staff who will guide and support you through your educational journey within BCFE. BCFE’s courses are innovative and creative in the provision of courses to meet the dynamic, meet specialist standards and provide quality assured qualifications needs of our present and prospective learners. that lead to employment or higher education through valid educational progression routes. A synergy exists between departments where expertise, resources and knowledge is shared for the maximum benefit of the student. Our courses provide learners with relevant qualifications and competencies to succeed in work and in further studies. BCFE’s community is supported through dedicated facilities and equipment. Students are encouraged to become active participants in their own learning and a strong emphasis is placed on each student having a successful college experience within BCFE.

Aithnímid gur infheistiocht ollmhór i do thodhchaí é, do rogha chun staidéar a dhéanamh linn. Ta súil againn gur féidir linn taithí shaibhir a dhéanamh as an infheistíocht sin agus guímid gach rath ort i do chuid staidéir.

We recognise that your choice to study with us is a big investment in your future. We hope that we can make this investment a rich experience and wish you well in your studies.

Cecilia Munro Senior Management Team Principal Principal: Cecilia Munro | Deputy Principals: Jacqueline Moloney, John Moriarty, Denis Murray CE: Carol Haney BCFE is a constituent College of the City of Dublin Education and Training Board (CDETB) CDETB Board: www.cdetb.ie

Disclaimer The information contained in this prospectus is up-to-date at the time of publication. An offer of a course place is conditional on BCFE receiving approval and funding from the DES, CDETB and SOLAS. Course content is reviewed on a regular basis and changes may be made to awards, course modules and facilities. Applicants are advised to check all awards and progression links on a regular basis with the relevant institution. GENERAL BENEFITS OF STUDYING AT BCFE CERTIFICATION SOURCES Qualifications BCFE courses are affordable. Students apply directly BCFE offers real choices to students who want to BCFE graduates gain nationally and internationally recognised to BCFE and not through the CAO points system. gain employment or progress their qualifications. OF FUNDING qualifications including level 4, 5 and 6 certificates awarded by QQI, Applicants can apply directly, online, for a course at BCFE students experience college life and are level 6 BTEC diplomas and level 8 degrees awarded by Dublin City www.bcfe.ie. PLC Maintenance encouraged and fostered to become involved in the University and by the University of Dundee. Grant Scheme BCFE only offers quality assured qualifications that college experience. The Department of Education and are nationally and internationally recognised from National Framework of Qualifications BCFE students, on certain courses, receive valuable The major certification offered on all of BCFE’s courses are fully Skills (DES) provides a means- level 4 to level 8. work experience opportunities such as Erasmus+ recognised between level 4 and level 8 on the National Framework of tested maintenance grant scheme BCFE students can apply for the PLC maintenance placements. Qualifications. The NFQ is a nationally and internationally recognised for those attending full-time grant and fee exemptions are offered on certain BCFE students develop lifelong skills of framework that is designed so that different levels of qualifications can further education. All applications courses, see section on fees. communication, team work and time management be commonly recognised. A key purpose of the framework is to enable for grants are made online on all courses. access and progression opportunities within education and training. through SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). Refer to Progression to Further or Higher Education www.susi.ie. BCFE courses offer progression options either within BCFE or an alternative pathway to degree, through the Higher Education Links VTOS (Vocational Training Scheme. It is very important that all students check their course of study, Opportunities Scheme) the links associated with the award level and different component grades This scheme applies to all courses TEACHING STUDENT SUPPORTS required prior to embarking on their course of study at BCFE. Students within BCFE and is designed to can refer to the Guidance Counsellor for advice. assist unemployed people over 21 Academic Support with an opportunity to return to AND LEARNING BCFE provides academic support for students on a The Higher Education Links Scheme full time education without losing one-to-one or in a small group setting depending The Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS) reserves a number of benefits. Early application, directly BCFE staff are chosen for their qualifications, on resources. Students are supported and guided places on specified courses for those who hold a full QQI certificate to BCFE, for this funding is required, experience, enthusiasm and commitment to through academic elements of their course. in a related area. For more details visit www.cao.ie or check with the as there are a limited number of relevant 3rd Level Institution. continuous professional development. Educational Support places. Refer to www.vtos.ie. Courses are delivered in small teaching groups Educational Supports are provided for students Universities and Colleges Admissions Services BTEA (Back to Education which facilitate more contact with Subject Teachers. with disabilities through the HEA Fund for Students BCFE graduates are also eligible to apply to UCAS (www.ucas.com) Allowance) with Disabilities. These supports which include which is the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services in the This scheme is run by the Each class is assigned a Course Co-ordinator who UK using either the QQI or BTEC Awards. Students can refer to the will focus attention on each individual student. assistive technologies, tutorials and examination Department of Employment consideration, facilitate students to access, fully Guidance Counsellor for advice. Affairs and Social Protection A broad range of methodologies are used including participate in and successfully complete their (DEASP) and allows people in teacher-led tuition, practical class work, field trips chosen course of study. Students apply for supports receipt of certain social welfare and tutorials. when accepting their course. FEES AND ADMISSIONS payments to retain those payments Continuous assessment is an integral element of Guidance and Counselling whilst participating in full-time most courses. BCFE offers a Guidance Counselling Service to its As BCFE is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF), there are no further education course. Refer to www.welfare.ie. Campus-wide Wifi and high performing servers full-time students, which aims to assist them to get tuition fees for EU Nationals. The following websites will advise ensure that you will benefit from access to cutting maximum benefit from their College experience. students of the different funding options available, www.welfare.ie or HEA Fund for Students edge technologies and that staff have access to There are three Guidance Counsellors in the www.studentfinance.ie. BCFE has made every effort to keep course fees with Disabilities the latest technologies to further enhance course college and each class group has a designated to a minimum. The Fund for Students with delivery. Guidance Counsellor. The service follows the two The following standard fees apply to all courses within BCFE Disabilities allocates funding to strand model and incorporates both guidance A variety of eLearning platforms are used to Non-Refundable Course Acceptance fee €40 further and higher education and counselling within an educational setting. provide the student with on-line learning resources. PLC annual Government Levy €200 colleges for the provision of Counselling is confidential & includes referrals to Non-EU Nationals fee €3,654 with relevant visa (contact BCFE for specific details) services and supports to full- specialised counselling services as relevant. time students with disabilities. Variable fees apply to all courses within BCFE. Full details available Applications to the fund are made Students Liaison Officer from BCFE The BCFE Student Liaison Officer offers support to on behalf of an eligible student by students in working with college administration Student Services fee such as ID card, materials, photocopying, BCFE. Refer to www.hea.ie. and facilitates student activities, societies, and the equipment and licenses Students Council. Certification fee to cover professional examination certification Other costs to cover books, field trip expenses or additional certification Students Council – The Student Voice The Students Council is comprised of representatives The following exemptions to fees apply: from all classes who are elected by the students Medical Card Grant VTOS BTEA NON-EU to make a valuable contribution to BCFE life. Two Non-Refundable Course Acceptance Fee Exempt members, a male and female, are elected annually to BCFE’s Board of Management. BCFE is part of PLC Government Levy Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt CDETB’s Sports and Cultural Club who provide city Student Services Fee Exempt wide sports and cultural activities for students. Certification Fee Exempt QQI only Exempt

2 BCFE Prospectus 2020 3 FIVE STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS 2020/21 GENERAL INFORMATION

Accommodation Student Trips Application Course Deferral The college will provide on request a list of BCFE students can avail of many different 1 Course deferral occurs when a students seeks to accommodation for students from outside of opportunities to complete European trips as part defer the college place that they were offered. the Dublin area, and will assist such students in of their course. BCFE also offers fully funded Apply online A written application, requesting permission to searching for accommodation when necessary. European work placement opportunities as part of No application fee charged commence the course in the following academic This list is provided as a service and the college the Erasmus+ European Funded Project. year, must be made to the Principal before the cannot take responsibility for the accommodation 31st August. The student must include, provided. All arrangements are between the Student Events in the application, evidence of meeting the entry provider and the student. There are many student events during the year

Interview requirements and the reason for deferral. Course which allow students an opportunity to showcase 2 Attend for an informal interview deferral is granted for one year only. Canteen their work these include: BCFest, End of year gigs, The student canteen is open from 8.30am to 2.30pm art exhibitions, animation and games showcases in Delayed Course Completion and provides breakfast, sandwiches, rolls, soups, the Irish Film Institute. Student achievements are Delayed programme completion may arise where salads and pastries, snacks and hot & cold drinks. acknowledged at the annual graduation ceremony Acceptance of Place a student has registered for a course, but does not which takes place in November. 3 complete the course for any reason. When a student Secure course place with a becomes aware that they will not complete the Equipment and Facilities €40 acceptance fee The college is equipped to a high standard with current year they may apply to delay completion Transport computers and the relevant software necessary Direct bus routes that stop outside Ballyfermot of the programme. There is no automatic right to for the delivery of the various courses. The College are as follows: delayed completion. A written application must purpose-built media building contains state-of- be made to the Principal explaining the specific Registration the-art television studios and editing facilities, From O’Connell Street, the number 40 bus on route circumstances. Delayed course completion is 4 performance space and computer rooms. to Liffey Valley. Pay the relevant course fees and supply granted for one year only. the relevant documentation For further details on admissions: Resource Room/Library From Aston Quay, the number 79a on route to Tel: (01) 626 9421 BCFE in co-operation with Ballyfermot Public Parkwest Industrial estate. Email: [email protected] Library, provides a variety of study spaces for Induction students of the college. These range from individual From (The Square shopping centre) the 5 Website: www.bcfe.ie Attend for induction and commence study spaces for quiet study to group study rooms number 76 on route to and 76a on route the course where students can work together on projects. to centre. The library also facilitates student workshops, seminars, student performances and exhibitions of From , the number 18 on route to student work. It is also quiet place where students . Connecting bus routes to Ballyfermot. can take time out to read a newspaper or a novel, with tea or coffee! BCFE students have access to From Lucan, the numbers 25, 25a, 25b bus on route college resources located on the dedicated shelves of to City Centre.From Leixlip the numbers 66, 66a, Ballyfermot Library. The Library catalogue can be 66b bus on route to City Centre. From Celbridge/ accessed at www.dublincitylibraries.ie. Simply type Maynooth the number 67 bus on route to City Centre. ‘BCFE’ into search and you can browse the college catalogue. The opening hours for library are also All the above bus routes, pass by the footbridge in available at: www.dublincitylibraries.ie Palmerstown, connecting them to the 18 bus route. Or continue to Chapelizod and it is a short walk to Sport the college. The college has representative teams, which participate in CDETB competitions. Also the red line from Tallaght and from City Centre to Naas road connects to the 18 bus route on the Kylemore road.

For detailed directions to BCFE see www.bcfe.ie

4 BCFE Prospectus 2020 5 COMMUNITY EDUCATION COMMUNITY EFFECTS VISUAL AND FILM TELEVISION, SOCIAL CARE MUSIC MEDIA MEDIA DIGITAL TOURISM AND BUSINESS GAMES AND ANIMATION 23 ART 8 34 38 43 30 17 56

48 2020 COURSES COURSE CODE: AGH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Typography Graphic Design Practices Techniques and Practices Professional Development Screen Based Practices Packaging Design Contextual Studies Individual Project Year 2 Advanced Graphic Design Studies Advanced Digital Design Studies Branding and Identity Professional Practice Applied Practice Group Project Web Design ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum H5 in Art and one other H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile. Suitable Level 5 courses include: ADM Art Design & Mixed Media AGP Art Graphics & Printmaking ADT Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION HND in Visual Communications (Graphic Design) The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the GRAPHIC DESIGN (VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS) QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Please bring to the interview a professionally DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER presented portfolio of selected recent works including: Drawing showing strong use of line, tone, texture and composition. Work should be from life/ observation and in a wide range of media showing CERTIFICATION: HND IN VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS (GRAPHIC DESIGN) a variety of subject matter. Start your Graphic Design career right here, on BCFE’s award winning two year Higher National Diploma Colour Work showing use of colour and tone. in Graphic Design. This exciting and intense programme will equip graduates with all the skills and know Work can range from painting, collage, printmaking, how to begin a successful and rewarding career as a design creative. photography and textiles to mixed media. Work of Personal Interest This highly regarded course enables students to develop exceptional technical and visual language skills, Sketchbooks – showing development and while developing the ability to respond to a wide-range of challenging graphic design projects. Our award- progression of ideas and rough work demonstrating winning students (OFFSET Future Illustrator 2019, ICAD UPSTARTS 2019 & YCN Advertising Campaign work practice and thought processes. 2019) produce industry-ready portfolios, and upon graduation enter paid-employment in the graphic Work should be creative and conceptual. design sector or continue their studies to degree level with advanced entry. PROGRESSION Students will be actively encouraged to engage in a range of methods, both digital and non-digital, Students complete this course with an individual in response to varied and exciting briefs, and will explore the entire spectrum of graphic design practice. and dynamic portfolio of graphic and illustrative work. Some graduates of the course go straight This will include typography, magazine design, illustration, idea generation, corporate identity and into industry while many more go on to further branding, developing personal style, art direction, packaging design, motion and interactive graphic education with advanced entry to degree level in design, and graphic design history and theory. both Ireland and the UK. Working to tailored in-house and live competition briefs is a key component of the course and enables students to gain valuable feedback from tutors and industry sources alike. Ongoing talks and workshops by visiting guest lecturers enrich and inform the students’ own practice and build important and beneficial links to the world of professional graphic design.

8 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Art 9 COURSE CODE: AIH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Principles of Life Drawing Contextual Studies Professional Development Media Practices Individual Project Visual Narratives Material Practice Techniques & Practices Year 2 Advanced Life Drawing Art Direction Applied Practice Advanced Art Practice Studies Conceptual Practice ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum H5 in Art and one other H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile. Suitable Level 5 courses include: ADM Art Design & Mixed Media AGP Art Graphics & Printmaking ADT Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION HND in Illustration The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business ILLUSTRATION DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. CERTIFICATION: HND IN ILLUSTRATION PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Illustration is a highly specialized discipline within the field of Visual Communication. This unique course Please bring to the interview a professionally enables our students to develop strong visual language and narrative skills, while developing a range of presented portfolio of recent and original works including: illustrative styles. Students will focus primarily on developing their drawing, digital and media abilities Drawing: Life and Observational both showing while also learning to regard their work in terms of commercial viability. strong use of line, tone, texture and composition. Students are actively encouraged to engage in a range of methods, both traditional and non-traditional Please include a wide range of media and a variety of subject matter. and to realise their ideas in a variety of ways. These include three-dimensional formats such as paper Life Drawing: should include 10 – 12 examples of a engineering and pop-up books. variety of poses and media. Assignments will explore the entire spectrum of illustrative practice. This will include editorial, art Colour: Work should include painting, collage, direction, archaeological, advertising, instructional and fashion as well as illustration for graphic printmaking, textiles and mixed media. novels, storyboarding, websites, book covers and children’s books. Working to tailored in-house and live Personal: work should be creative and conceptual. competition briefs is a key component of the course and enables students to gain valuable feedback from Sketchbooks: work should show artistic/cultural interests as well as thought processes and ideas tutors and industry sources alike. Guest lectures are integrated into the curriculum and are delivered by development. a variety of practicing and published illustrators and artists. These are an exciting and highly informative Three-dimensional work: can be photographed element which often include workshop-based sessions. Regular location trips to relevant exhibitions and for inclusion in the portfolio. events continually enhance student practice. PROGRESSION HND Illustration graduates have progressed to Further Education both nationally and internationally and Students will complete this course with a varied have also established themselves as successful freelance illustrators. Several of our graduates are members and exciting Illustration portfolio ready to begin of Illustrators Ireland and continue to publish their work regularly in addition to participating in prestigious in the industry. Viable progression includes freelance illustration, design studios, newspapers festivals such as The Bologna Book Fair, The Children’s Books Ireland Conference, The Bratislava Illustration and magazine publications, publishers, Biennale and Art Source. architectural firms, and museum work. Additionally, the Erasmus+ study programme enables students to continue their education abroad for a Students may also apply for advanced entry to honours degree programme in national and number of weeks and to work on a live assignment for industry with their peers. In 2020, students of the international third-level institutions. HND in Illustration will visit Malta to produce a capsule merchandise package for production and sale by Heritage Malta.

10 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Art 11 COURSE CODE: AFH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year One Visual Language Skills/ Assignment Development Textile Techniques and Design Processes Creative Photography and Media Practices Printed Textiles and Material Practices Fine Art Printmaking Life Drawing and Media Techniques Critical and Contextual Studies Professional and Critical/ Research Practice Year Two Refined Material Techniques and Design Selection Processes Visual Art and Conceptual Practice Applied Arts Collaborative Projects Advanced Art and Design Practice Ceramic Design Creative Industries Professional Practice ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate /LCVP with a minimum H5 in Art and one other H5/O1 and three 06/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile. Suitable Level 5 courses include: ADM Art Design & Mixed Media AGP Art Graphics & Printmaking ADT Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies The academic entry requirements may be waived TEXTILE DESIGN & FINE ART PRACTICE for mature applicants (21+) CERTIFICATION HND in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate CERTIFICATION: HND IN TEXTILE DESIGN AND FINE ART PRACTICE at NFQ Level 6. Throughout this two year programme in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice, students are instructed in PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES detailed knowledge and understanding of design and practice in both textile design and in the fine arts. Drawing: direct observation studies - using a range of media and techniques you are familiar Creative art practices are developed in a range of contexts. Students apply appropriate analysis to briefs with. A range of sizes-sketchbooks welcome. and develop an in-depth knowledge of design processes and techniques. These are developed across a Design work: traditional design and/ or digital range of methodologies within the practices of fine arts, textile design and applied arts. Research, critical media work showing development of ideas and and evaluative skills will also be refined through the selection and refinement processes developed through concepts self-directed and collaborative projects investigating contemporary issues in textile design and fine art Samples and Finished Work: showing techniques, applied arts, crafts that you have explored practice. Photography: details of two and or three- Implementation and application of textile design and fine art practice in response to briefs- working with dimensional work. Fine Art Photography or peers and through synthesis of research, selection and refine a body of work with their peers – to exhibit in design concept photography. a selected exhibition area – is part of the programme. All work must be original and recent Live briefs and competitions are considerable components of the programme to inform the students of PROGRESSION contemporary practices in context. Contemporary practitioners within fashion and textile design and Graduates of this course gain advanced entry to also within the fine arts are regular contributors to the programme content over the two years. These will degree programmes throughout Ireland, England and the rest of Europe. These courses range in contextualise and inform the students of contemporary practices in both design, fine art disciplines. disciplines- reflecting the breadth of this course- Fine Applied Arts, Textile Art and the Artefact, An understanding of theoretical and conceptual issues is central to the practice of textile design and fine Surface Design, Ceramics, Metal and Glass, arts. This understanding is informed through contextual, critical and professional development, live briefs Jewellery, Fashion, Fine Art Print and Painting. and collaborative projects. Graduates have also progressed in the creative industries such as accessories designer, fashion, Students by the final semester will have developed a brief/ proposal and portfolio of work that will reflect textile, interior designer, special effects, stylist and their practice, research, critical and evaluative processes. This will then be curated and exhibited in a fashion editor. selected exhibition area at the end of the year. Graduates are selected to exhibit at Art Source, at the RDS in Dublin each year. On completion of the HND the graduates will be capable of applying intellectual and practical skills in their chosen area- be that in the creative industries or in a selected programme of advanced study.

12 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Art 13 COURSE CODE: AGP | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: ADM | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Design Skills Appreciation of Art Drawing Craft and Design Graphic Design Skills Combined Materials Printmaking Communications Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design Drawing Communications Figure Studies Drawing Painting Figure Studies Fine Art and Graphics Photo Imaging Painting Printmaking Traditional Black and White Photography Sculpture Work Experience Work Experience ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Certificate. Art Portfolio (See guidelines). The 4 Certificate. Art Portfolio (See guidelines). The academic entry requirements may be waived for academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION QQI Level 5 Certificate in Graphic Design 5M1985 ART PORTFOLIO QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art 5M1985 PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Applicants should bring to interview a selection Applicants should bring to interview a selection ART PORTFOLIO of 12 to 18 pieces of recent observational studies. of 12 to 18 pieces of recent observational studies. The work should include both quick sketches and The work should include both quick sketches and detailed drawings which demonstrate the ability ART, DESIGN & MIXED detailed drawings which demonstrate the ability to deal with line, tone, texture, colour and form to deal with line, tone, texture, colour and form using a variety of media (e.g. pencil, charcoal, using a variety of media (e.g. pencil, charcoal, ART, GRAPHICS AND pastel, oil, paint). Sketchbooks or notebooks can pastel, oil, paint). Sketchbooks or notebooks can be included in the portfolio submission. MEDIA LEVEL 5 be included in the portfolio submission. PROGRESSION PROGRESSION Graduates may progress to courses in Higher Graduates may progress to courses in Higher PRINTMAKING (VISUAL Education Institutions on a competitive basis Education Institutions on a competitive basis through the new QQI Common Awards System CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN ART 5M1985 through the new QQI Common Awards System (CAS). Art, Design, and Mixed Media is a broad one year fine (CAS). Graduates with a merit profile may apply for art and design portfolio course with a long history of Graduates with a merit profile may apply for COMMUNICATIONS) entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as successful progression to NCAD, DIT, IADT, LSAD and BCFE, such as HND in Graphic Design international colleges. HND in Graphic Design (Visual Communications) (Visual Communications) The course enables students to develop creative and HND in Illustration HND in Illustration HND in Fibre Art (Textile Design & Fine Art) LEVEL 5 HND in Fibre Art (Textile Design & Fine Art) conceptual ability and skills across the key areas of ADM students currently progress to all national HND in Digital Design and Technology (UX, UI) fine art practice – drawing, painting, sculpture, print- third level Art Design Colleges, NCAD, DIT, IADT, making, combined materials, figure studies and fine art LSAD, and also to international colleges in based analogue /darkroom photography. London, Edinburgh and Holland. ADM Portfolios are suitable for all national BA degree and HND CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN GRAPHIC DESIGN Whilst tackling specific third level art college briefs, applications in the areas of Fine Art, Sculpture, Painting, Printmaking, Design, Fashion Design, 5M1985 projects are broad enough to allow students to develop Photography, Display, and Character Design for This course enables students to create and produce a portfolio suitable to their own personal interests in Stage and Screen. an interesting and dynamic portfolio of work. fine art, design, photography, fashion or illustration. It offers students a balance between traditional Work experience takes place in the first term with a two methods of art making such as drawing, painting, week block of creative practice. It begins with a week print making, figures studies, traditional black of cross-city location drawing, painting, photography and white photography alongside computer and notebook research. The second week includes a graphic design, resulting in an integrated portfolio. workshop with a visiting artist and and a studio-based Throughout the year various artists and designer collaborative project in 3D and combined materials, visit the college to talk and guide students. Many constructing wearable and hybrid sculptural artworks . graduates progress on to NCAD, DIT, IADT and A week long educational trip takes place outside of further afield. A highlight of the course is a trip Ireland after college portfolio submission, normally to Paris in February to view contemporary and to Paris or London, to enable students to deepen their historical art. knowledge of the arts.

14 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Art 15 COURSE CODE: ADT | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: CDS | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design Animation Drawing Studies Communications Animation Layout Design ART PORTFOLIO Drawing Multimedia Authoring Figure Studies Craft and Design Image Processing Communications Painting Drawing Fine Art and Graphics Photo Imaging Figure Studies ART, DESIGN & THREE Sculpture Painting Spatial Design Sculpture Work Experience Work Experience ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DIMENSIONAL STUDIES Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Certificate. Art Portfolio (See guidelines). Certificate. The academic entry requirements may ADM, AGP and ADT are portfolio preparation be waived for mature applicants (21+). courses. The academic entry requirements may be LEVEL 5 waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art 5M1985 CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN ART 5M1984 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art 5M1984 PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES This course is a one year portfolio course with an PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Students applying for Animation Courses should emphasis on three dimensional work, from both design bring to the interview a portfolio of artwork Applicants should bring to interview a selection completed within the past year demonstrating and fine art sculptural aspects. Students are taught of art pieces of recent observational drawings drawing skills and interests. the necessary skills to research all ideas visually and paintings in a range of media (pencil, This portfolio should contain: Four A3 size charcoal, pastel and paint). Applicants should also drawings from life or the human figure displaying through drawing, painting, photography, sculpture include photographs of any 3D they have made. and design. All projects are purposely broad enough emotion (anger, happiness, love, sadness etc). It is Sketchbooks or notebooks can be included. suggested that you ask a friend or family member to allow students to build up a portfolio suitable for to pose for these drawings and that you spend their particular interest whether it is fine art, design or PROGRESSION no more than 2 hours on this exercise. Quick model-making. Graduates may progress to courses in Higher sketches are better than finished pieces. Education Institutions on a competitive basis Approximately twelve pieces of artwork (sketches through the new QQI Common Awards System and more finished work) including observational (CAS). ANIMATION DRAWING & drawings (life drawing/still life), perspective Graduates with a merit profile may apply for drawing, some colour work and work of personal entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses interest. in Art and Graphic Design in BCFE, such as A sketchbook of quick, 5 to 10 minutes, HND in Graphic Design (Visual Communications) ILLUSTRATION STUDIES drawings from life (people, animals, still life, HND in Illustration buildings interior or exterior). HND in Fibre Art (Textile Design & Fine Art) Please bring only original work. The drawings of ADT Portfolios are suitable for all national BA established cartoon characters and work copied degree and HND applications in the areas of Stage from books should not be included. and Screen, Model making, Fine Art, Sculpture, LEVEL 5 Painting, Printmaking, Design, Fashion Design, PROGRESSION Photography, Display and Character Design for Graduates with a merit profile may apply for Stage and Screen. ADT students currently progress entry to the Higher National Diploma in Classical to all national third level Art Design Colleges, and Computer Animation in BCFE. Graduates NCAD, DIT, IADT, LSAD, and also to international CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN ART 5M1985 may progress to courses in Higher Education colleges in London, Edinburgh and Holland. Animation, Drawing and Illustration Studies is a Institutions on a competitive basis through the new QQI Common Awards System (CAS). comprehensive foundation programme. It has a particular emphasis on the development of strong drawing skills whilst offering a broad introduction to animation. Students learn the fundamentals of animation layout and animation drawing. Figure studies, drawing, painting and sculpture develop and enhance the students’ creativity and artistic skills. The course provides a great introduction to the world of animation and gives students a strong foundation, both technically and artistically, for further study in classical and computer animation.

16 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Animation & Games 17 COURSE CODE: CCH | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: CDA | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Fundamentals of 3D Modelling and Character Animation ANIMATION – Principles of 2D Animation Principles of Life Drawing for Animation Design for Animation Layout for Animation Script Writing for Animation CLASSICAL & Principles of Analysis for Animation 2D Character Animation Advanced 3D Modelling and Character Animation Advanced Life Drawing for Animation Concept Design for Animation COMPUTER DIPLOMA Layout and Storyboarding Production Practice Historical and Theoretical Analysis of Animation ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum H5 in Art and one other H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile. Suitable Level 5 awards include CDS Animation Drawing Studies. The academic CERTIFICATION: HND IN CLASSICAL AND COMPUTER entry requirements may be waived for mature ANIMATION applicants (21+). This course gives budding artists the chance to CERTIFICATION express themselves through the medium of animation, HND in Classical and Computer Animation both classical hand-drawn and computer generated. ANIMATION – VISUAL MEDIA BA HONS LEVEL 8 The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business This dynamic course provides the skills to take and Technology Education Council) qualification individual and group projects from conception to awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI completion. The course aims to enable the student as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at CERTIFICATION: BA HONOURS DEGREE IN VISUAL MEDIA – COURSE CONTENT to develop a comprehensive understanding of the NFQ Level 6. Design and Technology Applied Theory principles and techniques employed by the professional ANIMATION Theory Production Professional Practice Life Drawing animator and to acquire the requisite skills to work PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES The BA (Hons) Visual Media (Animation) is an Students applying for Animation Courses should honours degree accredited by the University of in Feature, TV or Computer Game animation or to bring to the interview a portfolio of artwork Dundee, Scotland. It is designed to build on the HND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS continue on to further study at degree level. completed within the past year demonstrating HND in Animation (or relevant and equivalent drawing skills and interests. in classical and Computer Animation. It is a two qualification). If English is not your first language This portfolio should contain: Four A3 size year top up course where students are challenged you must provide documentary evidence of your drawings from life or the human figure displaying to develop and integrate their creative, technical, ability in English. Normally students are expected emotion (anger, happiness, love, sadness etc). It is to have an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. suggested that you ask a friend or family member and academic skills in a structured way, producing to pose for these drawings and that you spend no both individual and group films. The course aims CERTIFICATION more than 2 hours on this exercise. Quick sketches to develop in the student a balance between the BA Honours Degree in Visual Media – Animation are better than finished pieces. conceptualist, the artist, the storyteller and the awarded by the University of Dundee Scotland Approximately twelve pieces of artwork (sketches This award is at level 10 on the Scottish Credit and and more finished work) including observational technician. At honours level the learning is largely Qualifications Framework which is comparable drawings (life drawing/still life), perspective self-directed. Students produce collaborative to level 8 on the Irish National Framework of drawing, some colour work and work of personal animated films, which screen annually at the Qualifications. interest. Graduate Showcase along with the game trailers. A sketchbook of quick, 5 to 10 minutes, drawings PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES from life (people, animals, still life, buildings Artwork should demonstrate ability in both interior or exterior). figurative and abstract approaches. Please bring only original work. The drawings 10 samples of life drawing and life drawing of established cartoon characters and work sketchbooks. copied from books or photographs should not be included. Layout and design samples and developmental work. Scripts, treatments, storyboards. PROGRESSION Animation tests with conceptual development and Graduates may apply for the Advanced Diploma in thumbnail work to support context. Animation / BA Honours Degree in Visual Media (Animation) in BCFE. The BA Honours Degree Personal observation sketchbooks and journals in Visual Media (Animation) is certified by the exhibiting artistic/cultural interests. University of Dundee Scotland. Work may be presented flat or digitally. All work must be original and recent. PROGRESSION Graduates may progress to postgraduate study.

18 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Animation & Games 19 COURSE CODE: DLO | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: DGH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT 3 Dimensional Computer Graphics Year 1 Communications Game Development Practices Design Skills Games in Context Digital Marketing Game Design Games Analysis Design Creative Media Industry Multimedia Authoring Professional Practice Web Authoring Audio Practices Work Experience Principles of Animation Individual Project ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 2 Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Advanced Game Development Studies merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Advanced Animation level 4 Certificate. Good computer literacy and a Narrative knowledge of computer games styles. Scripting for Games The academic entry requirements may be waived Personal Professional Development for mature applicants (21+). Environment & Level Design Collaborative Project CERTIFICATION QQI Level 5 Certificate in Creative Media (5M5048) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two PROGRESSION H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile. GAMES – PRODUCTION Graduates with a merit profile may apply for Suitable foundation Level 5 courses include DLO entry to the HND in Digital Design (UX, UI) and Computer Games & Interactive Entertainment the HND in Creative Media Production (Computer Development and DMP Interactive Digital Media Game Design) in BCFE. Graduates may progress Production.Please bring a portfolio of either game to courses in Higher Education Institutions on a design, artwork, or web design to interview. The & 3D GRAPHICS LEVEL 5 competitive basis through the new QQI Common academic entry requirements may be waived for Awards System (CAS). mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN CREATIVE MEDIA CERTIFICATION HND in Creative Media Production (Computer 5M5048 Game Design) This is an exciting practical programme for computer The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business games enthusiasts who would like to pursue a career GAMES – and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. in the games development industry. The course is A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the focused on the industry programs and applications QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate that enable the production of both game content at NFQ Level 6. and general production. Successful students may ADVANCED PRODUCTION PROGRESSION apply to progress onto the HND in Digital Design and Graduates may apply for the BA Honours Degree Technology (UX, UI) and the HND in Creative Media in Visual Media (Game Design) in BCFE. The BA Production (Computer Game Design) here in BCFE. Honours Degree in Visual Media (Game Design) is & DESIGN DIPLOMA certified by the University of Dundee Scotland. (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER

CERTIFICATION: HND IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION (COMPUTER GAME DESIGN) Our Advanced Games Production & Design course will provide students with the skills required to turn pen and paper game designs into fully-functional interactive products, using industry-standard tools, theory, and techniques. Use cutting-edge technology to bring the ideas to life, then test them out online with the gaming community. Many of our graduates have gone on to work in world-class companies, while others have formed companies of their own. This course is also a pathway to the BA (Hons) in Visual Media.

20 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Animation & Games 21 COURSE CODE: CDG | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: BHND | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Design and Technology Year 1 Theory Business and the Business Environment GAMES – Professional Practice Marketing Essentials Applied Theory Human Resource Management Production Management and Operations Game Design Management Accounting Managing a Successful Business Project VISUAL MEDIA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Business Law HND in Game Design (or relevant and equivalent Financial Accounting qualification). If English is not your first language Year 2 you must provide documentary evidence of your Research Project ability in English. Normally students are expected Organisational Behaviour BA HONS (GAME DESIGN) to have an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. Statistics for Management Business Strategy CERTIFICATION Developing Individuals, Teams and Organisations BA Honours Degree in Visual Media – International Marketing Game Design awarded by the University of Planning for Growth LEVEL 8 Dundee Scotland ENTRY REQUIREMENTS This award is at level 10 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework which is Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two comparable to level 8 on the Irish National H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or CERTIFICATION: BA HONOURS DEGREE IN VISUAL MEDIA – Framework of Qualifications. QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile or BTEC GAME DESIGN National Diploma with a merit profile. PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES The academic entry requirements may be waived The BA (Hons) Visual Media with Game Design is for mature applicants (21+). Suitable QQI Level 5 Portfolio should include evidence of game design, foundation courses include: designed to build on the HND in Creative Media game production, research, academic writing BSC Business Studies Production (Game Design). It is a two year top-up and conceptual development. All work must be original and recent BOS Office Administration course where students are challenged to develop DMC Digital Marketing and Content Development and integrate their technical, creative and academic PROGRESSION CERTIFICATION skills in a structured way. Course content includes Graduates may progress to postgraduate study. HND in Business game concept design, asset creation, iterative game BUSINESS STUDIES The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business prototyping, feedback analysis, and game production. and Technology Education Council) qualification At honours level the learning is largely self-directed. awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. Students collaboratively produce a fully functioning A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate game in a dedicated studio classroom designated for DIPLOMA (HND) at NFQ Level 6. the group. Live play, along with promotional trailers, screen alongside animation shorts at the annual PROGRESSION Graduate Showcase. BCFE has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in place with the TU Dublin Tallaght which LEVEL 6 HIGHER allows advanced entry into either 2nd or 3rd year of the Business Management Level 8 Degree programme for our Higher National Diploma in Business students who have achieved either a pass / merit profile or a merit / distinction profile CERTIFICATION: HND IN BUSINESS respectively. TU Dublin Blanchardstown and This is a broad based business diploma course which the National College of Ireland may also grant exemption from year one and in some cases year offers students academic knowledge and business two of relevant degree courses on an individual skills. Major emphasis is placed on the development of basis. the personal and technical skills required for success in the business world. The learning is student centred and involves practical work-related assignments. The course, as a general business course, opens up avenues within all areas of business. Graduates of business from BCFE can start careers in accounts, HR, sales, marketing and management. It is also an excellent foundation for further study and many of our students progress to business degree programmes with advanced entry in TU Dublin Tallaght. Currently second year BHND students may apply for international work experience in Finland funded by the Erasmus+ programme.

22 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Business and Tourism 23 COURSE CODE: BOS | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: BSC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Information and Administration Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised Word Processing Business Administration Skills BUSINESS – Spreadsheets Customer Service Text Production Communications Communications Marketing Practice Customer Service Mathematics Work Experience Spreadsheet Methods OFFICE Business Law Word Processing Bookkeeping – Manual and Computerised Work Experience ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 grades in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate / LCVP including ADMINISTRATION merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Maths and English or a merit in Leaving Certificate. The academic entry requirements may Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Certificate. The be waived for mature applicants (21+). academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION & IT SKILLS LEVEL 5 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Office Administration CERTIFICATION 5M1997 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Studies 5M2102 CERTIFICATION: QQI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN OFFICE PROGRESSION PROGRESSION Graduates may progress to courses in Higher Graduates may progress to courses in Higher ADMINISTRATION 5M1997 Education Institutions on a competitive basis Education Institutions on a competitive basis This one year course in Office Administration offers through the QQI Common Awards System (CAS). through the new QQI Common Awards System Graduates with a merit profile may apply for (CAS). students a solid foundation in the exciting area of entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses Graduates with a merit profile may apply for Business, Office and Administration Studies. This varied in BCFE. entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses in and rewarding programme provides students with the BCFE. opportunity to gain an understanding of the world of business and business practices and to develop the wide range of the skills needed to secure employment in a modern business or office environment. This course combines the unique aspects of business knowledge with the practical IT and office skills required in today’s business world. As part of the programme in Office Administration, students partake in modules specific to working in a range of business environments including customer service and business law. Students also learn practical technical skills in text production, word processing and BUSINESS STUDIES spreadsheets. An enjoyable aspect of this course is the out-of-college work experience undertaken by students. Students LEVEL 5 participate in a two week work placement where they obtain real-world experience in business and office environments. CERTIFICATION: QQI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS STUDIES 5M2102 This course in Business Studies gives the student a solid foundation in the academic, practical and personal skills required for a career in the business area and also facilitates progression to further study.

24 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Business and Tourism 25 COURSE CODE: BMC | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: BLC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Business Administration Skills Warehousing Bookkeeping – Manual and Computerised Inventory Control BUSINESS Text Production Purchasing Word Processing Freight Forwarding Customer Service Communications Audio Transcription Work Experience Reception and Frontline Office Skills Spreadsheet Methods WITH MEDICAL Medical Terminology Supply Chain Operations Work Experience Maths (optional) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 grades in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 grades in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a ADMINISTRATION merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Certificate. The academic entry requirements may Certificate. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION LEVEL 5 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration QQI Level 5 award in Logistics and Distribution (5M2468) (5M2767) PROGRESSION ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS Students who wish to progress in-house and who SOLAS Safe Pass Training ADMINISTRATION 5M2468 have achieved a Merit profile on this Level 5 Manual Handling award can apply for the Higher National Diploma First Aid This course is designed to provide students with an (HND) in Business currently being run in BCFE NETSTOCK Inventory Software Certificate introduction to the area of business administration or/and apply through the higher education links specifically focused on working in the medical sector. scheme for third level courses. BUSINESS - PROGRESSION STANDARD Students who wish to progress in-house and It is designed for those who would like to work in who have achieved a Merit profile on this the secretarial/reception/administration side of the Level 5 award can apply for the Higher National health sector and pursue a career in medical or dental Diploma (HND) in Business currently being run surgeries, in hospitals or in care home administration. LOGISTICS AND in Ballyfermot College or/and apply through the higher education links scheme for third level It aims to give students an introduction to the core courses. theories and methodologies of business administration Other relevant courses the Level 5 graduates could allied to the relevant health sector concepts and apply for would be Logistics and Supply Chain terminology. Medical terminology and audio DISTRIBUTION Management (TUD) or Road Transport Technology and Management (LIT). transcripts are key modules which allow students to develop the skills and knowledge for work in the health sector. LEVEL 5 This course will also enable the student to achieve the academic skills and knowledge necessary for further study and future employment in a number of business related areas. Work experience in a relevant area is an CERTIFICATION: QQI LEVEL 5 AWARD IN LOGISTICS AND integral part of the course. DISTRIBUTION 5M2767 This course introduces the student to logistics and distribution and the management of the flow of goods in a business environment using supply chain operations. It will enable the student to develop an understanding of the movement and storage of goods from the point of ordering raw materials to the point of sale.

26 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Business and Tourism 27 COURSE CODE: RHB | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: RTC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Irish Cultural and Natural Heritage Tourism Information and Administration Tourism Policy and Practice Tourism Principals and Practice TOURISM WITH Consultative Selling Communications Airport Passenger Services Customer Service Event Management Work Experience Work Experience Word Processing Global Distribution Systems Ecotourism BUSINESS Customer Service Irish Cultural and Heritage Resources Ready for Take Off – this module prepares the ENTRY REQUIREMENT student for work in the airline industry either Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two as cabin crew or as passenger service agents. H5/O1 and four O6/H7 grades or equivalent or Students wear a uniform one day a week. LEVEL 6 ADVANCED QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile or BTEC National Diploma with a merit profile. Suitable ENTRY REQUIREMENTS QQI Level 5 awards include: Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit RTC Certificate in Travel & Tourism in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Certificate. The academic requirements may be CERTIFICATION: QQI ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN TOURISM The academic entry requirements may be waived waived for mature applicants (21+). WITH BUSINESS 6M5012 for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION The Advanced Certificate in Tourism with Business is a CERTIFICATION QQI Level 5 Certificate in Tourism with Business vibrant and fast paced course which prepares students QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Tourism with (5M5011) for direct employment in the growing tourism industry. Business. (6M5012) Ready for Take Off Certificate from International Academy of Travel (IAOT) The course provides practical hands-on experience PROGRESSION and an insight into the skills and team work essential Graduates are expected to enter into employment PROGRESSION in customer service and in the event management in a wide range of tourism based activities or they Graduates with a Merit profile may apply for sector. Students have the opportunity to complete a six may progress to higher education. entry to the QQI Level 6 Travel and Tourism course which includes an Erasmus+ programme week work placement abroad which is supported by where students work abroad for 6 weeks. Students Erasmus+. Placement countries are currently Finland TRAVEL & TOURISM can also apply for entry to other higher national and Malta. Alternatively placements can be completed diploma courses offered in the college. in Ireland. The course includes college organized trips Graduates may progress to courses in Higher to heritage and cultural sites on the island of Ireland Education Institutions on a competitive basis through the new QQI Common Awards System as well as engaging guest lecturers from varying LEVEL 5 (CAS). sectors of the tourism industry. FACILITIES Trips and excursions to various tourist CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN TOURISM WITH destinations in Ireland. Hosting college events as part of work experience. BUSINESS 5M5011 Work experience in organisations, such as travel agencies, hotels and museums. READY FOR TAKE OFF CERTIFICATE FROM INTERNATIONAL Interview techniques. ACADEMY OF TRAVEL (IAOT) Personal presentation skills. Job applications. This broad travel and tourism course is aimed at those Wearing a uniform one day per week. students who are interested in a career in travel and Intensive one day training in Waterford airport. Cabin crew duties and responsibilities. tourism. Students will do a range of areas, from cabin Checking-in and boarding passengers. crew training, airline studies to travel agent studies. At the end of the year, students will be awarded with two tourism qualifications, a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Travel and Tourism and a certificate from the International Academy of Travel, which covers cabin crew training, passenger services and travel agent training. Qualified students will graduate with the benefit of having gained valuable practical knowledge of how to deal with customers in person or by phone, a better understanding of the necessary skills required in the tourism sector, have a deep understanding of the passenger service agent & cabin crew role and responsibilities, as well as excellent personal presentation and front line people skills adapted to the tourism and travel sector.

28 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Business and Tourism 29 COURSE CODE: DMH | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: DMP | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Multimedia Authoring Professional Development Multimedia Project Development Contextual Studies WEB DESIGN – Design Skills Individual Project Image Processing Techniques & Processes Communications Screen-based Practices Work Experience Digital Design Practices Web Authoring Communication in Art & Design PRODUCTION 3 Dimensional Computer Graphics Principles of User Experience & User Interface Digital Editing Design Year 2 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Professional Practice Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit Applied Practice Collaborative Project & 3D GRAPHICS in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Advanced Digital Design Studies Certificate. The academic entry requirements may Web Design be waived for mature applicants (21+). Branding & Identity User Testing for Design CERTIFICATION LEVEL 5 Level 5 QQI Certificate in Multimedia Production ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (5M2146) Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN MULTIMEDIA PROGRESSION QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile. Preference Graduates may progress to courses in Higher will be given to applicants who have a portfolio PRODUCTION 5M2146 Education Institutions on a competitive basis which illustrates design and technical capabilities. through the new QQI Common Awards System (CAS). The academic entry requirements may be waived This course provides an introduction to digital media for mature applicants (21+). with a strong focus on giving students the opportunity to Graduates with a merit profile may apply for WEB DESIGN – entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses in gain skills and to learn the fundamentals of multimedia, BCFE. Suitable courses include: CERTIFICATION web design and graphic design. The course is ideally HND in Art & Design (Digital Design) HND in Digital Design and Technology (UX, UI) suited to those who wish to upskill in the dynamic area HND in Creative Media Production (Computer The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC of digital media. Students gain a wide range of skills in Game Design) ADVANCED APP & WEB (Business and Technology Education Council) HND in Visual Effects and 3D Technology qualification awarded by the UK awarding body digital multimedia production and establish a strong Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised foundation for further study and employment. by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher UI/UX DIPLOMA (HND) Certificate at NFQ Level 6. PROGRESSION Graduates may continue their studies to degree level in universities in the UK such as Napier and Wolverhampton and in Ireland in IT LEVEL 6 HIGHER Blanchardstown, IT Tallaght and DCU. Graduates who achieve a Merit / Distinction in this Higher National Diploma may apply for entry to the BA (Hons) Degree in Media Production CERTIFICATION: HND IN ART & DESIGN (DIGITAL DESIGN) Management in BCFE. This course prepares students for work in the areas of user interface design (UI), user experience design (UX), branding & identity, digital communication, user testing, prototyping, usability, accessibility, heuristic analysis, website design, responsive design and app design.

Small classes of a maximum of 24 students allow a high level of student-teacher interaction. In terms of software students will learn to master the Adobe Suite (XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, & Dreamweaver) in conjunction with other industry-standard software and processes.

Over the two years students will design and develop several live projects from conception, through wire- framing and iterative prototyping, to client and audience evaluation and testing, and social media promotion, giving them practical experience and a professional standard portfolio of work.

30 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Digital Media 31 COURSE CODE: DAV | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: DMC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT: COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Digital Marketing Individual Project Advertising AUGMENTED AND Creative Industry Graphic Design Skills Professional Practice Public Relations Motion Graphics Practice Writing Skills Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Cultures Multimedia Authoring Typography Media Analysis VIRTUAL REALITY Principles of Animation Teamworking Audio Technologies Work Experience Year 2 Personal Professional Development ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Advanced Motion Graphics Studies Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP including (AR/VR) (HND) Collaborative Project English or a merit in Leaving Certificate Applied Environment & Level Design or QQI level 4 Certificate. Applicants should show Emerging Technologies an interest in and aptitude for Digital Marketing Advanced Animation and Content Production at the interview. The CERTIFICATION: HND IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION Advanced 3D Modelling academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). This is a two-year Augmented and Virtual Reality DIGITAL MARKETING ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Higher National Diploma that covers augmented and Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of CERTIFICATION virtual reality, motion graphics and interpreting, two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent QQI Level 5 Certificate in Creative Media (5M5048) working and creating objects in a real time 3D or QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile or BTEC National Diploma with a merit profile. The & CONTENT PROGRESSION environment using industry-standard tools, theory academic entry requirements may be waived for Graduates may progress to courses in Higher & techniques. mature applicants (21+). Education Institutions on a competitive basis through the new QQI Common Awards System CERTIFICATION DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 5 (CAS). HND in Creative Media Production Graduates with a merit profile may apply for The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses in and Technology Education Council) qualification BCFE. awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher There are a growing number of employment National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being opportunities for those with the skills that comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN CREATIVE MEDIA this course offers in both large and small The focus of this course is to equip the learner with organisations. Graduates may enter fields such PROGRESSION the practical marketing and creative media skills to as Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, Graduates who achieve a Merit / Distinction in Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations, this Higher National Diploma may apply for work in the expanding digital marketing and content Internal Communications and more. entry to the BA Hons in Visual Media (Game production sector in Ireland. Design/Animation) or BA Hons Degree in Media Production Management. Whether students are complete beginners or graduates looking to gain a solid grounding in digital skills, this course will provide them with an introduction to key digital specialisms including social media marketing, SEO and content development skills.

The course is practical and students will work on case studies and projects, as well as hearing from guest speakers from industry. Students will graduate with strong skills in digital marketing strategy and implementation, as well as in-depth knowledge of the digital landscape and the latest digital tools and techniques.

32 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Digital Media 33 COURSE CODE: MPM | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: MJH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Journalism Practice JOURNALISM AND Journalism and Society Creative Media Industries Professional Practice Photography Interview and Presentation Skills CONTENT CREATION Digital Page Design Individual Investigative Project Year 2 Advanced Mobile Journalism Social Media Practice DIPLOMA (HND) Podcasting Documentary (Photography, Audio or Smartphone) Marketing and Promotion Professional Development LEVEL 6 HIGHER Group Project (digital content creation) Work Experience ENTRY REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION: HND IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two (JOURNALISM) H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile or BTEC A practical journalism course that prepares National Diploma with a merit profile. Suitable COURSE CONTENT students to work across all platforms: social, Level 5 courses include MND Diploma in Media & Broadcasting Research Methods mobile, broadcast, online and print journalism. Consumer Behaviour The aim of the course is to produce digital content The academic entry requirements may be waived MEDIA PRODUCTION Human Resource Management for mature applicants (21+) Media and Entertainment Law creators who can demonstrate essential skills Applicants must present a portfolio of published/ Project Management and use new technologies for the fast-moving 21st International Media Marketing unpublished written work at interview and Popular Culture Studies century media workplace. demonstrate an interest in and aptitude for Strategic Media Management journalism. The academic entry requirements MANAGEMENT BA The course has a practical emphasis with work may be waived for mature applicants (21+). Media Project Dissertation placements in both years. Graduates from this course work as digital content creators, CERTIFICATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS sports journalists, reporters, radio presenters, HND in Creative Media Production (Journalism) (HONS) DEGREE Higher National Diploma in Media, Creative Arts podcasters, TV producers, editors of newspapers The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business or related area with a merit/distinction profile or and Technology Education Council) qualification 120 ECTS in media or related area. and magazines, copywriters and more recently awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. in content and digital marketing positions that A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the CERTIFICATION require a grounding in multimedia journalism QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate LEVEL 8 BA (Hons) Degree in Media Production at NFQ Level 6. with advanced social media skills. Management, Dublin City University (NFQ Level 8) PROGRESSION CERTIFICATION: BA (HONS) DEGREE IN MEDIA PRODUCTION PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Graduates who achieve a merit/distinction profile As part of the interview process, you are may apply for the BA (Hons) Degree in Media MANAGEMENT, DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY (NFQ LEVEL 8) required to prepare a 200 – 300-word proposal Production Management at BCFE, a one-year top- This Media Production Management degree is for a practical project you would like to complete up degree accredited by DCU. designed to equip dynamic and creative students during the degree year. This is used to assess Graduates who achieve a merit/distinction your ability to communicate a project proposal profile may apply for the BA (Hons) in Broadcast with the skills to play their part in transforming the in written form. At this stage, you do not have to Journalism at Coláiste Dhúlaigh CFE, a one increasingly globalised creative industry. secure a client and you are free to change your year top-up degree accredited by University of This degree is designed to address many of the wider idea if you are offered a place on the programme. Wolverhampton, or for advanced entry into the The project proposal should outline the following; 2nd year of the BA in Journalism at Griffith College issues encountered by creative arts/media students Dublin, Dublin Business School and Independent and is focused on how their work can be developed, Idea Target Audience Colleges Dublin. managed and marketed in the modern world. A paragraph or two An indication as to who Graduates are eligible to apply for Direct Entry to outlining the general might read, listen or Journalism at DCU and Advanced Entry at DIT on It is a one-year progression course for students idea for the project. watch your production. a competitive basis. who have successfully completed a Higher National Client Resources Graduates may gain exemptions from one or two A shortlist of potential Resources required years of degree courses in the UK. Diploma in Media/Digital/Music/Games/Art & Design clients (Someone who to complete the (or related field) or have accumulated a minimum of might commission the work? (financial/time/ 120 ECTS in media or related area. work) equipment) The degree is awarded by Dublin City University (DCU) Projects may include, EP’s, short films, documentaries, websites, radio documentaries, and students have full access to all DCU facilities. podcasts, live performances, training videos to name a few. However, they need to have a real-world application and be produced to a professional standard.

34 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Media 35 COURSE CODE: MRH | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: MND | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Radio Production Presentation Techniques for Broadcasting Radio Practises Working Freelance in the Creative Media Sector Radio Studies MEDIA & Single Camera Techniques for Television Professional Radio Practise Music-Based Radio Programming, Commercial Scriptwriting for Radio Production for Radio Interview and Presentation Skills Pre-Production Techniques for the Creative Media Individual Project Industries Creative Media Industry BROADCASTING Factual Writing for Print Radio Podcast Production Communication Skills for Creative Media Radio Management Production Radio Drama Research Techniques for the Creative Media Radio News Editorial Industries Collaborative Project DIPLOMA (ND) LEVEL 5 Understanding the Creative Media Sector Personal Professional Development Creative Media Production Management Project Advanced Radio Media Studies Working to a Brief in the Creative Media Industries ENTRY REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION: NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE MEDIA Web Authoring Leaving Certificate / LCVP with a minimum of two Work Experience H5 / O1 and three O6 / H7 grades or equivalent or PRODUCTION QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile or BTEC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS National Diploma with a merit profile. Suitable This one year course introduces students to Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Level 5 courses include the media industry with a strong emphasis on merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI MND Diploma in Media & Broadcasting the practical skills needed to work in media and level 4 Certificate. Applicants should bring relevant work to the interview. The academic A portfolio is not required for this course but you will broadcasting including radio, television, online and entry requirements may be waived for mature RADIO PROGRAMMING be asked to demonstrate at interview that you are print journalism. All aspects of this dynamic course applicants (21+). interested in radio stations and being a part of the media industry. The academic entry requirements are integrated and assessed through individual and may be waived for mature applicants (21+). group assignments and projects in the college’s CERTIFICATION National Diploma in Creative Media Production state-of-the-art Radio and Television Studios. & PRODUCTION CERTIFICATION A National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as HND in Creative Media Production (Radio) Many students progress from this media diploma being comparable to NFQ Level 5 Certificate. course on to HND courses in BCFE or further studies This award is made by the UK awarding body The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC BTEC Pearson and is not, at present, placed on the (Business and Technology Education Council) elsewhere. Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). DIPLOMA (HND) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher PROGRESSION Certificate at NFQ Level 6. Graduates with a BTEC National Diploma are qualified to enter 1st year of degree courses in the UK system and may also progress to Higher LEVEL 6 HIGHER PROGRESSION National Diploma courses in BCFE (merit profile Graduates who achieve a Merit / Distinction in required). Suitable courses include: this Higher National Diploma may apply for entry to the BA (Hons) Degree in Media Production MRH Higher National Diploma in Radio CERTIFICATION: HND IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION Management in BCFE. This is a one year top-up Programming & Production degree accredited by DCU. ITH Higher National Diploma in Television Operations & Production (RADIO) Graduates may gain exemptions from one or two DMH Higher National Diploma in Digital Design This two year radio course covers everything about years of degree courses in the UK. & Technology (UX, UI) radio from how to hold a microphone to how set up a radio station. Students will learn about music radio programming, presenting, features, news & documentaries and have the opportunity to gain extensive practical experience on the internal college radio stations and on an FM station broadcasting to Dublin. The course is closely linked with the radio industry with guest lecturers throughout the year and excellent work experience placements in radio stations. Graduates from this course have a strong track record of success in media industry working in all the major radio stations both on air and in production. The course has excellent facilities including three state of the art, fully digital touchscreen broadcast studios and three podcast booths. Students are provided with Tascam Wifi Portable recorders and podcast kit to facilitate their personal work.

2736 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Media 2837 COURSE CODE: PEH | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: PTH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 The Music Industry Marketing and Promotion for Musicians Professional Development Applied Sound Principles Recording Technology Creative Software Techniques Live Sound Techniques Fundamentals of composition IRISH TRADITIONAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE Year 2 Creative Research Project Advanced Music Production Music Systems Programming DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER Advanced Synthesis and Processing Live Mixing Composing to a Brief Sound for Media Products CERTIFICATION: HND IN ART AND DESIGN COURSE CONTENT Year 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (ARTIST DEVELOPMENT) Music Industry Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of The Higher National Diploma in Irish Traditional Professional Development two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent The Evolution of the Instrument or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile such Music Performance, Ceoltóir, is a two year Applied Music Theory as PMC Music Management & Production. programme for musicians and singers who wish to Performance Applicants are required to bring to interview an develop and improve as performers. Instrumental Technique audio CD with two pieces of self recorded music Marketing and Promotion clearly labelled and indexed. Links to your audio The course is practical in nature with an emphasis Recording Technology Or Application of Machine mixes can be added within the work experience on performance and developing musical skills. Tools (Instrument Making strand) section of the online application form instead of Year 2 the CD. A copy of a CV and any references should In second year, students record, engineer and produce their own CD, using college facilities. Creative Research Project also be available for the interview. The academic Creative Portfolio entry requirements may be waived for mature Regular performances and guest lectures by leading Developing as an Artist applicants (21+). figures in the world of traditional music are an Advanced Performance Skills exciting feature of the course. Recent guest lecturers Live Arrangement Skills HND IN MUSIC (PRODUCTION) Regional Styles in Irish Traditional Music MUSIC PRODUCTION The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business included Harry Bradley, Liam O Connor, Breanndán Advanced Music Production or Work Experience and Technology Education Council) qualification Ó Beaglaoich, Gavin Ralston and Jean Michel Veillon. (Instrument Making strand) awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI In 2018 a new instrument making strand was ENTRY REQUIREMENTS as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at introduced featuring uilleann pipe making, Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of DIPLOMA (HND) NFQ Level 6. two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent flute making, and whistle making. This unique programme, organised in cooperation with Na or QQI level 5 award with a merit profile such FACILITIES as PMC Music Management & Production. Classroom Lab with 25 HP workstations with Midi Píobairí Uilleann, is designed to cater for the skills All applicants will be auditioned. The academic controller keyboards. shortage within the traditional music community in entry requirements may be waived for mature LEVEL 6 HIGHER Analog Recording Studio applicants (21+). Digital Recording Studio terms of instrument making. The flute and whistle 8 Midi programming / recording booths with strands are taught by renowned flutemaker Hammy CERTIFICATION Apple Imacs and Propellerheads balance audio Hamilton and the pipemaking strand is taught by HND in Art and Design (Artist Development) CERTIFICATION: HND IN MUSIC (PRODUCTION) interfaces State of the Art D+B PA System in Purpose Built Donnacha Dwyer on behalf of Na Píobairí Uilleann. The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC This music production course involves technical Venue with 4 way monitors All instrument making classes are taught in Na (Business and Technology Education Council) operations of modern sound equipment and music Pro-tools HD2 Surround System Píobairí Uilleann’s PipeCraft Training Centre in qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Software includes Pro-tools, Logic, Propellerheads Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised technology. It aims to equip students with a skill set Reason, Cubase, Soundforge, Ableton Live, Pure Clonshaugh. As well as workshop time with an by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher that allows them to enter a career or continue their Data, Reaper and Sony Vegas expert instrument maker students have access to the Certificate at NFQ Level 6. academic pursuits within this discipline. Students work instrument making workshop on a regular basis to with performers and musicians in the recording studios PROGRESSION further develop their skills. FACILITIES Graduates may gain exemption from one or two Rehearsal and Multi-track Sound Recording Studio to produce master tracks and other media. Other years of degree courses in the UK. Graduates who The course aims to enable students to deepen Demo Recording, Back-line Amplification work involves live sound, desktop audio production achieve a merit/distinction may apply for entry to their understanding of Irish traditional music 2kw P.A. System and developing multi-media content. Successful BA (Hons) in Media Production Management in Range of Professional Instruments BCFE. and to equip students with the skills and academic 24 Track Digital Recording Studio students can expect to find employment in the qualifications for a successful career in music. Midi Suites 8 Track Hard Disc Recorders media, entertainment and music industries as sound engineers, music producers, editors, midi production PROGRESSION programmers, technicians, and pro-audio sales. Graduates may gain exemptions from one or two years of degree courses in the UK or may choose to continue performing on the traditional music circuit. Graduates who achieve a merit/distinction may also apply for entry to the BA (Hons) in Media Production Management programme in BCFE.

38 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Music 39 COURSE CODE: PRH | DURATION: 2 YEARS COURSE CODE: PMCe | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Music Technology Performance Sound Engineering and Production Instrumental Technique Communications Songwriting Desktop Publishing Applied Music Theory Event Production The Music Industry Media Analysis Marketing and Promotion for Musicians Music Industry Studies Professional Development Work Experience Music Production Fundamentals Year 2 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Developing as an Artist Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP including Advanced Performance Skills a pass in English or a merit in Leaving Certificate Creative Portfolio Applied or QQI level 4 Certificate. The academic Musical Direction in Practice entry requirements may be waived for mature Advanced Music Production applicants (21+). Live Arrangement Skills Creative Research Project CERTIFICATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS QQI Level 5 Sound Production 5M2149 Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two PROGRESSION H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or Graduates may progress to courses in Higher QQI level 5 award with a merit profile such as Education Institutions on a competitive basis PMC Music Management & Production. Applicants through the new QQI Common Awards System will be required to do an audition and supply a (CAS). Student can also progress to HNDs within demo on CD/Tape, instrumental or vocal. This BCFE. Suitable HNDs include: recording may be a sole performance or as part of a group. The academic entry requirements may be HND in Contemporary Music Performance waived where outstanding talent is demonstrated (Rock School) at the audition and for mature applicants (21+). HND in Music Production HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance CERTIFICATION HND in Music & Event Management HND in Music (Artist Development) The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. CONTEMPORARY A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. FACILITIES MUSIC PERFORMANCE Rehearsal and Multi-Track Sound Recording Studio Performance and Music DVD/Video Recording Performance Hall Professional back line and P.A. System SOUND PRODUCTION DIPLOMA (HND) Two 24 Track Digital Recording Studios Pro-tools HD2 Recording System Multi-Media Computer Room Software includes Cubase SX, Reason and LEVEL 6 HIGHER Soundforge LEVEL 5 PROGRESSION Graduates may gain exemptions from one or two years of degree courses in the UK or continue CERTIFICATION: HND IN MUSIC (ARTIST DEVELOPMENT) performing with their band or as a solo act. CERTIFICATION: QQI SOUND PRODUCTION 5M2149 This course is aimed at students who aspire to become The course gives students an excellent foundation in professional musicians and who want to learn about music technology, sound engineering and production. the Music Industry. This course creates a working It introduces students to the business of music with environment in which students can develop skills of modules on event production and music industry self expression, musical composition, presentation and studies. Students collaborate with the music performance. Live performances in the college and at performance students to create events during the year. city centre venues are an exciting and integral part of The course is designed to enable students to develop the course. the skills necessary for work in a dynamic and ever- changing music industry.

40 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Music 41 COURSE CODE: PMCp | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: SCH | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Music Theory and Practice Human Growth and Development Music Performance Care Provision and Practice Communications COMMUNITY & HEALTH Psychology Desktop Publishing Word Processing Event Production Communications Media Analysis Equality and Disability Music Industry Studies Work Experience Work Experience SERVICES LEVEL 5 Social Studies Intercultural Studies ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP including ENTRY REQUIREMENTS a pass in English or a merit in Leaving Certificate CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN COMMUNITY HEALTH Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Applied or QQI level 4 Certificate. The academic SERVICES (5M4468) merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level entry requirements may be waived for mature 4 Certificate. All applicants are required to bring applicants (21+). This course is designed to provide students with an two written references to interview. The academic introduction to the area of social care which will enable entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION them to achieve both the practical and academic skills QQI Level 5 Certificate in Music 5M2011 necessary for further study and future employment. CERTIFICATION PROGRESSION Work experience is an integral part of the course. This QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community Health Graduates may progress to courses in Higher takes place in early January for a four week period in Services (5M4468) Certificate in First Aid Education Institutions on a competitive basis a range of caring situations working with people with through the new QQI Common Awards System Certificate in Manual Handling and People Moving (CAS). Student can also progress to HNDs within learning difficulties, mental health problems, physical BCFE. Suitable HNDs include: disability and with disadvantaged youth. PROGRESSION HND in Contemporary Music Performance Graduates may progress to courses in Higher (Rock School) Education Institutions on a competitive basis HND in Music Production through the new QQI Common Awards System HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance (CAS). HND in Music & Event Management Graduates with a merit profile may apply for entry to the Advanced Certificate in Social and Vocational Integration in BCFE.

MUSIC PERFORMANCE LEVEL 5

CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN MUSIC 5M2011 The course gives students a great introduction to the music industry and enables students to explore and develop their skills as musicians and as performers. Students study music theory and music business and collaborate with the music technology students to stage live events. The course is designed to enable students to develop the skills necessary for work in a dynamic and ever changing music industry.

42 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Social Care 43 COURSE CODE: SCC | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: SPN | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Child Development Nursing Theory and Practice Child Health and Well Being Work Experience Communications Anatomy and Physiology Early Care and Education Practice Psychology Early Childhood Education and Play Human Growth and Development Social Studies Social Studies Word Processing Communications Work Experience Care Provision and Practice ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP preferably merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level including a Science subject or a merit in Leaving 4 Certificate. All applicants are required to bring Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Certificate. two written references to interview. The academic Relevant work experience is also an advantage. entry requirements may be waived for mature All applicants are required to bring two written applicants (21+). references to interview. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature CERTIFICATION applicants (21+). QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education 5M2009 CERTIFICATION Certificate in First Aid QQI Level 5 Certificate in Nursing Studies (5M4349) PROGRESSION First Aid Certificate Graduates may progress to courses in Higher Certificate in Manual Lifting and Handling of Education Institutions on a competitive basis Patients through the new QQI Common Awards System (CAS). Graduates with a merit profile may apply for PROGRESSION entry to QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social Progression to certain Irish Schools of and Vocational Integration in BCFE. Nursing is now possible for a small number of PRE-NURSING pre-Nursing graduates through places reserved The majority of students who successfully complete the QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care for QQI graduates. & Education get work immediately as Childcare The course also has links with specific UK assistants or Room Leaders in Creches. colleges which may recruit graduates to train EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE LEVEL 5 in the UK. Applicants should note that Leaving Certificate grades higher than the minimum entry requirements for this course are required for direct entry to nursing in Ireland and in the UK. Graduates with a merit profile may apply for & EDUCATION LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN NURSING STUDIES entry to QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social 5M4349 | FIRST AID CERTIFICATE | CERTIFICATE IN MANUAL and Vocational Integration in BCFE CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE LIFTING AND HANDLING OF PATIENTS AND EDUCATION 5M2009 | FIRST AID CERTIFICATE This course is aimed at students who wish to enter The childcare course is designed for students interested nursing in Ireland or the UK or gain certification in working with children. Students learn about the to work as a healthcare assistant in nursing homes practices and procedures involved in taking care of and hospitals. Nursing theory and practice is a core children. Work experience is an integral part of the module and is taught by a clinical nurse practitioner. course. It consists of one day each week and a two week Development of practical skills and personal qualities is block placement. emphasised throughout the course to equip students for further study in nursing training or future employment. Practical training days and visits to hospitals are provided throughout the course. Guest lectures from past students provide progression insight and networking opportunities. Work experience makes up approximately 25% of the course. Students go to hospitals and other nursing centres to gain experience in all fields of nursing: general, paediatric, intellectual disability, psychiatric, and geriatric. Practical training is carried out in the college using industry specialist equipment such as hospital beds, manual and ceiling hoists, wheelchairs and sliding hoists.

44 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Social Care 45 COURSE CODE: SNC | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: SVC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Care Skills Work Experience (6N1946) Care Support Communications (6N1950) CARE OF THE PERSON Safety and Health at Work Disability Awareness (6N1975) Communications Rehabilitation Practice (6N2196) Social Studies Person Centred Planning (6N2206) Work Experience Mental Health Awarness (6N2209) Human Growth and Development Learning Difficulty Awareness (6N2210) WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Special Needs Assisting Social Studies (5N1370) Care of the Elderly ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level LEVEL 5 merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 5 Certificate. All applicants are required to bring 4 Certificate. Relevant work-experience is an two written references to interview. The academic advantage. All applicants are required to bring entry requirements may be waived for mature two written references to interview. The academic applicants (21+). entry requirements may be waived for mature CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE SUPPORT applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION 5M4339 | CERTIFICATE IN FIRST AID | QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social and CERTIFICATION Vocational Integration (6M2218) CERTIFICATE IN LIFTING AND HANDLING QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support This one year full time course has a dual purpose (5M4339) PROGRESSION award. It is designed for those who have an interest Certificate in First Aid Suitably qualified graduates are eligible to apply Certificate in Lifting and Handling for entry to cognate degree programmes in third in working as a health care assistant (HCA) or special level institutions. needs assistant (SNA). The course is structured to give PROGRESSION Graduates may also apply for Degree courses in students a strong knowledge base in the practices and Graduates may progress to courses in Higher Universities in Britain and Northern Ireland and procedures to work in both these fields. Employment Education Institutions on a competitive basis may gain exemption from the first year of such courses. can be sought on completion of this course in schools, through the QQI Common Awards System (CAS). hospitals, nursing homes, community care or in a Graduates with a merit profile may apply for entry to QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social residential care setting. Work experience is an integral and Vocational Integration in BCFE. part of this course and consists of a minimum three weeks block placement during the academic year. SOCIAL CARE STUDIES In addition the course provides the students with a unique opportunity to participate in BCFE’s Community Partnership Programme with a local primary school. LEVEL 6 ADVANCED

CERTIFICATION: QQI ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL AND VOCATIONAL INTEGRATION (6M2218) This one year advanced certificate course equips students with a deep knowledge of a wide range of social care areas from mental health awareness to learning difficulty awareness. It will stimulate and challenge the professional to evaluate current trends in the sector. The course is a comprehensive and challenging course comprising both academic and practical modules. Work experience is an essential part of the programme. This practical component enables students to develop the skills and qualities required of workers in the field. Students work with vulnerable groups such as those who experience mental health issues, people with intellectual disabilities, the travelling community, homeless people, people with substance abuse issues and early school leavers. Special schools and residential centres, hospitals and rehabilitation workshops, day care and training centres feature on our wide range of work placement options.

46 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Social Care 47 COURSE CODE: IFH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Cinematography – Camera Cinematography – Lighting Film Practice Film Studies Editing for Film Professional Practices Creative Media Industry Individual Project Year 2 Advanced Film Production Studies Advanced Editing for Film Scriptwriting for Film Film Criticism Art Direction and Production Design Collaborative Project Personal Professional Development ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile. Suitable foundation Level 5 courses include IFC Cinematography, ITC Television and Digital Film and MND Diploma in Media & Broadcasting. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION HND in Film The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) qualification awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. FACILITIES Sound Stage Scenery Room Dressing Rooms Avid Edit Suites Arri and Atton Super 16mm Cameras FILM DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER Sony CineAlta Digital Cinematography Camera Lighting and support equipment PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Each candidate will be interviewed on their CERTIFICATION: HND IN FILM portfolio work. The portfolio interview will last approximately 20 minutes. The portfolio should The Higher National Diploma in Film is designed to give students the opportunity to express themselves contain items that are current or relevant to the through the medium of film. The programme combines an emphasis on the art of filmmaking and the application. The emphasis should be on quality visual representation of story with the development of technical, organisational and production skills. and not quantity. Film and/or Video work should be presented on USB. If your video is a group It consists of five main areas: Practical Camera and Lighting, Theory and Analysis, Art Direction, production, you should show a part that contains Production Management and Post Production Processes. There is an emphasis on visual language and your own work. Photographic work should show cinematography. Students will be encouraged to examine the variety of styles used in film both historically your skills in lighting, framing and composition and possibly sequence. No more than 20 photos and in the present day. should be presented. Storyboards may also be presented in support. PROGRESSION Graduates may gain exemption from one or two years of degree courses in the UK. Graduates who achieve a merit/distinction in the Higher National Diploma may apply for entry to BA (Hons) in Media Production Management in BCFE.

48 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Television, Film and Visual Effects 49 COURSE CODE: IFX | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT Year 1 Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Cultures Visual Effects Practices Creative Media Industry Professional Practice Storyboarding 3D Modelling Principles of Photography Individual Project Year 2 Collaborative Project Personal Professional Development Advanced Visual Effects Studies Advanced Rendering & Visualisation Advanced 3D Modelling Advanced Editing & Compositing Asset Capture ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate / LCVP with a minimum of two H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or QQI Level 5 award with a merit profile. Typical QQI Level 5 award feeder courses include DMP Interactive Digital Media Production, DLO Computer Games & Interactive Entertainment Development,CDS Animation Drawing Studies, ITC Television & Digital Film and IFC Cinematography. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION HND in Creative Media Production (Visual Effects) The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) qualification VISUAL EFFECTS AND 3D TECHNOLOGY awarded by the UK awarding body Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6. DIPLOMA (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES Each candidate will be interviewed on his or her portfolio work. The portfolio interview will last approximately 20 minutes. Candidates may present a variety of portfolio work. The emphasis should be on CERTIFICATION: HND IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION (VISUAL EFFECTS) quality and not quantity. Portfolio work may When BCFE animation graduate Richie Baneham won an Oscar at the 82nd Academy Awards it was for consist of any or all of the following: Photography, digital artwork, digital images or short video clips Best Visual Effects on the film Avatar. Visual Effects (VFX) involves combining live action and digitally which have been either shot, edited or digitally created images together to create everything from placing real actors on a digital set through to adding manipulated by the applicant. fire into a fireplace scene in a TV commercial. This course uses industry standard software and hardware to take students through everything from learning how to light and shoot the live action elements to PROGRESSION It is envisaged that graduates of this programme creating and compositing digital backgrounds and characters into footage to create a final scene. Course will move from the course directly into resources include industry-standard hardware/software like Maya, Nuke, Photoshop, Zbrush, Mari, employment and a career in 3D / CGI / VFX Mudbox, VRay, Arnold, Shotgun and access to our cutting edge TV Studio facilities. VFX and CGI / 3D are either locally or internationally. Graduates may also apply for our BA Honours Degree in Visual growing sectors with significant employment opportunities in Ireland and internationally. On successful Media in BCFE. The BA Honours Degree in Visual completion of the course graduates may seek employment and a career in 3D / CGI / VFX either locally or Media is certified by the University of Dundee, internationally. Scotland.

50 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Television, Film and Visual Effects 51 COURSE CODE: ITC | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: IFC | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Television and Film Editing Cinematography Camera Operations Film Production Cinematography Lighting Skills TELEVISION Communications Traditional Black and White Photography Work Experience Digital Editing Media Analysis Image Processing Scriptwriting Scriptwriting for Film and Television Drama Portrait Photography Media Analysis AND DIGITAL FILM Television Studio Production Work Experience Communications ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a ENTRY REQUIREMENTS merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a LEVEL 5 Certificate. Students should bring a portfolio to the merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level interview. See Portfolio Guidelines. The academic 4 Certificate. Students should bring relevant entry requirements may be waived for mature film, video, photography or storyboards to the applicants (21+). interview. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+). CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN FILM AND TELEVISION CERTIFICATION PRODUCTION 5M18519 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Film and Television CERTIFICATION Production 5M18519 QQI Level 5 Certificate in Media Production This television and digital film course provides the 5M18518 opportunity for students to build a visual portfolio GUIDELINES FOR SAMPLES OF VISUAL WORK within the areas of television studio production, film Applicants should bring to the interview a PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES production and photography. Every student makes collection of up to ten photographs. They may Each candidate will be interviewed on his or her also bring drawn storyboards or video work on portfolio work. The main element of the portfolio one very short fiction film, one factual news piece and which they have operated the camera. Video work should be Photography, however video work can experiences every job in the television studio during may be in the form of a file on a laptop, USB or be presented in addition. The portfolio interview the production process. external drive, or uploaded to Vimeo or YouTube. will last approximately 20 minutes. The portfolio Please do not bring scripts. should contain items that are current or relevant There is a concentration on developing the knowledge to the application. The emphasis should be on and practical foundation skills required for students to PROGRESSION quality and not quantity. Photographic work should show your skills in lighting, framing and advance in these technical and creative areas. Graduates may progress to courses in Higher Education Institutions on a competitive basis composition and possibly sequence. No more than through the new QQI Common Awards System 20 photos should be presented. (CAS). PROGRESSION Graduates with a merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses in Graduates may progress to courses in Higher BCFE. Suitable courses include IFH HND in Film, Education Institutions on a competitive basis ITH HND in Television Operations & Production through the new QQI Common Awards System and IFX HND in Visual Effects and 3D Technology (CAS). Students may use their digital film & video Graduates with a merit profile may apply for work as a portfolio to apply for entry to Film & entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma Courses in Television Degree programmes. Past Students BCFE. Suitable courses include: have applied for the Institute of Art, Design IFH HND in Film and Technology Dun Laoghaire and the Dublin CINEMATOGRAPHY ITH HND in Television Operations & Production Institute of Technology. LEVEL 5 IFX HND in Visual Effects and 3D Technology

CERTIFICATION: QQQI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN MEDIA PRODUCTION 5M18518 This course concentrates on developing the knowledge and practical skills involved in the art of cinematography. Emphasis is placed on the roles and functions of the camera department through practical projects using a range of 16/S16mm film cameras.

52 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Television, Film and Visual Effects 53 COURSE CODE: VFA | DURATION: 1 YEAR COURSE CODE: ITH | DURATION: 2 YEARS

COURSE CONTENT COURSE CONTENT Computer Illustrated Graphics Year 1 Dimensional Computer Graphics Single Camera Techniques for Television Personal Effectiveness Television Studies VISUAL EFFECTS Editing for Television and Film Work Practice Design Skills Television Practice Digital Photography Creative Media Industry Image Processing Professional Practice Digital Editing Television Studio Production TRAINEESHIP – Individual Project ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Year 2 Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a merit Producer and Director for Television in Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI level 4 Multi-camera Production CREATIVE MEDIA FOR Certificate. The academic entry requirements Television Studio production may be waived for mature applicants (21+). Live Studio Operations for Television Advanced Television Studies CERTIFICATION Advanced Editing for TV and Film Collaborative Project PRODUCTION (VISUAL QQI Level 5 Certificate in Creative Media 5M5048 PORTFOLIO AND INTERVIEW GUIDELINES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two Candidates interested in the course will be invited H5/O1 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent or to a 20-minute interview. At the interview they QQI level 5 award with a merit profile. EFFECTS / ANIMATION must bring a portfolio with samples of some of TELEVISION PRODUCTION their own of creative work. Example material Suitable foundation Level 5 courses include IFC can include content such as short video clips, Cinematography, ITC Television and Digital Film photographic images, digital artwork or any and MND Diploma in Media & Broadcasting other digital work, which has been produced, Applicants should demonstrate the interest / VIDEO PRODUCTION) edited or digitally modified/enhanced by the & OPERATIONS DIPLOMA and potential to acquire high level skills in candidate. Here the desirable candidate should TV operations. A portfolio of photography or provide evidence of a good work ethic and a video work should be brought to the interview. strong personal interest in the area. Though not See Portfolio Guidelines. The academic entry an essential requirement, evidence of an ability to requirements may be waived for mature LEVEL 5 draw would be considered an advantage. (HND) LEVEL 6 HIGHER applicants (21+) PROGRESSION CERTIFICATION It is anticipated that graduates of this HND in Television Operations CERTIFICATION: QQI LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN CREATIVE programme will move from the course into MEDIA 5M5048 employment and a career in Animation, CERTIFICATION: HND IN TELEVISION OPERATIONS The Higher National Diploma is a BTEC VFX or video post-production either locally (Business and Technology Education Council) This course provides a unique opportunity for or internationally. The HND in Television Operations and Production is a qualification awarded by the UK awarding body path to an interesting, exciting and rewarding career Pearson. A Higher National Diploma is recognised applicants who have a keen interest in obtaining the Graduates with a merit profile may apply for by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher skills to work in visual effects, animation or video entry to BTEC Level 6 courses in BCFE. in the Television and Video Production industries. This Certificate at NFQ Level 6. production in the area of 3D computer generated Graduates may progress to courses in Higher is a practical course in television and video production animation or effects. This is the first QQI level 5 Education Institutions on a competitive basis which includes directing, producing, camera work, post PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES through the new QQI Common Awards System production, live studio and outside broadcast recording. The portfolio should contain photographic traineeship course in of its kind in Ireland. It has been (CAS). This course has places for people with an interest or video work you have done. It need not be developed in collaboration with leading companies in professional quality. Each candidate will be industry. in camera work, editing, sound as well producing, invited to discuss the work you are presenting directing and planning, organizing and creating with regard to what you have learnt in making it. Animation production & post-production companies television shows and video content. Students work on The emphasis should be on quality not quantity. in Ireland have seen strong growth recently and have ‘live ‘ commissions from clients in the real world. No more than 20 photographs should be worked with BCFE to design this unique course. presented. In addition to the QQI modules students will gain Former students of the course are currently working Video work should preferably be in a common file format on USB or external drive. If your video experience in specialist areas such as 3D fundamentals in every broadcaster in Ireland as well as almost all of is a group production, you should show the part CGI generalist, 3D rigging fundamentals, CG cameras the major Irish production companies and many are in that contains your own work. Photographic work & Matchmove for visual effects, compositing-matte the international media world working in management, should show your skills in lighting, framing and composition and possibly sequence. creation, rotoscoping & paint restoration while on operations and production roles. Chances are if you’ve placement in industry in leading creative media watched television, video or Netflix you’ve seen some of The Interview will last approximately 20 minutes. companies. our former students work. PROGRESSION The course is a 1-year (48 week traineeship). Students Graduates may gain exemption from one or two Graduates of the course also have the option of years of degree courses in the UK. Graduates who will be on practical placement in industry for 24 weeks progressing to the BA (Hons) in Media Production achieve a merit/distinction in the Higher National in various blocks over the duration of the year and the which is validated by Dublin City University. Diploma may apply for entry to BA (Hons) in remainder of the course time will be completed at BCFE. Media Production Management in BCFE. Prospective students should bring a sample of any photography or video they have to interview. Follow us on Instagram @bcfetvcourse or Twitter @BcfeCourse

54 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Television, Film and Visual Effects 55 COURSE CODE: RTL / RTL CRAFT | DURATION: 1 YEAR

COURSE CONTENT RTL General Communications RETURN TO LEARNING Mathematics Personal and Interpersonal Development Customer Service Entrepreneurial Skills Word Processing LEVEL 4 Computer Applications Work Experience COURSE CONTENT CERTIFICATION: QQI CERTIFICATE IN GENERAL LEARNING RTL Craft Communications 4M2010 Mathematics The Return to Learning course is a foundation course Personal & Interpersonal Development Computer Applications for adults supported by the Back to Education Jobs Work Based Experience Initiative (BTEI). The aim of the course is to give adults Entrepreneurial Skills who left school early or who are a long time out of Drawing Textiles education the opportunity to return to education and Painting to participate in a year of learning and exploration. Students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for ENTRY REQUIREMENTS further study. Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3. Applicants may have participated in primary This Back to Education Jobs Initiative (BTEI) course and secondary education although no formal enables adults to return to learning in a positive and qualifications are required. supportive environment. Classes are small and personal attention is assured. This programme is timetabled for CERTIFICATION QQI Level 4 Certificate in General Learning a maximum of 17 hours per week to facilite learners 4M2010 combining their learning with family and other commitments. PROGRESSION Students who successfully complete RTL may BCFE offers two options - a broad-based foundation apply for entry to QQI Level 5 courses in BCFE and Return to Learning course and an art and craft focussed other Colleges of Further Education. Students may EVENING CLASSES also apply for entry to University Access courses. course Return to Learning Craft.

Director of Adult Education: Courses are offered in both the Autumn Caroline McKenna Cooper and Spring terms. Autumn enrolment commences BCFE offers a dynamic list of evening courses, in July. Enrolment for the Spring term starts in which are listed below mid-December. Enrolment is by post or in person. Accounting Technicians Highly qualified and experienced professionals After Effects deliver all courses in a friendly, supportive and Animation Skills student-led environment. Art Portfolio Preparation BCFE is approved by QQI, Accounting Technicians Assistive Technology Ireland and IPASS to deliver there certification and Computer Programming is widely recognised for the quality and success of Concept Design for Gaming and Animation its full time provision. Desk Top Publishing BCFE can customise a course for you utilising our Hat Making modern teaching facilities and highly qualified staff. Illustration Skills Jewellery Design For further details about BCFE’s evening classes: Lighting in Maya Tel: (01) 6269421 Payroll Techniques Email: [email protected] Photoshop Website: www.bcfe.ie Podcasting Radio Programme Production Sewing Techniques Tattoo Artist Virtual and Augmented Reality

56 BCFE Prospectus 2020 Coláiste Breisoideachais Bhaile Formaid, Bothár Bhaile Formaid, Baile Formaid, Baile Átha Cliath 10, D10 TX46 Ballyfermot College of Further Education, Ballyfermot Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. D10 TX46 Phone: +00353 1 6269421 Email: [email protected] Web: www.bcfe.ie

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