Commercial Photography
This is a one-year Commercial Photography course which prepares students for a career as a commercial photographer. It concentrates on teaching the technical skills and visual awareness required. Creative projects, technical assignments and continuous assessment monitor the student’s progress. Students produce a portfolio of their photographs. They receive training and advice on starting and operating a small photography business.
Course Content
- Photography
- Computer Illustration Graphics
- Business Start up
- Retail Administration
- Media Analysis
- Communications
- Image Processing
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Work Experience
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Certification
FETAC (Further Education & Training Awards Council) Level 5 Certificate in Media Production (EMPXX)
Career Opportunities/Further Studies
On completion of the course many of the students obtain employment in the photography business or set up their own business. Students may also progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI's) through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Cert
- Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme
- Leaving Certificate Applied
- Any relevant FETAC Awards
- Interview
- Mature Students – RLP (Recognition of Prior Learning) Interview
- (formal academic qualifications not required)
Course Costs
€520
Course Code
532
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