This course is designed for anyone with an interest in creative writing and storytelling. Students will explore various aspects of writing such as prose, poetry, scripts etc. and will be facilitated in developing material for publication.
The course will focus on developing writing skills for both fiction and scripts as well as creation of digital content such as webpages , blogs, book covers etc. Classes will be delivered in a relaxed environment and learners will be given the opportunity to build on existing and/or new story ideas.
The one year QQI level 5 course will encourage students to share and critique ideas in a supportive setting. The skills to create media content to complement written material will be taught, giving students the necessary tools to make self-promotional material for their work.
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Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, QQI level 4 full award. Mature students are welcome. Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered.
If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment.
Basic I.T. skills are a course requirement. The course utilises the Microsoft suite for coursework submission.
All candidates will be called for an interview with the course coordinator where a portfolio of writing may be requested.
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Certificate in Creative Media QQI Level 5 (5M5048)
Graduates are eligible to progress to a range of relevant courses in Higher Education Institutions through the CAO system as a QQI/FET applicant.
1 Year
Registration fee: €100
Applicants in receipt of a Social Welfare payment will keep their payment whilst studying on the course under the Back to Education Allowance scheme.
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 179820 |
| Course Location | Coolock, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Creative Media, Media |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Creative Media |
| Course Duration | One year |
| Course Fee | 100 |
| Entry Requirements | Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Mature students or those without a formal education are also welcome. |
| Career Path | Writing, editing, publishing, media, scriptwriting, television, radio |
| Course Code | 5M5048 |
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