Fulltime Classroom Arts and humanities

Games Design & Creative Media

Programme Aim
The aim of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work in a creative media setting, using some initiative and independence while under general direction and or to progress to further or higher education and training.

Target Award

QQI Creative Media – 5M5048

Start Date: 06-09-2027 Hours/week: 18 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 39 weeks

Timetable

Day Mornings Afternoons Evenings
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Education Requirements
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)


Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.


Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Module Award Body
Personal Professional Development Personal & Professional Development (5N2985) QQI
Multimedia Authoring Multimedia Authoring (5N1299) QQI
Animation Layout Design Animation Layout Design (5N1552) QQI
Computer 3D Modelling And Animation Computer 3D Modelling & Animation (5N1603) QQI
Desktop Multimedia Audio Production Desktop Multimedia Audio Production (5N2148) QQI
Fundamentals Of Object Oriented Programming Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming (5N0541) QQI
Games Analysis Design Games Analysis Design (5N1651) QQI
3 Dimensional Computer Graphics 3 Dimensional Computer Graphics (5N5029) QQI
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programmes learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to
work in a creative media setting, using some initiative and independence while under general direction and or to progress to further or higher education and training.

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Creative Media will enable applicants to work in a creative media setting, using some initiative and independence while under direction.
Applicants may pursue a variety of roles dependent on specialism in the creative arts and performance sectors, these may include Junior Designer or Motion Graphics Designer, Arts Administrator, Theatre Production/Performer.

Provider

Waterford College of Further Education


Location

Parnell Street, Waterford, X91 VKT9


Facilities

  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Full Canteen

Contact Details

Course Contact:
Administration Office

Email:
wcfeinfo@wwetb.ie

Phone:
051874053