BA in Film and Television Production
Search to find a different course
Course Overview
This course encompasses everything from pre-production planning and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and post-production. Students learn to harness creativity, innovation, and collaboration, and gain practical skills in the many aspects involved in mounting a production, such as budgeting, location scouting, casting, production design, filming, and post-production. Students learn TV Studio & Virtual Production in our state-of-the-art TV studio and also undertake multiple practical film and documentary projects to put their skills into action.
Students benefit from the guidance of industry experts, participate in competitions for the annual Samson Films and Dearbhla Walsh prizes, and secure employment in renowned companies like the BBC and Universal. The course is housed in the state-of-the-art Carroll's building on the DkIT Campus, providing students with an ideal environment in which to create exceptional work. In Year 3, students embark either on an industry experience module or an industry project module. Both serve to enhance their skills and broaden their professional networks.
In addition, students undertake a range of academic modules and an academic dissertation in the areas of Film Studies, Television Studies and Film Theory.
Students and graduates of this programme have gained recognition and success at prestigious film festivals and industry awards. Their outstanding work has been acknowledged at events including the Irish Film and Television Awards, the Los Angeles Cinematography Awards, the Dublin International Film Festival, and the Royal Television Society Awards.
What makes this course different
Industry Linked Modules
In Year 3, students embark either on an industry experience module or an industry project module.
World Renowned Education Partners
World-renowned companies Blackmagic Design and Avid Technology are key education partners for this dynamic course.
Understanding the Industry
The Film and TV production industry is a realm that brings stories to life through the magic of visual storytelling. Skilled professionals in this industry work to create immersive worlds, capture compelling performances, and weave together breathtaking visuals.
From blockbuster movies to gripping TV series, this industry is constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination. It is a dynamic industry where directors, cinematographers, actors, editors, and visual effects artists unite to craft film, television and documentary pieces that educate, entertain and uplift audiences.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates are equipped with the core competencies to engage in any of the following careers, amongst others:
- Director
- Online/Offline Editor
- 1st/2nd Assistant Camera
- Director of Photography
- Colourist
- Location Manager
- Producer
- Production Co-Ordinator
- Production Manager
- Production Assistant
- Scriptwriter
- Sound Recordist/Mixer
- Assistant Director
- Camera Operator
- Vision Mixer
- Floor Manager
Course Delivery and Modules
The course focuses on practical skills and industry relevance, allowing students to specialise in areas such as Post-Production, Cinematography, Audio, TV Studio Production, Documentary Film Production, and Drama Production for Film and TV. Practical modules, and practical specialisations in the areas of audio, cinematography and post-production in Year 3, are complemented by a range of theory-driven modules - including Film Studies, Film Theory and Television Studies.
- Academic Writing & Research Skills
- 35mm Photography
- Previsualisation and AI for Film & TV
- Introduction to Cinematography, Audio and Post-Production
- Television & Digital Media Studies
- Film Studies (Year Long)
- Introduction to Production Studies
- Intro to TV Studio and Virtual Production
- Writing for Film & TV
- World Cinema
- Writing for Film & TV
- Intermediate TV Studio & Virtual Production
- European Cinema
- Legal & Ethical Issues in Film & Television
- Intermediate Cinematography and Post
- Documentary Production: Theory and Practice
- Sound Design for Film & TV
- Directing for Film & TV
- Intermediate Production Studies
- Production Design
Electives:
- Semester Abroad
- Film Project - Development
- Writing for Film & TV
- Production Management
- Cinematography, Audio and Post-Production Departments
- Production Design for Film and Television
- Creative Documentary
- Film Theory
- Industry Studies
- Film Project - Production
Electives:
- Digital Photography, Holocaust Film and Popular Culture, Advanced Visual Effects for Film and Television, Irish Language for Media, Film & TV Industry Experience, Film & TV Industry Project
Work placement
In Year 3, students undertake either a 4-week work placement or an industry project module.
Professional Accreditations
Partnerships:
World-renowned Blackmagic Design is an education partner for this dynamic course. DkIT is one of only ten education partnerships with Blackmagic Design in Europe and is their only Irish Education Partner.
DkIT is also an AVID Learning Partner. Avid Technology is a multimedia company that specialises in video and audio editing software. Avid products include Media Composer, its flagship non-linear editing system, and Pro Tools, its digital audio work station. The Department of Creative Arts, Media and Music is an established Avid Learning Partner (ALP) with multiple Lecturers who are Avid certified in both Media Composer and Pro Tools.
Education Progression
On successful completion of this course, students can apply to progress to Year 4 of the BA (Hons) Film and Television Production.
BA (Hons) in Film and Television Production
Fees and Funding
Please find information on fees and funding here: www.dkit.ie/fees
Entry requirements
In addition to the standard entry requirements below, English Grade 03 or H6. Applicants from NI/UK require a GCSE English Grade A or AS Level Grade C or A Level Grade D. A Pass at A-Level in Moving Images Arts with GCSE English Grade C or AS English Grade E is also accepted.
- Standard Requirements for Leaving Certificate Applicants
- Standard Requirements for UK/NI Applicants
- Standard Requirements for QQI-Further Education Applicants
- Mature Applicants: Minimum of 23 years of age on January 1st of year of application
Course Related Videos
How to apply
Apply on CAO
All standard entry first-year applicants must apply for entry through the CAO. See Important application dates for CAO and information for specific applicant types below:
Advanced Entry & Transfer Applications
Advanced Entry is for applicants who have previous educational achievements and/or work experience and want to be considered for direct entry into year 2, 3, or 4 of a course. This includes students looking to transfer to DkIT from another Higher Education provider.
International Application (non-EU)
International Applicants (not from or living in the EU) can apply through an agent or directly to DkIT to study this course.
Ask us a Question
If you have a question about the BA in Film and Television Production please ask it below and we will get back to you.
Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).