Streams

Year 1

Year 2

Multimedia Technology & Industry

Multimedia Technology I
(5 ECTS)

Multimedia
Technology II
(5 ECTS)

Networks and
Internet Technology
(5 ECTS)

Multimedia Application Development

Web Development I
(5 ECTS)

Web Development II
(5 ECTS)

Programming in Java Script
(5 ECTS)

Database Technology
(5 ECTS)

Introduction to Multimedia Programming
(5 ECTS)

Introduction to Server-Side Programming
(5 ECTS)

Creative Multimedia Design & Digital Media Production

Graphic Design I
(5 ECTS)

Graphic Design II
(5 ECTS)

Audio I
(5 ECTS)

Digital Design
& Animation
(5 ECTS)

Video I
(5 ECTS)

Digital Photography
(5 ECTS)

Digital Design
& Animation II
(5 ECTS)

Communications

Media Writing
(5 ECTS)

Social Media
(5 ECTS)

Public Relations
(5 ECTS)

Personal & Professional Development

Interpersonal Development
(5 ECTS)

Effective Teamwork
(5 ECTS)

Portfolio
(5 ECTS)

Professional Development & Employment Placement
(10 ECTS)

Semester 1

Multimedia Technology I

This module aims to give students a firm understanding of the fundamentals of computer architecture as commonly found in desktop computers, handheld devices and personal communicators and convergent devices. It also explores the technologies required to transfer and store large amounts of digital information.

Web Development I

Web Development I aims to introduce the student to the World Wide Web and associated technologies. The module will enable the student to source information on various standards and specifications related to the World Wide Web. This will provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to create standards compliant (X)HTML web pages.

Graphic Design 1

Graphic Design 1 is concerned with introducing students to the fundamental elements of graphic design for multimedia. This subject will enable students to become visually aware and acquire a working knowledge of Colour Theory, Typography and the basic principles of Concept Development for graphic design.

Audio I

This module develops student’s technical and creative abilities to produce audio for new media by explaining digital audio and production and creating audio recordings for new media.

Media Writing

By developing media writing skills, students learn to produce content for print publications and digital media outlets. A selection of tasks, including press releases, feature story writing and technical reviews, help develop the necessary analytical skills to write critically. The best elements of production will contribute to a personal portfolio of work for potential employment as a creative developer.

Interpersonal Development

This module is designed to equip participants with an understanding of their own skills and capacities. It will include an exploration of learning styles, identifying and learning how to articulate their own strengths and capacities. The module allows participants the opportunity to develop their own interpersonal skills and capacities and the skills to articulate a message to others using effective presentation techniques.

Semester 2

Multimedia Technology II

This module explores the fundamental concepts of operating systems with a focus on the management of memory, peripheral devices, file systems, system security requirements and system administration.
Students will also be exposed to different types of operating systems such as Windows, Linux, Unix and OS X

Web
Development II

Web Development II aims to extend the student’s knowledge and skills in the area of web development. Students are introduced to the usage of cascading style sheets (CSS) for formatting, layout and presentation of content on various media devices. The module also aims to inform the student of web accessibility requirements, web usability and to the usage of visual editing tools and web based content management systems.

Programming in JavaScript

This module builds on previous Web Development modules and shows students how to add interactivity to web pages using a popular web programming language

Graphic Design II

Graphic Design II will place more emphasis on the use of technology as an additional medium with which to develop and produce graphic design. Through the use of design theory and practice students will engage in a number of different areas concerning the graphic design industry. A number of outside projects will be produced throughout the semester, enabling students to acquire an understanding of the design industry.

Digital Design & Animation I

This course will introduce students to the concept of Identity Design and the design of Logos for digital media. Students will be introduced to the principles of drawing and perspective and to Disney’s 12 principles of animation. Students will produce a short 2D animation where they will design a cartoon character and create suitable backgrounds with convincing perspective.

Social Media

Blogging, podcasts, vidcasts--these productions get top-to-bottom creative treatment along with perspectives about globalisation, development of genre, and media representation.

Semester 3

Database Technology

The Database Technology module aims to give students an understanding of database technology and familiarise students with mainstream database platforms. Students learn how to design databases and use the SQL language to create, update and query databases. On completion of this module students will be able to build database backends that can service interactive websites and advanced multimedia applications.

Introduction to Multimedia Programming

This module introduces students to the ActionScript scripting language. The module aim is to build on the students’ knowledge of the Flash editing environment and the relationship between graphical objects and ActionScript programming. The student will learn how to use ActionScript to add interactivity and functionality to their Flash applications and to develop applications for mobile devices.

Video I

This module helps students gain an understanding and practice of the procedures involved in digital video pre-production, production and post production. It also introduces students to the necessary technical and creative skills required to produce original digital video material.

Public Relations

From traditional press releases to more engaging elements of social media, students produce content that fits broadsheets and broadcasts. Classroom discussion of essential readings explores important issues in the conduct of effective public relations, complemented by case studies that highlight ethical conduct.

Effective Teamwork

Effective teamwork introduces the basic principles and challenges of effective team working. It also explores critical and creative thinking techniques for problem solving and decision making in teams. The module will be primarily experiential and will make use of a variety of learning methods and activities. Participants will be encouraged to draw on their own experiences and will have opportunities to apply their learning throughout.

Semester 4

Networks and Internet Technology

Introduces and explores the concepts in the areas of: digital communication; multimedia information representation. This course will provide students with fundamental networking skills so as to enable students to perform networking tasks that are relevant to the multimedia workplace.

Introduction to server-side programming

This module will introduce students to what is known as server-side programming. Many web sites today are actually programmes which, for example, allow you to order books, upload a photograph, send email messages, and much more. Such web sites are built using server-side programming, that is, the web site program is in a computer called a web server. This module teaches the student a programming language called PHP which can be used to write server-side programmes.

Digital Photography

This course will provide the student with both the creative framework to compose a photograph and the fundamental technical knowledge to edit, enhance and optimize images for the web or print environment. Digital photography will be combined with other media such as Macromedia Flash to create a simple frame by frame animation showing how versatile Digital Photography can be.

Digital Design & Animation II

This course develops two main areas: Digital Design and Animation. It creates an awareness and understanding of Corporate Design and Branding in digital media. It looks at areas such as Interface design, Logo design and Typography. It also, develops the student’s analytical drawing skills focusing on modelling, cross hatching and colour techniques.  These drawing skills will be integrated into the animation environment where students will use soundtracks, voiceovers and sound effects to enhance character development and create a sophisticated 2D animation.

Portfolio

Throughout this module students will engage in the production of a portfolio, with input from other modules in the programme. Areas covered are Planning, Design, Style, Oral Presentation, and Electronic Presentation. Work is will be analysed and put through various presentation methods to develop an entry level, industry standard portfolio.

Professional Development & Employment Placement

This module consists of both a taught and work experience element. In the work placement element participants will get relevant practical work experience in companies and organisations in Ireland and overseas over a three month period. The placement is a partnership between the employer, the student and the college, ensuring proper supervision, evaluation and relevancy to the degree programme.
The taught element of the programme is designed to improved the employability skills of participants through the developing an understanding of the skills required to be successful in the work environment including CV and interview preparation and the skills of working effectively with others.