Global Media and Online Journalism 5M5048
This one-year Global Media and Online Journalism course provides students with the opportunity to explore the world of Global media. It focuses on developing the skills required to work in the world of online journalism and gives students a critical understanding of the dynamic media environment, which increasingly shapes and influences our society and our lives. It will give you a critical understanding of the 21st Century complex global media industry. The course will prepare you to further your studies at third level or to pursue employment in the global media market. This is a full-time course runs from September to May.
- Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design 5N0755
- Media Analysis 5N1298
- Documentary Photography 5N1271
- Digital Editing 5N1438
- Radio Programme Production 5N1379
- Journalistic Research Skills 6N5450
- Work Experience 5N1356
- Communications 5N0690
Learners may also have the opportunity to study from Maths as an extra module.
QQI Level 5 in Global Media and Online Journalism (Creative Media) 5M5048
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
Student Contribution: €175
QQI Exam Fee €50 Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
Graduates of this course can apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme to pursue higher and advanced certificate or degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities, and Universities. The number of places available may be limited. Applicants should verify specific linked awards and eligibility criteria with the respective Higher Education Institution.
3rd Level Progression Examples:
Atlantic Technological University - Galway
Creative Media and Storytelling
BA Film and Documentary
BA in Design
TUS Limerick
Creative Media and Design
Immersive Digital Media
Digital Animation Production
University of Limerick
BA in Journalism and Digital Communication
BA in Digital Culture and Communications
TU Dublin
Creative Digital Media
Creative Industries and Visual Culture
Creative Digital Media
IADT
English and Media
Photography and Visual Media
New Media Studies
For more information on third level progression links, visit:
- CAO - Course Search
- Careers Portal - QQI Graduate Course Finder
Instructional video on using Careers Portal to find a course
If you require further information on progression pathways from this course email: progression.gti@gretb.ie
Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.
Students may be awarded the opportunity to participate in a 2 or 3 week fully funded European work placement as part of this course.
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Email donall.macaodha@gretb.ie
