Digital Animation & Games Design Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Animation 3-Dimensional Computer Graphics 3D Modelling and Animation Games Analysis Design Image Processing Digital Editing Programming Principles Communications Work Experience Course Description With Ireland’s rich tradition of storytelling, Ireland’s gaming and animation studios have produced internationally acclaimed works, contributing to the nation’s reputation for creativity and innovation. Aspiring animators and game designers will benefit from this course, which emphasises both technical skills and artistic expression, preparing them for a career in an industry that continues to expand and captivate audiences worldwide. Students can use this QQI level 5 programme to gain entry to Year 2 in the DKIT Level 8 BSc in Animation degree. Certification 5M5048 QQI Level 5 Creative Media Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: 2D Animator | 3D Animator | Game Designer | Video Production Editor| 2D/3D Digital Artist | Environment and Character Designer Statistics The Irish animation industry has quadrupled in size over the past decade. The annual salary for Animators is 24K – 64K in Ireland Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DKIT | Animation | Level 8IADT | 3D Animation | Level 8TU Dublin | Games Design | Level 8DKIT | Computing in Games Development | Level 8DKIT | Creative Media | Level 7/ Level 8SETU Carlow | Computing in InteractiveDigital Art and Design | Level 7 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I enjoyed the easy-going attitude in OFI and you can always ask for help or guidance as everyone is so helpful and kind. This course helped me discover what I want to do next in education. I highly recommend this course as it gives you skills and knowledge of what it would be like to make a game. Leanne Rose Creedon Multimedia, Games & VR Graduate, 2020 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Image Processing Digital Photography Photography Techniques Communications Work Experience Digital Movie Processing Documentary Photography Portrait Photography Film Production Course Description Secure your qualification in this dynamic and fast-moving sector and gain a qualification to work in a visual industry with real rewards and influence people’s perceptions daily. It will cover all aspects of photography, film production, editing and design, offering a hands-on, practical experience together with the creation of a high-quality portfolio. Certification 5M2094 QQI Level 5 Photography Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Freelance Photographer/Videographer | Aerial Photography/Video | Photojournalist | PortraitPhotographer | Sports Photographer/Videographer| Magazine Editor | Video Editor |Social Media Manager | eCommerce Photographer | Content Creator | Photo retoucher | Digital Marketing Statistics The average photographer salary in Ireland is €60K per annum Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: TU Dublin | Photography | Level 8Ulster University | Photography with Video | Level 8DkIT | Creative Media | Level 8DkIT | Film and Television Production | Level 8IADT | Photography | Level 8IADT | Film and TV Production | Level 8TUS Limerick | Photography, Film, Video | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I really enjoyed the Photography, Film and Design course and I cannot recommend it enough. Ken alongside the course itself really teaches you the ins and outs of photography, film and design. Regardless of what experience you have, this course caters to everyone. Not only was I given the tools to enter university as a photography student, I was also prepared to enter the work force as a photographer. Overall, the fun and laughs alongside the learning brings the class together and makes everyday an enjoyable experience. I always looked forward to going in and seeing what we would be getting up to that day. Ken is an incredible teacher and this is the perfect PLC course for anyone with a love for all things photography. I enjoyed all aspects of the course, as it was a wide and varied range. If I were to pick a specific module, it would be the main photography module itself, and getting to communicate with classmates with photography, and getting to go outside and learn about making images. There are a wide range of courses with highly qualified and helpful tutors/teachers ready to assist in every aspect of the course you wish to study. When I joined the Photography course, I had a fair idea of shooting with a camera on manual, instead of letting the camera do the work, but as the year progressed. Everything I learned on the course applied in my current job as a sports photographer/picture desk editor with Sportsfile (Ireland’s leading sports photography agency). Communication is huge in my line of work, both with colleagues and with clients in PR (Public Relations) jobs where they wish to have their logo shown in such a way and shot a certain way, and making their imagination a reality, which is not an easy job. I would highly recommend doing the Photography course at any and all ages, if you are wishing to become a professional photographer, or even want to take it up as a hobby, or even take your photography to the next level Ben McShane Photography Graduate Apply Now

Multimedia, Games & VR Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Animation Games Analysis Design 3 Dimensional Computer Graphics 3D Modelling and Animation Digital Editing Image Processing Programming Principles Communications Work Experience Course Description The Irish Games Development and Immersive Entertainment (AR and VR) Industries are rapidly growing. This course is the perfect starting point for anyone who was ever curious how a game is created, wants to create immersive worlds or is interested in the wider world of digital media. Students are introduced to the key skills used in the development of games, VR experiences and multimedia. Certification 5M5048 QQI Level 5 Creative Media Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: VR Specialist | Indie Game Developer | Game QA Tester | 2D/3D Digital Artist | Website Designer | Animator | Video Editor | Computer Programmer Statistics 65 multinational games companies are currently based in Ireland Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DkIT | Augmented and Virtual Reality Development | Level 8DkIT | Computing in Games Development | Level 8TU Dublin | Games Design | Level 8DkIT | Creative Media | Level 7 / Level 8TUS Limerick | Game Design and Development/ Games Art and Design | Level 8SETU Carlow | Computing in Interactive Digital Art and Design | Level 7ATU Sligo | Computing – Games Development – Level 7 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Registration Fee of €30 (non-refundable). A non-refundable Registration fee of €30 will be payable on acceptance of a PLC place. Essential course materials may be required for some courses the cost of which will be borne by the student. All fees are subject to change. All fees must be paid with a Credit/Debit card online. No cash is acceptable. Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I enjoyed the easy-going attitude in OFI and you can always ask for help or guidance as everyone is so helpful and kind. This course helped me discover what I want to do next in education. I highly recommend this course as it gives you skills and knowledge of what it would be like to make a game. Leanne Rose Creedon Multimedia, Games & VR Graduate, 2020 Apply Now

Graphic Design (Portfolio Preparation) Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Drawing Painting Combined Materials Printmaking Graphic Design Skills Design Skills Image Processing Communications Work Experience Course Description Graphic design is a form of communication as well as self-expression. It is about communicating visually in order to inform, educate, entertain or persuade. Students are offered the opportunity to explore aspects of design with a view to identifying strengths and achieving their aims, be it in assembling a portfolio to gain entry to a degree course, or to proceed to employment. Certification 5M1995 QQI Level 5 Graphic Design Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Graphic Design | Animation | Multimedia | Fashion Design | Teaching | Product Design | Interaction Design | Motion Graphics | Interior Design Statistics The average designer salary in Ireland is €52K per annum Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: NCAD | All studio courses | Level 8TU Dublin | Design- Visual Communication | Level 8TU Dublin | Creative Visual Media| Level 7/8IADT | Graphic Design | Level 8IADT | Interaction &User Experience Design| Level 8TUS Limerick | Graphic Design Communication | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I did the Graphic Design course last year and found it to be unbelievably helpful. I found the briefs very enjoyable and exciting, there was always so much room to do what I wanted. I massively improved my skills and it made me a lot more relaxed and confident going to study in college. I am now living in Liverpool studying Graphic Design and Illustration. Hannah Turnbull Graphic Design Graduate, 2021 Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Film Production Television and Film Editing Digital movie processing Scriptwriting Cinematography Camera Operations Media Analysis Image Processing Communications Work Experience Course Description Graduates will gain the skills and competence to work in television studio production crew roles or in single camera crew roles in a managed environment in a range of television and film production contexts. Certification 5M5158 QQI Level 5 Film & Television Production Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Script Writer l Videographer l Video Editor | TV Studio Production Crew | Director Statistics The Film, TV and Animation sector in Ireland is estimated to be worth over €692 million Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: DkIT | Film & Television Production | Level 8Maynooth University | Media Studies | Level 8ATU Letterkenny | Digital Film & Video | Level 7DkIT | Communications in Creative Media | Level 8DkIT | Media Arts & Technologies | Level 7DkIT | Theatre and Film Practice | Level 7 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I returned to education as a mature student to study TV & Film Production. The teachers on my chosen course were brilliant and wanted all the students to have a positive experience. As a mature student I felt the year at Ó Fiaich has prepared me very well for Third Level Education. Kevin McSorley Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Drawing Painting Combined Materials Sculpture  Printmaking Embroidery Design Skills Communications Work Experience Course Description This course is offered to those who are looking to produce an exciting, competitive and creative body of artwork. Students will gain and develop skills in drawing, painting, embroidery, sculpture and various other media. During the course students will explore a broad range of media in an experimental way. Students can use work explored through a personal body of work for portfolio purposes for entry into Art and Design colleges. Certification 5M1984 QQI Level 5 Art, Craft and Design Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Interior Design | Art and Design Education | Textile Design | Fashion Design | Painting | Printmaker | Curator | Graphic Design | Multimedia | Ceramicist Statistics After more than five year’s experience, an Art Director in Ireland can expect a salary of over 65K Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: NCAD | All Studio Courses | Level 8 TU Dublin | Fine Art | Level 8 IADT | Design for Film | Level 8 TUS Limerick | Art & Design – Common Entry | Level 8 TUS Limerick | Art & Design Teacher Education | Level 8 Cardiff Metropolitan University| Artist Designer: Maker | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS The course taught me how to explore many different creative genres and techniques. It also helped me prepare my portfolio for the National College of Art and Design. I received over 600 points for my portfolio and am now studying Fine Art and Education. I will be a fully qualified Art teacher when I graduate. I highly recommend this course because of how helpful it is and how it prepares you for working independently in college. The people you meet are also great. Evelina Sopule 2021, Art, Craft and Design Apply Now

Apply Now Course Content Progression Course Fees Testimonials Share this course Course Content Media Ethics and Legal Framework Media Industry Awareness Communications Work Experience Television & Video Studio Production Digital Video Processing & Production Documentary Production Editing Practices & Techniques Scriptwriting for Film & Televison Drama Film & Digital Video Production Course Description This course is designed for those who wish to up-skill for employment or prepare a portfolio for TV and Film or Media Studies in higher education. Students will gain practical hands on experience, learn about the Film industry and have full access to the Adobe Creative Suite for the duration of the course. Certification 5M2094 QQI Level 5 Photography Career Opportunities Graduates progress to employment in various areas including: Script Writer l Videographer l Video Editor | TV Studio Production Crew | Director | DigitalContent Creator Statistics The Film, TV and Animation sector in Ireland comprises 11,960 jobs across the economy Apply Now Progression to degrees Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including: TU Dublin | Photography | Level 8 Ulster University | Photography with Video | Level 8 DkIT | Creative Media | Level 8 DkIT | Film and Television Production | Level 8 IADT | Photography | Level 8 IADT | Film and TV Production | Level 8 TUS Limerick | Photography, Film, Video | Level 8 Apply Now Fees For The Academic Year 2024 – 2025 All courses have a Deposit of €30 (non-refundable) . Registration fee €70. Total Fees – €100   Apply Now PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I enjoyed all aspects on the course including Digital and Film Processing, Digital Movie Processing, History of Photography. There are excellent tutors and facilities with comprehensive notes. Following on from my year in Ó Fiaich Institute as a mature student, I received a place at Ulster University to study Photography and Video. I would highly recommend this programme to anyone with an interest in visual media, be it stills photography or video production and for anyone wishing to pursue 3rd level education, a PLC course provides great preparation and insight to what lies ahead. Liam Duffner Photography Graduate I enjoyed all aspects of the course, as it was a wide and varied range. If I were to pick a specific module, it would be the main photography module itself, and getting to communicate with classmates with photography, and getting to go outside and learn about making images. There are a wide range of courses with highly qualified and helpful tutors/teachers ready to assist in every aspect of the course you wish to study. When I joined the Photography course, I had a fair idea of shooting with a camera on manual, instead of letting the camera do the work, but as the year progressed. Everything I learned on the course applied in my current job as a sports photographer/picture desk editor with Sportsfile (Ireland’s leading sports photography agency). Communication is huge in my line of work, both with colleagues and with clients in PR (Public Relations) jobs where they wish to have their logo shown in such a way and shot a certain way, and making their imagination a reality, which is not an easy job. I would highly recommend doing the Photography course at any and all ages, if you are wishing to become a professional photographer, or even want to take it up as a hobby, or even take your photography to the next level. Ben McShane Photography Graduate Apply Now