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Welcome to NMTC

NMTC was set up in 2000 to offer highly specialised programmes in digital media. Since then, the College has expanded the range of courses to include Film, Photography, Music, Performing Arts and Interactive Media. We offer a wide range of accredited programmes including Edexcel, BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council), City & Guilds and FETAC.

At NMTC we maintain professional production facilities on-site and organise work placements with leading industry specialists. Expert course instructors and guest lecturers guarantee that students are kept up-to-date with the latest industry techniques. NMTC encourages a dynamic work ethic which has lead to a highly productive and successful student body. Staff and students have won a number of prestigious awards including the Golden Spiders Irish Internet Awards, Digital Media Awards and Irish Professional Photographers Association Awards. Student films have premiered at festivals in Europe and the US. The College maintains close links with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) in Geneva. We created a 3D animated logo for the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest.

Students are encouraged to present their work online via the college website and various social networing sites. This online presence significantly helps students achieve success in securing full-time employment in their chosen industry.

The College organises events throughout the year where students can meet and form lasting professional and social relationships. Many graduates have set up successful media production partnerships.NMTC is located in the heart of Dublin city centre, adjacent to St. Stephen’s Green. Students can access the excellent resources, history and vibrant social life of this beautiful city.

Dr Kelly McErleanDirector

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LOCATION

The campus is located at 13 Harcourt Street in Dublin’s city centre. The location is ideal in terms of public transport with easy access to bus, rail and the new light rail (LUAS) services.

CONTACT INFORMATION New Media Technology College13 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2 p: +353 1 4780905 f : +353 1 4780922 e: [email protected] w: www.nmtc.ie

Full-Time Courses Page

BTEC HND in Photography 3BTEC HND in Media (Moving Image) 4BTEC HND in 3d Design 5BTEC HND in Computer Game Animation 6BTEC HND in Media (Journalism) 7BTEC HND in Business and IT 8FETAC - Certifi cate in Interactive Media 9FETAC - Certifi cate in Film Production 10FETAC - Certifi cate in Music Technlology 11FETAC - Certifi cate in Photography 12FETAC - Certifi cate in Business 13FETAC - Certifi cate in Performing Arts 14FETAC - Certifi cate in Information Technology 15

Portfolio Preparation Courses 16 Advanced Computer Technology Certifi cate 17Com puter Network Professional Certifi cate 18Part-Time Courses 19-21International Student Offi ce 22Student Life 23

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Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on previous qualifications and work experience.

Course Overview

This course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue a professional Photographic career. The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years. All necessary equipment is provided by the college - darkroom, chemicals, medium / large format cameras, computer workstations, software, scanning and printing equipment. Students must have access to both film and digital 35mm SLR cameras. College staff are available to advise on suitable purchases.To gain maximum benefit from the course each student will be required to purchase film, photographic paper and inkjet paper in some quantity throughout the year. Candidates are required to secure and undertake a Work Placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

Course Syllabus• Professional Studies• Photographic Techniques• Computers in Photography• Historical and Contextual Referencing• Critical Study• Business Practice• Materials, Techniques and Technology• Darkroom Practice• Studio Practice• Digital Imaging• Creating Digital Images• Fashion Photography• Location Photography• Interpreting Images• Advertising Photography• Visual Language in Photography

Progression

Participants may progress from this programme to:• Degree programmes• A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading industry personnel and professional photographers.

Higher National Diploma in Photography

2yrs Full-Time

BTEC Photography

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Higher National Diploma in Media

(Moving Image)

2yrs Full-Time

Course Overview

This course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue a professional Film / Television career. Students will participate in a range of business orientated modules.The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years. All necessary facilities are provided by the college including workstations and cameras. Industry guest lectures will be organised throughout the year.

Course Syllabus

• Contextual Studies• Media Industries• Research Techniques• Media Project• Production Management• Practical Skills (Moving Image)• Career Development (Moving Image)• Film Studies• Sound for the Moving Image• Camera and Lighting Workshop• Video Editing

• Producer (Moving Image)• Director (Moving Image)• Film and Television Documentary• Scriptwriting (Fiction) for Television and Film• Work Experience in the Media Industries

Progression

Participants may progress from this programme to:

• Degree programmes • A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading film makers / production companies to ensure students acquire a wide range of employable skills.

BTEC Media (Moving Image)

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BTEC

Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on their previous qualifications. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

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BTEC 3D Design

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Higher National Diploma in 3D Design 2yrs Full-Time

Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on previous qualifications and work experience.

Course Overview

This course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue a professional 3D design career. Intake is strictly limited to 15 places.The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years.

Course Syllabus

• Visual Communication in Art and Design• Ideas Generation and Development in Art and Design• Contextual and Cultural Referencing in Art and Design• Professional Practice in Art and Design• Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation• Research Project• Work-based Experience• Specialist 3D Technology and Processes• 3D Computer Modelling and Animation• Art, Design and Media Practice within the Digital Environment

Progression

Participants may progress from this programme to:• Degree programmes• A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading 3D designers / digital film post-production companies to ensure students acquire a wide range of employable skills.NMTC has an excellent success rate in graduate employment.

BTEC

• Video Production• Studio Practice in Photography• Managing a Creative Business• Digital Media in Art and Design

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BTEC Game Animation

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Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production (Computer Game Animation)

2yrs Full-Time

Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on previous qualifications and work experience.

Course OverviewThis course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue a professional Computer Game Animation career.Intake is strictly limited to 15 places.The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years.

Course Syllabus

• Contextual Studies for Creative Media Production• Research Techniques for Creative Media Production• Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation• Special Subject Investigation for Creative Media Production• Practical Skills for Computer Game Animation• Computer Game Studies • Career Development for the Computer Games Industry• Drawing Techniques for Computer Game Concept Art• 3D Modelling for Computer Games

• 3D Animation for Computer Games• Rendering and Lighting for Computer Games Animation• 3D Character Animation for Computer Games• Work Experience in the Creative Media Sector• 2D Digital Graphics for Computer Games• 2D Digital Animation for Computer Games• Computer Game Platform Fundamentals

Progression

Participants may progress from this programme to:• Degree programmes• A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading industry personnel and IT companies. Industry professionals deliver guest lectures throughout the course.NMTC has an excellent success rate in graduate employment.

BTEC

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BTEC Media (Journalism)

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Higher National Diploma in Media

(Journalism)2yrs Full-Time

Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on previous qualifications and work experience.

Course Overview

This course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue a professional career in Journalism.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years.

Course Syllabus

• Contextual Studies

• Media Industries

• Research Techniques

• Media Project

• Production Management

• Practical Skills (Journalism)

• Career Development (Journalism)

• Journalism Studies

• Radio Journalism

• Multimedia Web Authoring

• Photojournalism

• Camera and Lighting Workshop

• Video Editing

• Features for Print

• Film and Television Documentary

• Work Experience in the Media

IndustriesProgression

Participants may progress from this programme to:

• Degree programmes

• A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading broadcast media / print journalism companies to ensure students acquire a wide range of employable skills.

BTEC

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BTEC Business (IT)

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Higher National Diploma in Business(Information Technology) 2yrs Full-Time

Start Date: October

Qualifications: BTEC Higher National Diploma

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on previous qualifications and work experience.

Course Overview

This course is suitable for candidates who wish to pursue an IT career within the Business sector. Intake is strictly limited to 15 places.The course requires full-time attendance for a period of two years.

Course Syllabus

• Marketing• Managing Financial Resources and Decisions• Organisations and Behaviour• Business Environment• Common Law I• Business Decision Making• Business Strategy• Research Project• Information Systems• Networking Concepts• Multimedia Design and Authoring• Website Design• Networking Technology• Ms Office Development• System Analysis• Industry Experience

Progression

Participants may progress from this programme to:• Degree programmes• A wide range of industry positions

Employment Prospects

NMTC works closely with leading industry personnel and IT companies. Industry professionals deliver guest lectures throughout the course.NMTC has an excellent success rate in graduate employment.

BTEC

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Interactive Media

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Certificate in Interactive Media Production1yr Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Multimedia Production

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Multimedia Production

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of multimedia production techniques. Students will be given the opportunity to learn key design and authoring skills for web and multimedia development. The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. All facilities are provided by the college – computer workstations, scanning equipment, website hosting facilities, software & hardware. The course includes a period of work experience for suitable candidates.

Course Syllabus

The course educates students in the following areas:• Design• Multimedia Authoring• Multimedia Project Development• Digital Movie Processing• Web Authoring• Communications• Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace• Work Experience

Employment Prospects

On satisfactory completion of the course, candidates can apply via CAO to take a place in a number of related National Certificate, National Diploma and BSc. courses in a number of the Institutes of Technology as well as in private colleges.

FETAC

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Film Production

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FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Tv & Film Production

Certificate in Film Production

1yr Full-Time

Start Date: October

QualificationsFETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in TV & Film Production

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of digital film production practice and theory. Students will be given opportunities to experiment with new visual ideas and concepts.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year.All necessary equipment is provided by the college - including workstations, cameras, sound and lighting equipment. Candidates are required to secure and undertake a work placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

Course Syllabus

• Media Analysis

• Film Production

• Communications

• Editing for TV and Video

• Safety and Health at Work

• Personal Effectiveness in the

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• Business Administration

• Work Experience

All students will participate in the production of several short films. Students will be placed in groups by the College to work on film projects.

Employment Prospects

The programme is suitable for candidates who wish to work within the film/video and new media production sectors. The course will also act as

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Music Technology

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Certificate in Music Technology

1yr Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Radio Production

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Radio Production

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of radio programme production, audio editing, midi audio sequencing, effects processing and studio recording.

The programme is suitable for those who wish to work within the Radio / Music Production sector. The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third-level programmes.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. All necessary equipment is provided by the college including workstations and sound recording equipment. Candidates are required to secure and undertake a work placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

Course Syllabus

• Media Analysis

• Radio Programme Production

• Sound Engineering and Production

• Business Administration

• Safety and Health at Work

• Communications

• Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace

• Work Experience

Employment Prospects

Students will participate in experimental and creative projects wnd

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Photography

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Certificate in Photography

1yr year Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Media Production

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Media Production

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of the latest media production techniques. Students will be given the opportunity to learn key theoretical content and experiment with traditional and digital visual production techniques. The programme is suitable for candidates who wish to work within the Photographic sector. The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third-level programmes.The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. All necessary equipment is provided by the college - darkroom, chemicals, medium / large format cameras, computer workstations, software, scanning printing equipment. Students must have access to both film and digital 35mm SLR cameras. College staff are available to advise on suitable purchases.Candidates are required to secure and undertake a Work Placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

To gain maximum benefit from the course each student will be required to purchase film, photographic paper and inkjet paper in some quantity throughout the year.

Course Syllabus• Media Analysis

• Photography

• Image Processing

• Business Administration

• Safety & Health at Work

• Communications

• Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace

• Work Experience

Progression

On satisfactory completion of the course, candidates can apply via CAO to take a place in a number of related National Certificate, National Diploma and BSc. courses in Institutes of Technology and private colleges.

FETAC

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Business & Administration

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Certifi cate In Business Studies (Administration)1yr Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on their previous qualifications. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of best practice in business administration.

Students will participate in a range of business orientated modules.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. All facilities are provided by the college including workstations and business administration software. Industry guest lectures will be organised throughout the year.

Course Syllabus

• Business Administration

• Database Methods

• Bookkeeping manual and Computerised

• Computer Applications

• Information Technology Skills

• Marketing Practice

• Communications

• Safety and Health at Work

• Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace

• Work Experience

Employment Prospects

The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third level programmes.

FETAC

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Performing Arts

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Certificate in Performing Arts

1yr Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award

FETAC

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Performing Arts

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This certifi cate is intended to provide students with professional training in a variety of performance skills.

This course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. The college stages a number of theatre productions each year in which all Performing Arts students will participate. Candidates are required to secure and undertake a work placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

Course Syllabus

• Media Analysis

• Theatre Performance

• Kinesiology

• Theatre Studies

• Theatre History

• Communications

• Safety and Health at Work

• Work Experience

Employment Prospects

The programme is suitable for those who wish to work with the Performing Arts / Entertainment sector. The course will also act as a foundation year for revelant third-level programmes.

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Information Technology

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Certificate in Information Technology

1yr Full-Time

FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Information Technology

Start Date: October

Qualifications: FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 award in Information Technology

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course OverviewThis certificate is intended to give students a comprehensive overview of the IT sector.

Students will participate in a range of IT-related modules encompassing a wide range of technologies.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year. All facilities are provided by the college including workstations and other IT facilities including the industry standard software. Candidates are required to secure and undertake a work placement during the year as part of the Work Experience module.

Course Syllabus

• Computer Architecture and Systems

• Computer Programming

• The Internet

• Web Authoring

• Communications

• Safety and Health at Work

• Personal Effectiveness in the Workplace

• Work Experience

Employment Prospects

The programme is suitable for those who wish to work within the IT sector. The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third- level programmes.

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Portfolio Preparation

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Portfolio Preparation Courses

NMTC Diploma

Start Date: October

Duration: 1 year

Qualifications: NMTC Diploma

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Start Date: October

Duration: 17 Weeks (Part-Time)

Qualifications: NMTC Certificate

Entry Requirements: An interest in the subject is essential. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

This Diploma in Multimedia Production is aimed at students who would like to progress onto Degree programmes in the area of digital media. The course will provide students with knowledge of :

• Multimedia Production • Art & Design • Photography • Film Production • Games Design • 3D Design • Music Technology

Also included are CV preparation, Cover Letter & Interview Skills, discussions with University representatives & guest lectures from Industry professionals. The course requires attendance for a period of one year.All necessary equipment is provided by the college - including workstations, cameras, sound and lighting equipment.

Course Overview

This course is specifically designed to prepare second-level students and those with day-time commitments to build a portfolio for admission into College or University. A range of subjects will be covered to enable participants to apply to courses in:

• Multimedia • Art & Design • Photography • Film Production • Architecture

Also included are CV preparation, Cover Letter & Interview Skills. Information will be provided on courses, application procedures and deadlines.All necessary equipment is provided by the college - including workstations and software. Students will need to purchase a small amount of course materials (notebooks, paper, art materials).

Diploma in Multimedia Production Digital Media Portfolio Preparation

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Computer Technology

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Advanced Computer Technology

Certificate

1yr Full-Time

Start Date: October

Qualifications:City & Guilds Certificate

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on their previous qualifications. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course Overview

Participants on this course will learn significant computer and programming skills and will extend their academic ability through intensive projects.

Students will participate in practical projects using industry-standard programming technologies.

The programme meets the needs of those who wish to work within the field of computer administration and programming. The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third-level programmes.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year.All facilities are provided by the college - including workstations, networking equipment and relevant software.Industry guest lectures will be organised throughout the year.

Course Syllabus

• Introduction to the Computer

• Introduction to Web/Internet

• Programing Concepts

• C++

• VB.net

• Database Concept

• Microsoft Access

On completion of the course students will have developed a comprehensive knowledge of programming concepts and related disciplines. Students will also have a thorough understanding of database concepts and design techniques. Students will learn to develop programs and databases using C++ VB.net and MS Access.

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Computer Network Professional

Certificate

1yr Full-Time1yr Full-Time1yr

Start Date: October

Qualifications:City & Guilds Certificate

Entry Requirements: Candidates will be assessed on their previous qualifications. Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

Course OverviewParticipants on this course will learn signifi cant network installation and maintenance skills and will extend their academic ability through intensive network development projects.

Students will participate in practical projects using industry-standard networking technologies.

The programme meets the needs of those who wish to work within the fi eld of network installation and maintenance. The course will also act as a foundation year for relevant third-level programmes.

The course requires full-time attendance for a period of one year.All facilities are provided by the college -including workstations, networking equipment and relevant software.Industry guest lectures will be organised throughout the year.

Course Syllabus

• Introduction to the Computer Network

• Network Protocols

• TCP/IP

• Implementing,Managing and Troubleshooting

• Hardware Devices and Drivers

• Network Security

• Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure• LAN/WAN Networks• Migrating to High Performance LAN• Fibre Optic Systems• Developing Internet and

Intranet Firewall Applications

On completion of the course students will have developed a network both in teams and as individuals. Students will also have a thorough understanding of PC confi guration and troubleshooting. Students will learn to develop networks utilising Windows, Linux and Unix networking protocols.

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PART-TIME COURSES

NMTC is Ireland’s leading provider of new media training programmes.NMTC offers a variety of short courses for those interested in improving their skills on a part-time basis.Our courses cater for all skill levels from beginner to expert.Tutored by industry professionals, these classes provide an excellent opportunity to acquire new skills and to improve existing ones. The wide range of topics covered includes photography, digital video, music technology animation and web design.Maximum class size for all evening courses is 10 students. Small class sizes allow sufficient time for tutors to address any problems students encounter on a one to one basis. Every student has their own workstation and access to a wide range of audiovisual production facilities.Emphasis is placed on providing students with a clear understanding of industry best practice. However, experimentation and creativity are actively encouraged. All courses are certified by City and Guilds.On satisfactory completion, candidates receive a City & Guilds Profile of Achievement Certificate.

Part Time Courses last 6 weeks (3hrs per week) Evenings - 6.30pm to 9.30pmSaturdays 10.00am - 1pm or 2pm - 5pm.

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NMTC Part-Time Courses

6Weeks - 3hrs per week - 1 Eve / Sat

Web Design

This course has been designed for participants who are looking to learn more about web development applications.On completion of the course, participants will be familiar with various Adobe web design

products, HTML and JavaScript.

3D Studio Max

This course provides users with training in the digital modelling and effects software application 3D Studio Max. Students will receive a comprehensive overview of the software and its capabilities.

Advanced Adobe Photoshop

This course provides users with advanced training in Adobe Photoshop, the leading image manipulation software. This is an advanced level course. You should have completed our Digital Imaging course prior to this one or have been using Photoshop for some time.

Adobe Photoshop

The world’s top-selling graphics package, Photoshop is incredibly powerful. Learn how to create images from scratch, scan and correct photographs and output image fi les for both print and the Web.

Comprehensive evening course outlines are available from our website

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NMTC Part-Time Courses

6Weeks - 3hrs per week - 1 Eve / Sat

B/W Photography

This course is aimed at participants who wish to learn more about the art of traditional B & W photography. It will also be of interest to those who who wish to learn how to use a 35mm SLR camera; learn about lighting techniques; learn hvow to develop and print their own B&W photographs.

Adobe After Effects

This course is suitable for anyone wishing to learn digital effects creation using After Effects.Training will be given in the use of After Effects for the creation of titles and basic effects. Students will gain hands on experience of 2D and 3D compositing techniques, animation, titles, graphic overlays, masking and colour correction.

Digital Video Production

This course has been designed for participants who are looking to learn more about applications of digital technology within traditional fi lm and video production. The course will involve the development, production and edit of a short fi lm, with participants working in small groups.

DSLR HD Filmmaking

This course provides users with advanced training in digital fi lmmaking using a DLSR camera with HD video capabilities. The latest HDSLR cameras require fi lmmakers to think in terms of cinematography rather than videography. By learning the fundamentals of cinematic-style shooting, DSLR operators can create the HDSLR aesthetic or ‘fi lm look’.

Adobe Flash

Flash is the leading web animation package. Learn how to create graphics, animate them and control how they behave through this timeline-based tool used for creating animated websites, banners, games and presentations.

Comprehensive evening course outlines are available from our website

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT OFFICE

Our international students enjoy their time in Dublin immensely. In recent years the city has become increasingly multicultural. Its busy social scene and sense of history make for a very pleasant stay.

NMTC is proud to support a vibrant multicultural student body. International students have greatly enriched the tapestry of student life for all. Their impact is seen in the formation of a competitive cricket team, fi lm productions and diverse music projects.

Recent graduates have completed FETAC and City & Guilds accredited courses in Interactive Media, Music Technology, Photography, Networking Professional and Advanced Computers.

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STUDENT LIFE

Dublin is one of the most vibrant and culturally dynamic cities in Europe. We have a long history of great literary and academic figures including Joyce, Yeats, Behan and Swift. The Irish film industry has produced many successful movies which have received international recognition. The arts sector in Dublin has always encouraged and cultivated great talent and innovation.

Dublin city offers much to the prospective student including a varied social and cultural calendar.

Cosmopolitan bars and traditional Irish pubs can be found on every street in the city centre. Dublin also offers ethnic cuisines including Moroccan, Cuban, Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese and Creole.

Culturally, the arts scene in Ireland is vibrant. Established galleries include IMMA, Hugh Lane and the National Gallery. Independent galleries in Temple Bar, the Quays and around Merrion Square provide plenty to feed the artistic appetite. Dublin is home to many famous theatres including The Gate, The Abbey, and The Gaiety. Dublin offers an eclectic range of musical styles . The city has a number of excellent cinemas including an arthouse cinema.

NMTC students can avail of discounts on travel, eating out, cinema tickets and clothes on presentation of their student card.

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New Media Technology College13 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2

e: [email protected]: www.nmtc.ie

p: +353 (0)1 4780905f: +353 (0)1 4780922