Advanced Diploma in Video Production

Institute: Institute for the Creative Arts

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: CA4-W06-23
MQF Level: Level 4
Credits: 120 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Placement
Duration: 2 Years

Course Description

This programme is designed for prospective learners who wish to gain theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills and competences in the video production industry. The course, which focuses on hands-on learning, provides the learner with a solid foundation in audiovisual production, including the underlying concepts through practice. The student will also undertake a placement in industry to strengthen their competences in a working environment. Upon successful completion of the course, one can continue studies at degree level or enter the industry with a range of abilities to function in a modern and competitive industry.

Career Prospects

Camera Person,
Video Editor,
Audio Assistant,
Production Assistant,
Production Runner

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
MCAST Diploma in Art and Design
or
MCAST Diploma in Media

OR

4 SEC / SSC&P or equivalent with a Pass Grade / Level 3
or (for holders of Media Literacy at Level 2)
4 SEC / SSC&P or equivalent with a Pass Grade / Level 3 presenting Media Litearcy at Level 2 in addition to the 4 SEC / SSCP subjects – Media Literacy Portfolio needs to be submitted for review and evaluation in view of elgibility

Applicants may be asked to sit for an Interview and/or present a Portfolio.

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

Any possible alternative qualifications (local and European) which may be presented instead of the above clearly set compulsory subjects, must very clearly be evidenced / documented as being equivalent to the set compulsory subjects in terms of Level, volume (in credits), and Content coverage. It will not be possible to consider variances, given the expected preparation and foundations in possession of the applicant asking to be considered for this MQF Level 4 programme of studies.

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Updated: 2025-06-16