Creative Broadcast and Film Production – BSc

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Technological University of the Shannon - Moylish Campus

Program Overview

The Creative Broadcast and Film Production BSc at TUS is a hands-on, industry-focused degree that gives you real skills in film, TV, and media production — from camera work and editing to screenwriting, radio, and visual storytelling. It’s ideal for creative storytellers and aspiring media professionals who want to build a versatile portfolio and step into careers across broadcast, digital media, and film.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
In your first year, you’ll build a solid foundation in the core tools of media production. You’ll learn essential Broadcast Production Techniques, Digital Photography, Editing, and Film Studies, while modules like Sound Fundamentals and Screenwriting & Digital Storytelling sharpen both your technical and creative instincts. You’ll also begin understanding how media works in context through Media Management and Post-Production as well as communication skills that are vital in collaborative production environments.

Year 2
Year two deepens your craft with bigger creative challenges and team projects. You’ll make Short Screen Productions, explore Screen Lighting and Cinematography, and enhance your visual communication in Visual Storytelling. Alongside this, Creative Editing and Production Sound refine your technical expertise, while Professional & Portfolio Development prepares you to present work that stands out in the real world.

Year 3
In your final year, you’ll transition into professional practice with advanced modules like Studios & Outside Broadcast, VFX Compositing, Sound for Film, and Film, Cinematography and Post-Production, where you apply your skills at the next level. The semester culminates in a Media Production and Technology Placement Practice, giving you valuable industry experience and connections that can launch your career straight from university.

Focus Areas

Film & TV production, broadcast technologies, visual storytelling, sound design, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, media practice, and professional portfolio development.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to independently produce and edit media content, apply industry production standards, tell compelling visual stories, collaborate in creative teams, and confidently present a professional portfolio to employers or clients.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This is an official Level 7 undergraduate degree recognised under the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), with progression options into Level 8 Honours degrees such as the honours BSc in the same subject.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

TUS is known for its strong industry connections and practical learning opportunities, especially in creative fields. Graduates go on to roles such as camera and sound operators, editors, visual effects animators, event producers, and multimedia specialists, showcasing excellent employability across film, broadcast, and digital media.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At TUS, Creative Broadcast and Film Production isn’t just about theory — it’s about doing. From day one, you work with real production tools, shoot original material, edit projects, and collaborate on creative briefs that mirror what happens in the industry. As part of the Digital Arts and Media Department within the Limerick School of Art and Design community, you’ll have access to specialist labs, studios, editing suites, and sound facilities where you learn by making, experimenting, and showcasing your work. In your final year, you take what you’ve built into the professional world with a full-semester industry placement, giving you real experience before you graduate.

With that practical focus, you’ll engage in:

Hands-on production and post-production: using broadcast and filmmaking equipment to shoot projects, learning digital photography and cinematography techniques, and practicing creative sound design and editing in dedicated suites.
Group and interdisciplinary project work: many modules, such as Short Screen Production and Visual Storytelling, involve collaborative shoots, team editing, and creative decision-making that mirror real studio environments.
In-house Production Unit opportunities: structured industry work practice within TUS gives you the chance to take part in student-led productions and contribute to festival-ready films.
Year 3 placement/practice: a full semester of media production placement or work practice connects you with film, digital media, or broadcast organisations to build professional networks and CV-worthy experience.
Broadcast, radio, and event production experiences: modules like Radio Documentary and Podcast Production and Event Creation, Management & Marketing give you real outputs and portfolios.
Industry engagement and live briefs: guest talks, festival screenings, campus showcases, and creative briefs bring you into conversation with professionals and help you test your work beyond the classroom.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from this Creative Broadcast and Film Production degree go into exciting roles in film, broadcast, and media, where they can work on real productions, build creative portfolios, and make connections that open doors in the industry. Typical job outcomes include roles as camera operators, editors and post-production specialists, sound engineers, and multimedia content creators:

University Careers & Employability support – TUS’s dedicated Careers & Employability service offers one-to-one career guidance, workshops, placement preparation, and employer presentations to help you refine your CV, polish interview skills, and connect with recruiters. They also support work placements across a wide range of industries, helping you build valuable experience before you graduate.
Outstanding employment success – TUS consistently has one of the highest graduate employment rates in Ireland, with many graduates securing jobs within months of finishing their studies and earning competitive starting salaries.
Industry recognition and partnerships – The university works closely with regional and national employers, inviting companies to recruit on campus and engage with students through events, placements, and projects that often lead to job opportunities.
Practical work placements – Year 3 includes a full-semester industry placement or work practice that gives you real experience, professional contacts, and a stronger footing in the job market after graduation.
Accreditation and long-term value – As an official Level 7 degree recognised within the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, this programme provides a solid foundation for professional credibility and future career growth.
Graduation outcomes – Graduates enter creative and technical roles in film and television, radio, visual effects, live events, and multimedia content production, with many building portfolios that help them grow their careers year after year.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you can continue your studies by progressing to a Level 8 honours degree in Creative Broadcast and Film Production or related media fields. This path deepens your technical skills and creative expertise, sets you up for more advanced roles in the media industry, and may also open doors to postgraduate study, such as specialised Masters programmes, if you want to focus on advanced production, research, or creative leadership.