Diploma in Film Production Full Time
Faculty: Film Production
Duration: 1 Year Full Time
Delivery: On Campus
Certification: Pulse College Diploma
Start Date: October 5th 2026
Course Director: David Toolan
Fees: Please Refer to ‘Fees’ Section Below
This ambitious and wide-ranging course has been designed in conjunction with experienced and award-winning industry professionals. The curriculum will combine both theory and practice, with a strong emphasis on encouraging the development of hands-on skills in all forms of media storytelling, broadcast and online.
In addition to the core subjects, masterclasses will be delivered throughout the year. Here students will be introduced to some of Ireland’s most experienced filmmakers, from cinematographers to directors, producers to editors, all of whom will share their expertise and experience in the world of film and media. In this way, students will learn from a network of artists, producers and practitioners.
COURSE CONTENT
This programme will be delivered by practicing industry professionals from disciplines including screenwriting, direction, production, sound, cinematography, production design and post-production.
Explore different genres, learn the technical skills, exercise your craft and most of all find your voice through film. Pulse College’s multi award winning tutors will be there to mentor you every step of the way. This hands-on, technical programme will give you the tools you need to follow your passion and make it a success.
Alumni have gone on to establish their own production companies and have produced work that has appeared at numerous international film festivals.
Throughout this stimulating and rewarding course, you learn a variety of technical and creative production skills. Students will produce a wide variety of professional quality work, from commercial productions, film trailers, music videos, short films, documentaries and much more.
Classes will take place on campus:
Tuesday – Friday 10am-5pm
* Please note the timetable is subject to change
Key Course Elements
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Write and develop your screenplays for short films
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Develop, shoot and create commercials
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Explore the world of creative documentary
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Discover the elements of music video production
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Learn the core skills of department industry heads, such as cinematographer, sound recordist, editor, producer, director, gaffer and much more
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Shoot your projects in Ultra HD using a variety of high-tech cameras e.g 4K Blackmagic URSA Cinema Camera
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Professional ARRI and Kino Flo lighting rigs
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Break into the world of gripping with our advanced Dolly and Track system, Flag and Net kits, C-Stand inventory and much more
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Colour grade and edit your creations with the industry-standard DaVinci Resolve
DETAILED COURSE CONTENT
Course Modules
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Short Film and Documentary Production
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Screenwriting
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Direction
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Producing for film & television industries
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Production Design
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Music Video Production
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Sound Design Sound
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Cinematography
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Editing Techniques
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Photography
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Da Vinci Resolve
Programme modules and content are subject to on going quality assurance reviews and will evolve to reflect educational and industry developments.
Further Progression
On completion of this programme, you will be able to progress into a variety of roles within the film and media industries including producing and directing, camera and lighting, editing and sound production.
At the end of the programme, you will have built up an extensive portfolio demonstrating your technical, artistic and professional abilities, giving you the cutting edge needed to gain employment in this exciting and varied industry.
Course Director: David Toolan
David Toolan is an award winning film maker from Athlone Ireland who has ten year’s experience making and producing films. A graduate of the National Film School at IADT, David majored in producing and minored in documentary direction.
He has worked in multiple studios including IADT, Eir sports, and Virgin media and on a wide variety of television shows and documentaries including The Tonight Show, The Six O’Clock Show, Tír na nÓg, The Hunger, Takeaway titans, Teach Spraoi and many more. David is also an accomplished short film producer with six producer credits and two more production manager credits to his name. “Poison” a film David produced, won best film at the Ranelagh Arts film festival back in 2025.
David also started the Athlone film festival and is still the festival director today and has worked as a freelance cinematographer, director, and 360 film maker. David also has had many teaching engagements in film making skills with TUS (Technical University Shannon), IADT, Pulse college, and the Marist college Athlone. Before now taking the position of Programme Director for Pulse colleges film course.
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HOW TO APPLY
Admissions
This course is a direct application course and includes an interview.
Applications are taken through the Application Form below. Upon receiving your application form our admissions team will contact you to schedule your course interview.
The programme is designed for all ages (over 17 years of age) and skill levels, whether you are new to the industry, looking to up-skill, or wanting to learn new skills and enhance your career options within the film industry. No industry experience is required and applicants may be accepted without formal academic qualifications.
If you have a portfolio of work, please do feel free to send this over prior to, or bring this to your interview on the day too; Please note this is not a mandatory requirement.
All students must demonstrate a strong level of computer literacy. Students are also required to provide their own hard drive and over-ear headphones.
Educational Requirements
A proven interest in film and television production, and an interest in related creative media Arts. Basic knowledge of computers (either Mac or PC) and video/audio software will be helpful, but not essential before starting the course.
Interview
This course requires an informal interview as part of your application.
FEES
Irish / EU (Residing in Ireland)
Total Course Fee
€7,990
Flexible Payment Option
Deposit: €800 (payable upon acceptance onto the course, following interview)
Enrolment Fee: €3,500 (payable in September)
Installments: 4 payments of €922.50 (Oct – Jan)
International / EU (living outside of Ireland)
This course is not recognised on the ILEP and therefore not available for international student application.