Professional Certificate in Digital Photography and Visual Media
Course Overview
Elevate your photography skills and techniques with our 10-week Certificate in Digital Photography Course and take your craft to the next level.
Led by tutors with over twenty years of expertise in academic instruction and industry practice, this course is ideal for beginners, aspiring photographers, anyone seeking a new creative outlet, content creators, bloggers, vloggers, social media influencers and small business owners.
This will suit individuals who are passionate about photography and eager to transition from basic to in-depth skills.
The course is certified by Griffith College. This course focuses on the development of professional skills and does not sit on the national framework.
Why Study the Professional Certificate in Digital Photography and Visual Media at Griffith College?
- Practical sessions in a state-of-the-art studio.
- Engage in hands-on exercises and real-world projects.
- Acquire essential skills to excel in photography and moving images.
- Immediate application of theory through practice and group work.
- Comprehensive Curriculum covers everything from camera basics to professional printing.
- Enhance technical skills to gain a better understanding of visual storytelling techniques in photography.
- Identify and utilise various lighting conditions for enhanced images.
- Develop a keen eye for composition and visual storytelling techniques.
- Develop skills in moving image production techniques, including camera operation, framing, and basic editing.
- Understand the importance of branding, visual identity and copyright in media production.
Intakes Dates
- Dublin - Part-Time - October 2025
Course Details
Course Content
- Learn how to operate DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) cameras proficiently, including manual mode and exposure settings, and use additional equipment to achieve desired results.
- The course covers how different lighting conditions affect photography, and the application of photographic techniques in visual media.
- Understand how to capture images, select optimal file sizes, and develop skills in moving image production, including camera operation and basic editing.
- Creativity, composition, and visual storytelling are demonstrated while also covering branding, visual identity, and copyright in media production.
Timetables
Timetable
This course is scheduled to commence 28th October 2025 at Griffith College Dublin's Main Campus. This part-time evening course will run one Tuesday evening per week from 6 pm to 9.30 pm over 10 weeks and 3 Saturdays* from 10 am to 1 pm; see the course dates outlined below.
Year 2025
Oct: 28
Nov: 01*, 04, 11, 18, 25
Dec: 02, 06*, 09, 16
Jan: 06, 10*, 13
*Saturday Class
Contact professionalacademy@griffith.ie for further information.
How to Apply
Entry Requirements
Mature Students (Over 23 Years)
Direct entry
Under 23 Years
5 O6/H7 grades in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award.
OR
FETAC Level 5 Full Award
English Language
It is recommended that applicants have a good understanding of both written and spoken English.
*Non-native English speakers are not required to submit a copy of IELTs test results or take an English-level test as part of the application process.
Photography Equipment
Learners must acquire the following:
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual controls
- The camera’s manual
- Fully charged battery
- An empty memory card
- External hard drive (recommended)
- Lightweight tripod (for some classes, if owned, not essential)
- External flash (for some classes, if owned)
- Adobe Software for use off-campus - Available at student rate (approx. €20 per month)
Fees
Please note that not all study modes may be offered at all times; for confirmation, refer to the Intake dates on the Overview tab.
Tuition Fees
Study Mode: Part-Time
Dublin Main Campus
EUR 1,190.00
Progression
Graduates from this programme may be interested in progressing to the Bachelor of Arts in Photographic Media within Griffith College, subject to satisfying the entry requirements, where necessary.
