Crawford College of Art and Design

This Friday MTU Crawford College of Art & Design invites you to come and see our host of activities by MTU alumni, students, staff and invited artists at our iconic 19th century building - part of MTU CCAD Campus at 46 Grand Parade, Cork City, T12 VN56 an exciting evening not to be missed.

Our doors are open from 5-9pm as part of Cork City Culture Night 2024. This is a free event and all are welcome!

Visit:

https://arts.mtu.ie

Visit our website to listen to the programme team share what you will learn on our Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Media Design and Development. Whether you’re looking to boost your current skill set or take the first step towards a new career, delivered 100% online, this certificate will give you a solid understanding of the digital media industry, technologies and design skills required to work in this exciting & dynamic Industry.

Apply now: https://crawford.mtu.ie/postgraduate/

Visit our website to listen to programme lecturers, graduates and work placement partner, RTÉ Cork, share what you will learn on our Postgraduate Certificate in TV Production.

This programme is a combination of online teaching, on-campus workshops and an intensive work placement programme, preparing students for a career in this fast growing and dynamic industry and has a significant success rate in post-graduate employment.

Apply now: https://crawford.mtu.ie/postgraduate/

❗Deadline for Applications 10th August 2024 ❗

MTU is accepting applications for our MA in E-Learning Design & Development commencing in September.
With a unique focus on creativity, communication, and design, this course prepares students not just to work in the world of e-learning but to lead in it.

Our graduates are highly sought-after and recognised for their expertise in supporting and managing innovative e-learning, edtech and digital learning initiatives and functions for a wide range of client and learner needs.

This fully-online programme is particularly suited to those working full time or who have other needs or responsibilities that make it challenging for them to attend in person.

Find out more and read some recent student testimonials here https://go.mtu.ie/3EbHUVa

Further queries please to: [email protected]

Closing date for applications is the 10th August 2024

Posted • 🎉🎉🎉Let’s go!!! Submissions open! All the details are below…

LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2025.

The prize seeks to recognise uniquely talented artisans whose artistic vision, technical skill and determination to innovate will set new standards for the future of craft.

Applications will be accepted until 30 October 2024.

Find out more on loewecraftprize.com

Testimonial! Tamara Lewis graduated from the Certificate in Digital Media Design & Development. "My employer, The Hague University of Applied Sciences, paid for my enrollment in the Certificate in Digital Media Design and Development from September 2021 to June 2022. I gained skills in producing videos from start to completion. That knowledge included capturing audio and how to use Audition and Adobe Premiere Pro for post production editing. I used storyboarding while carrying out a full creative process. I was taught to use HTML and CSS to build my own website and how to prepare images for print and web publication. With these new skills, I changed roles within my university and now create learning materials, manage a YouTube channel, and develop courses using a creative design process."
The Digital Media Design and Development programme provides students with a broad and practical introduction to the world of digital media. A wide range of modern digital media technologies will be presented and applied. A review of the design and development process of related job roles and industries will be undertaken.
ℹ️ https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/digital-media-design-and-development/

Testimonial! Jonathan Kelly graduated in 2016, "I would highly recommend this course and encourage anyone who is considering participation in it, to do so. The course is a great introduction to digital media and is ideal way to develop your technical knowledge and build your skills and understanding in this field of study."
The Digital Media Design and Development programme provides students with a broad and practical introduction to the world of digital media. A wide range of modern digital media technologies will be presented and applied. A review of the design and development process of related job roles and industries will be undertaken.
ℹ️ Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/digital-media-design-and-development/

Testimonial: Nicole McDonagh graduated from the MA in Public Relations with New Media in 2017. "Writing skills for the development of PR materials was definitely one of the highlights of the course. I also really enjoyed the multimedia production aspects, which is an area I work in now. Dissecting campaigns and looking at the big picture with integrated marketing was a real eye opener into how effective communication campaigns can work, while also learning about how to promote a brand ethically."
The MA in Public Relations with New Media is a Taught masters delivered full-time over 3 semesters, and part-time over a number of academic years. This innovative MA programme is about gaining a comprehensive understanding of public relations as a form of communication and pays particular attention to the growing importance of digital and interactive media in the practice of public relations and its manifold impacts on the mass media industry.
ℹ️ Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/public-relations-with-new-media/

Testimonial! Cormac Cullen graduated from the Certificate in Digital Media Design & Development in 2018. "I graduated in 2018. I now work as a Designer at Interactivemedia.ie 3. The most important skills/knowledge that I learned and accumulated during my studies were practical skills in the use of digital media design and development tools. An understanding of the design and development process. An appreciation for audio visual elements. This course was the starting point for my current career as an instructional designer. I had no prior digital media skills. It brought me up to a level enabling me to advance to the MA e-Learning Design & Development. I would recommend this course without hesitation. This course changed my life, as it served as the starting point for my career in the eLearning industry. The modules were highly engaging, providing practical skills, and all delivered by passionate lecturers."
The Digital Media Design and Development programme provides students with a broad and practical introduction to the world of digital media. A wide range of modern digital media technologies will be presented and applied. A review of the design and development process of related job roles and industries will be undertaken.
ℹ️ Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/digital-media-design-and-development/

Research News! Meet some of our researchers. Justine Foster is concluding her first year of an MA by research under the supervision of Louise Foott. Justine’s research concerns arts and health practice in Ireland in a context of a fast-developing field of practice and a global surge in research that recognises the benefits of interagency working to achieve shared goals. Referencing the emergence of recent studies on collaboration, conceptual design, and what constitutes effective arts and health practice, the research takes Arts for Health Partnership Programme in West Cork as a case study, to identify the key attributes and potential difficulties in sustaining an interagency arts and health programme over a duration.

Coming next week to a memorial exhibition of the work of artist and beloved student Corina Thornton who sadly passed away in April.

We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate her life and work.

Opening Monday 24th June at 3pm, the exhibition continues until until Tues 2 July; open Mon-Fri 11-4 and Sat 11-3.

May Corina Rest in Peace.

Testimonial: Jonathan Buckley graduated from the MA in Public Relations with New Media in 2016. "The MA provided me with hands on experience of the PR and marketing profession working with real businesses and projects. It provided a broad range of skills, knowledge, and experiences, relevant to the working world. The course also shared internship and job opportunities which helped me secure my first contract and role in the communications sector."
The MA in Public Relations with New Media is a Taught masters delivered full-time over 3 semesters, and part-time over a number of academic years. This innovative MA programme is about gaining a comprehensive understanding of public relations as a form of communication and pays particular attention to the growing importance of digital and interactive media in the practice of public relations and its manifold impacts on the mass media industry.
ℹ️Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/public-relations-with-new-media/

Testimonial: Will Hickey, graduate of the Certificate in Television Production.
"The course gave me an excellent understanding of how TV programmes are developed, allowed me to become aware of all of the roles, and gave me a workplace opportunity in RTÉ Cork which turned into a full-time role as well as experience in the Live Outside Broadcast world with TVM which also turned into regular work, both of which are challenging but I enjoy them."
The Certificate in Television Production is aimed at those wanting to launch a career in TV programme making, as well as those already in the industry wanting to upskill. It combines study of the media market, both domestic and international, with specialised training in craft and production.
Find out about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/tv-production/

Testimonial: Simon Bracken graduated from the Masters in Journalism and Digital Content Creation in 2014. "The Masters was a big help, particularly with defamation training and getting us to go out and do some different types of journalism. I made a little documentary which involved a lot of the skills you’d use in broadcasting. Spending a few days in the District Court was a real learning experience and something that’s valuable to any journalist."

This MA is a full-time programme which can also be studied part-time, over two years. The Masters in Journalism and Digital Content Creation programme blends journalistic tools and techniques with content creation using new technologies and digital media to prepare students for the new media workplace. The programme has a strong connectThis MA is a full-time programme which can also be studied part-time, over two years. The Masters in Journalism and Digital Content Creation programme blends journalistic tools and techniques with content creation using new technologies and digital media to prepare students for the new media workplace. The programme has a strong connect with the media industry.
ℹ️ Find out more about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/journalism-and-digital-content-creation/

Testimonial: Dylan Morley graduated from the MA in Public Relations with New Media in 2022. "This course provided me with a real world base of knowledge and expertise to enter the professional communications industry. Upon completion, I was able to demonstrate a command of the key principles of PR and digital media. This allowed me to be a proficient communications professional from onset of my career."
The MA in Public Relations with New Media is a Taught masters delivered full-time over 3 semesters, and part-time over a number of academic years. This innovative MA programme is about gaining a comprehensive understanding of public relations as a form of communication and pays particular attention to the growing importance of digital and interactive media in the practice of public relations and its manifold impacts on the mass media industry.
ℹ️ Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/public-relations-with-new-media/

Testimonial: Jenny Regan graduated from the MA in Journalism & Digital Content Creation in 2015. "The most valuable skills I learned during the programme were how to use current and emerging technology to tell stories, how to research, edit, write, and critically analyse content for all forms of media. Most importantly, I learned the importance of being a pro-active, self-starter. The MA programme taught me to tap into my creativity in a practical and productive environment."
This MA is a full-time programme which can also be studied part-time, over two years. The Masters in Journalism and Digital Content Creation programme blends journalistic tools and techniques with content creation using new technologies and digital media to prepare students for the new media workplace. The programme has a strong connection with the media industry.
ℹ️ Find out more about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/journalism-and-digital-content-creation/

Testimonial: Katie Scollard graduated from the Certificate in Television Production in 2023. "An important, but maybe overlooked, skill I learned is the etiquette to have when on set, in studio, or in an OB. This information gets you started on the right foot when coming into these places for the first time, and likely means you will be asked back in future."
The Certificate in Television Production is aimed at those wanting to launch a career in TV programme making, as well as those already in the industry wanting to upskill. It combines study of the media market, both domestic and international, with specialised training in craft and production.
Find out about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/tv-production/

MTU Crawford College of Art & Design showcases groundbreaking Graduate Exhibitions:

https://mtu.ie/news/ccad-graduate-exhibitions-2024/



The MTU Department of Media Communications Exhibition Opening Presentations will take place at 6pm on Thursday 30th May in IT3, Berkeley Centre, MTU Bishopstown Campus (followed by a reception in the James Barry Exhibition Centre).
The exhibition will be open to the public on Friday 31st May and from Tuesday 4th June to Thursday 6th June inclusive, from 10am to 4pm, at the James Barry Exhibition Centre.

The MTU Department of Fine Art and Applied Art Exhibition Opening Presentations will take place at 6pm on Friday 31st May at MTU’s Sharman Crawford Street Campus.
The exhibition will be open to the public on Saturday 1st June and from Tuesday 4th June to Thursday 6th June inclusive, from 11am to 6pm (late opening on Thursday 6th June to 8:30pm), at MTU’s Sharman Crawford Street Campus.

For further information on all the exhibiting artists, please see;

https://crawford.mtu.ie/graduates/

"Left a bit..... Right a bit... Perfect!!!"
& the banner is finally up!

With just 2 days to go until days to go until our graduate exhibitions launch, we hope you are as excited as we are for the big event. 🎉

📷 Some of our wonderful staff, who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and without whom all of this would not be possible. 👏

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DEPARTMENT OF FINE ART & APPLIED ART - SHARMAN CRAWFORD STREET CAMPUS
FINE ART + CONTEMPORARY APPLIED ART 🗿🎨🖌

EXHIBITION OPENING: This Friday, 31st May 2024!

Time: 6:00pm

Venue: Sharman Crawford Street Campus, Cork City Centre, T12 XK25



EXHIBITION: OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Date: Saturday, 1st June and Tuesday 4th June – Thursday 6th June

Time: 11:00am – 6:00pm (late opening on Thursday 6th June to 8:30pm)

Venue: Sharman Crawford Street Campus, Cork City Centre, T12 XK25

DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS - BISHOPSTOWN CAMPUS
CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA + VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS + PHOTOGRAPHY WITH NEW MEDIA 🖥 📷 🎥

Launching this Thursday, 30th May 2024

Opening Presentations at 6:00pm
(followed by reception in the James Barry Exhibition Centre)

Venue: IT3, Berkeley Centre, MTU, Bishopstown Campus, Cork T12 P928

EXHIBITION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:

Friday 31st May and Tuesday 4th June – Thursday 6th June

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Venue: James Barry Exhibition Centre, MTU, Bishopstown Campus, Cork T12 P928

Last few tickets remaining on our Summer Portfolio Preparation Course 10th - 19th June 2024!

Students will be guided through a number of artistic media, such as drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, 3D construction and much more 🎨

Book your place on MTU Events:

https://events.mtu.ie/index.cfm?page=events&eventId=1024

This course is suitable for those interested in pursuing a course at third level with a portfolio requirement:

•BA (HONOURS) IN FINE ART

•BA (HONOURS) IN CONTEMPORARY APPLIED ART

•BA (HONOURS) IN VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

MTU Crawford Eco Arts Practice Applications are open! 🌻

Explore nature and the environment within an art context. Learn about;

-ethical use of materials and environments

-place based learning

-eco literacy

-the natural environment as a classroom

-creative therapeutic / wellbeing space

A level 9 Special Purpose Award.

For further information and to apply:

https://go.mtu.ie/3K7GmOX

Testimonial: Melissa Cieperski graduated from the MA in Public Relations with New Media in 2018. "Through 'live' industry projects and collaboration with PR professionals, I gained practical experience and was able to build up confidence within this field. The programme, and those teaching within it, offered a space in which I could ask questions, seek advice, brainstorm ideas, and really dig into the nuances of the different modules. With this support, I was able to be confident in my abilities and take a proactive approach to my career, securing employment before the end of the programme."
The MA in Public Relations with New Media is a Taught masters delivered full-time over 3 semesters, and part-time over a number of academic years. This innovative MA programme is about gaining a comprehensive understanding of public relations as a form of communication and pays particular attention to the growing importance of digital and interactive media in the practice of public relations and its manifold impacts on the mass media industry.
ℹ️ Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/public-relations-with-new-media/

Huge Congratulations Lar O'Toole, graduate of MTU Crawford Dept of Fine Art & Applied Art. Fantastic achievement 🙌 posted • INSTALLATION DAY!
All done, a few hiccups but delighted with the final result. Thanks so much to everyone who supported and encouraged me, you know who you are, especially Tara. Thanks to the client, Richmond Homes, for trusting me with this project. Thanks to the V.A.I. For their guidance and support. And thanks to all the builders, engineers, labourers, crane operators and transit guys for their invaluable assistance. This is the validation for all my doubts and fears about becoming an artist, I never imagined I could have achieved something like this since completing art college 10 years ago this month.

Testimonial: Caroline Farrelly is a student of the MA in Journalism & Digital Content Creation. "The MA course teaches a lot of practical skills. I've personally really enjoyed the writing modules for semester one, particularly Writing for Media. An article that I had written as part of a class exercise was later published in a local newspaper.
MTU is a lovely college with a great sense of community. This course also offers opportunities for short trips to study abroad. I was selected to take part in the European Creative Futures program which was hosted in Utrecht this year. It was a fantastic learning experience, it allowed me to widen my skill set, experience a new college while also meeting and working with students from across Europe."
This MA is a full-time programme which can also be studied part-time, over two years. The Masters in Journalism and Digital Content Creation programme blends journalistic tools and techniques with content creation using new technologies and digital media to prepare students for the new media workplace. The programme has a strong connection with the media industry.
Find out more about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/journalism-and-digital-content-creation/

Testimonial: Paul McGettigan graduated from the MA in E-Learning Design & Development in 2023.
"I highly recommend this course to anyone that has an interest in gaining key skills that are relevant not just for the E-learning sector but also in any role that involves training, L&D and education. I really enjoyed using industry specific authoring tools such as Articulate, Evolve and Rise. Another highlight was listening to key guest speakers within the e-learning commercial sector discussing the relevance of these tools while also giving an insight into the opportunities that exist within the sector."

The MA in E-Learning Design & Development is an online course delivered over 2 Semesters, September to June.
This MA programme seeks to produce developers of cutting edge, educationally effective e-learning solutions. Our graduates, subsequently, will go on to work as designers and developers either directly within the e-learning sector or in support of in-house e-learning and learning technology departments. The programme is specially oriented towards creativity, culture and design, rather than technology per se.
Find out about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/e-learning-design-and-development/

Testimonial: Jake Hyland graduate of the Certificate in Television Production. "The Certificate in Television Production was hugely beneficial to my professional career by giving me contacts within the industry. This allowed me to get my name out there and to acquire regular work. It is also vital to have a direct line to professionals in the industry who can answer questions and offer career advice."
The Certificate in Television Production is aimed at those wanting to launch a career in TV programme making, as well as those already in the industry wanting to upskill. It combines study of the media market, both domestic and international, with specialised training in craft and production.
Find out about the course here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/tv-production/

Testimonial: Sulgana Pal, graduated from the MA in Public Relations with New Media in 2023. "The MA programme significantly propelled my professional journey by offering invaluable support and guidance that has helped me bag four job offers in PR, before my coursework was over. It’s safe to say that I had a well-defined approach on paper, before applying for jobs. Lectures and classes on professional networking provided insights into building industry connections in the Irish PR sector, while assignments like crafting a LinkedIn profile, equipped me with practical skills to showcase my expertise and engage with potential employers online. The MTU Careers Office's guidance, alongside pairing me with a suitable industry mentor for the mentorship programme refined my job search strategy and gave me access to sectoral insider knowledge which I implemented to craft my answers during my interviews."

The MA in Public Relations with New Media is a Taught masters delivered full-time over 3 semesters, and part-time over a number of academic years. This innovative MA programme is about gaining a comprehensive understanding of public relations as a form of communication and pays particular attention to the growing importance of digital and interactive media in the practice of public relations and its manifold impacts on the mass media industry.
Find out more here: https://crawford.mtu.ie/courses/public-relations-with-new-media/