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# Ballyfermot Southwest Campus | City of Dublin FET College

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- [Ballyfermot Radio Students & Talk Radio Europe](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-radio-students-talk-radio-europe/) - Building on ongoing success, when Ballyfermot’s radio students soared at Talk Radio Europe in Marbella via the Erasmus+ program, the momentum keeps building! This year, Mari Carmen from Talk Radio Europe came to Ballyfermot College, delivering an electrifying week of hands-on workshops. Our radio and podcasting students went live on Talk Radio Europe, honing their skills
- [Media Technologies BA (Hons) Tertiary Degree launches at FET College Ballyfermot](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-technologies-ba-hons-tertiary-degree-launches-at-fet-college-ballyfermot/) - Embark on a unique, collaborative educational journey with the BA in Media Technologies - a strategic co-designed Tertiary Degree partnership between City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot, and Technological University Dublin (TUD). This programme offers a seamless, scaffolded pathway from a Level 5 foundation through to a prestigious Level 8 Honours degree. You will spend
- [IMMA Internship for Ballyfermot Radio & Degree Graduate](https://www.bcfe.ie/imma-internship-ballyfermot-radio-degree-graduate/) - City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot is celebrating one of its own after Radio, Podcasting, Production and Presenting student Zoe McKenna secured a paid summer internship at the Irish Museum of Modern Art — and she couldn't be more excited about it. Zoe, a local Ballyfermot student, is heading to IMMA this summer as an
- [Ballyfermot Campus Radio Podcast Alumni wins National Awards - Michaela Hayes](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-campus-radio-podcast-alumni-wins-national-awards-michaela-hayes/) - Michaela Hayes is another one of Ballyfermot College's most exciting Radio & Podcasting alumni, and right now she's having a career-defining year. In fact, it's the kind of year that most people in the industry only dream about. Michaela can be heard daily Mon – Fri 10am -3pm on SPIN 1038 and in the southern
- [Create Your Future 2026 Digital Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/create-your-future-2026/) - Ballyfermot Southwest Campus is proud to present our end of year digital exhibition of students' work 2026 - Create Your Future 2026. 33 class groups are represented in the showcase with over 600 images, 101 videos, 61 audio files, and six playable games! Students from levels five to eight, completing certificate, diploma and degree courses,
- [Senator Elaine Flynn gifts Minceir Grub Box](https://www.bcfe.ie/senator-elaine-flynn-gifts-minceir-grub-box/) - A heartfelt thank you to Senator Elaine Flynn, who recently gifted our Early Learning Care (ELC) Department at the City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot with a beautiful Minceir Grub Box from the Balbriggan Traveller Project. On behalf of the ELC Department, our principal, Cecilia Munroe, accepted the gift in appreciation of the Senator’s generosity
- [Intensive English Language Preparation for City of Dublin FET Colleges June 2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/intensive-english-language-preparation-for-city-of-dublin-fet-colleges-june-2026/) - Dates Wednesday 3rd June - Wednesday 24th June Time 9:30 - 13:30 Registration & Assessment Dates & Times Tuesday May 5th 10:00 - 12:00 Wednesday May 13th 10:00 - 12:00 Wednesday May 20th 10:00 - 12:00 Thursday May 21st 10:00 - 12:00 Classes Available Intermediate B1 Upper Intermediate B2 Preparation for Full time FET College
- [City of Dublin FET College Tertiary Degrees](https://www.bcfe.ie/city-of-dublin-fet-college-tertiary-degrees/) - Looking for a more accessible way to earn your degree without the pressure of points or fees? Have you ever thought about getting a tertiary degree? No matter where you're starting from, there's a clear path forward through tertiary education. So, how does a tertiary degree work? No CAO points, no tuition fees for the
- [Changing of the guard in Ballyfermot Rock School as two of the originals stand down](https://www.bcfe.ie/changing-of-the-guard-in-ballyfermot-rock-school-as-two-of-the-originals-stand-down/) - Both Francie Conway and Hugh Buckley have been teaching at the legendary institute since its opening chords in 1989. Eoin Glackin interviews them and other rock school staff in this Dublin Inquirer article. Read Full Article Photo by Eoin Glackin.
- [Graduate Exhibition May 11 & 12 - Animation, Illustration & Graphic Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduate-exhibition-animation-illustration-graphic-design/) - City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot Road cordially invites you to Bay 1, The Digital Hub, Dublin 8, D08 TCV4 to meet students, view portfolios and reels from our Three Higher National Diplomas in Animation, Illustration & Graphic Design On May 11th, 12pm-7pm and May 12th, 9am-3pm Click the link for the Creative Industry day-
- [Ceoltóir Students' Concert and Student-made Instruments Exhibition May 6th](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-students-concert-and-student-made-instruments-exhibition/) - Where Áras an Chrónáin, Clondalkin When Wednesday 6 May 2026 Doors 8pm Admission €7 Concession €5
- [Nursing Studies Showcase ](https://www.bcfe.ie/nursing-studies-showcase/) - We were honoured to welcome so many valued healthcare partners to our recent Nursing Studies Showcase at FET College Ballyfermot. Thank you all for taking the time to attend, meet and engage with our Nursing Studies Coordinator, Dr. Kathleen Noone, teaching team, and hear from several of our QQI Level 5 Nursing graduates. The healthcare
- [DMC students participate in Design Week](https://www.bcfe.ie/dmc-students-participate-in-design-week/) - Digital marketing (DMC) students virtually attend Bruce Maus’s guest talk in The National Gallery, as part of their Design skills module. Bruce Mau is a world renowned designer who is visiting Ireland to join in the celebrations for Design Week. The focus of the talk is the impact of design on leadership and social change
- [Business and Digital Design students head off to Finland with Erasmus-plus](https://www.bcfe.ie/business-and-digital-design-students-head-off-to-finland-with-erasmus-plus/) - BCFE students from the Higher National Diploma in Business and the Higher National Diploma Digital Design at Dublin airport departing for a 3 week Erasmus plus work placement in Helsinki. BCFE has in addition, six QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Tourism with Business students northern Finland on a 5 week Erasmus placement.
- [Uplift Digital Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/uplift-digital-exhibition/) - "Uplift": to improve a person’s moral or spiritual position: to elevate Each year the students of BCFE mark their efforts with a graduate exhibition. This year was slightly different. Our students and staff faced the unexpected shutdowns with creativity and courage. The ongoing pandemic has prevented us from hosting our exhibition in person. This year
- [Digital Media graduate becomes author!](https://www.bcfe.ie/digital-media-graduate-becomes-author/) - On the 10 June 2021, Digital Media (DMH) graduate Kelvin Akpaloo, became a co-author of the "We Have a Dream" book. This book contains dreams of 201 young people from 201 countries around the world, with focus on Sustainable Development Goals. The book is now on Amazon in both English and Japanese. BCFE would like to
- [End of Year Digital Exhibition | INSPIRE 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/end-of-year-digital-exhibition-inspire-2022/) - Please join us in celebrating the work of our amazing students. The Inspire 2022 website showcases the work from over 30 courses including Animation, Art, Digital Media, Games, Journalism, Radio, Music, Social Care, Television & Visual Effects. We hope you enjoy the exhibition as much as we do! inspire2022.bcfe.ie Animation & Games inspire2022.bcfe.ie/animation-games Art & Design inspire2022.bcfe.ie/art-design/ Digital Media inspire2022.bcfe.ie/digital-media/
- [Video | Erasmus visit to Bitburg, Germany](https://www.bcfe.ie/erasmus-visit-to-bitburg-germany/) - A fantastic Erasmus visit took place to Euro BBW college in Bitburg, Germany in December as our first semester comes to a close. The Erasmus project was led by the Adult Education Director Caroline McKenna Cooper. She was accompanied on the visit with her colleagues Anne Marie Lyons and Joanne Hogan. Anne Marie engaged with
- [INHABIT Biodiversity Garden](https://www.bcfe.ie/inhabit-biodiversity-garden/) - Digital Media students are very excited to be putting the final touches to a branding and awareness campaign they developed for the Biodiversity Garden called INHABIT on BCFE Campus. Looking forward to seeing the application of their assets for the garden throughout the campus. Watch this space! #studentsgogreen #greencampus #biodiversity #greenbcfe #sustainability #climatechange
- ['Elevate' End of Year Digital Exhibition 2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/elevate-end-of-year-digital-exhibition-2023/) - BCFE are deligted to announce the launch of our End of Year Digital Exhibition for 2023 - Elevate! We hope you will join us in celebrating and admiring the work of our amazing students from Art, Animation, Media, Digital Media, TV, Film, Visual Effects, Music and Social Care. Work shown ranges from Level 5 to
- [Graduation 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduation-2025/) - Congratulations to all the 2025 graduates! Photos & video courtesy of Terry Warren and the Content Creation and Photography students. 
- [Visit to 14 Henrietta Street](https://www.bcfe.ie/visit-14-henrietta-street/) - BCFE students from the Pre-University Foundation in Teaching (ELT), with students from the Irish Traditional Music Performance and Traineeship in Instrument Making (PTH) visiting the social history museum, 14 Henrietta Street. The visit to 14 Henrietta Street provided a poignant insight into the social, economic, and cultural life of Ireland through the stories of those
- [€600 raised for Aware](https://www.bcfe.ie/e600-raised-for-aware/) - Our Return to Learning students raised over 600 euro for the mental health charity AWARE. They created a fantastic atmosphere in the college with their Christmas Choir and Bake sale. Well done to all!
- [New BA (Hons) in Politics, Society & Media – Now Open for Applications!](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-ba-honours-politics-society-media-applications/) - May 2025 Special Announcement We are delighted to share exciting news from the City of Dublin FET College team! Applications are now open for the BA (Honours) in Politics, Society & Media, beginning September 2025 at our Ballyfermot Road and Rathmines campuses. This innovative programme was officially launched at TU Dublin, Grangegorman, by Minister for Further and Higher Education,
- [Return to Learning Course students collect for SVDP](https://www.bcfe.ie/return-to-learning-course-students-collect-for-svdp/) - Presentation The BCFE Return to Learning group are pictured presenting a cheque for €820, hampers and vouchers to the value of €800 to the St. Vincent De Paul. St. Vincent De Paul are represented by Kay Byrne from Ballyfermot Holy Family Conference.
- [Illustration Students Showcasing Work at Two Zine Fairs in April](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-students-showcasing-work-at-two-zine-fairs-in-april/) - The 1st and 2nd year Illustration Students (AIH) are taking part in two exciting events in Dublin during the month of April. They are displaying their work at the Ormond Art Studios Zine Fair (Saturday 13th) and The Dublin Comic Arts Festival in Richmond Barracks (Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th). For sale at both events
- [Design, Illustration & Animation Graduate Show, Smock Alley, May 28th, 6:30pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/design-illustration-animation-graduate-show/) - Visit our show and view portfolio and profile links on our website - bcfecreative.ie from our Design, Illustration & Animation graduates. Looking forward to seeing you at Smock Alley, The Banquet Hall, Temple Bar, D8 for our show opening at 6.30pm on May 28th and on May 29th from 10am-2.30pm.
- [Illustration & Graphic Design Student Exhibition at Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graphic-design-student-exhibition-at-ballyfermot-library/) - Work from the students of the HND in Graphic Design course (AGH) and the HND in Illustration course (AIH) is being displayed at the Ballyfermot Library, Room 1. This is a selection of posters and prints from the first-year students on both courses and spans traditional and digital methods. The exhibition runs from 10th to 19th
- [Illustration teacher Margaret Anne Suggs work now in National Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-teacher-margaret-anne-suggs-work-now-in-national-library/) - The National Library acquired an archive of the work of one of our wonderful illustration teachers Margaret Anne Suggs in 2023 and they had a reception last night to celebrate a number of new items in their collection. They have all the work from the Pigin of Howth book (original art, sketches, colour studies, roughs,
- [Create 2024 - BCFE's end of year digital exhibition - is live!](https://www.bcfe.ie/create-2024-bcfes-end-of-year-digital-exhibition-is-live/) - Each year the students of BCFE mark their efforts with a virtual graduate exhibition. Our 2024 programme takes the form of a series of curated work and will be available on our new CREATE 2024 exhibition website This online exhibition highlights the inspirational work of BCFE students across multiple departments and includes work and snapshots
- [Three books by 1st Year Illustration students are purchased by the National Collection](https://www.bcfe.ie/three-books-1st-year-illustration-students-purchased-national-collection/) - There was exciting news last week for three first-year Illustration students from AIH, whose handmade books were purchased by the National Collection at The Dublin Art Book Fair, held at The Temple Bar Gallery. The books by Reete Ramona Kestlane, Natalia Wortmann and Sandra Lulei were on display throughout November, as part of this highly
- [Create Your Future 2025 - now live!](https://www.bcfe.ie/create-your-future-2025/) - Ballyfermot Southwest Campus is proud to present our end of year digital exhibition of students' work 2025 - Create Your Future 2025. 46 class groups are represented in the showcase with over 800 images, 118 videos, 61 audio files, six playable games, and one novel! Students from levels five to eight, completing certificate, diploma and
- [Art Source 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-source-2025/) - Art Source, Ireland's premier Art Fair, took place 14th - 16th November at the Main Hall, RDS, Dublin. , featuring 175 Irish and international artists and galleries. Ballyfermot, City of Dublin, FET- graduates 24/25 had the opportunity to exhibit. Graduates of our Higher National Diploma in Illustration and Honors Degree in Animation exhibited their work
- [Illustrator Stephen Kavanagh visits college](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustrator-stephen-kavanagh-visits-college/) - Illustration teachers and students from both Levels 5 and 6 were delighted to welcome graduate illustrator Stephen Kavanagh for an inspiring visit this week. Stephen delivered an engaging presentation that explored his creative practice, showcasing a diverse range of work including stickers, prints and other illustrated merchandise. He also shared valuable insights into working as
- [Contemporary Music Performance Gig on 29th and 30th April](https://www.bcfe.ie/contemporary-music-performance-gig-on-29th-and-30th-april/) - WorkMan's Club 29th and 30th April 7:30pm Tickets €8 Get Tickets Now Built and curated by graduates from one of the oldest modern music schools in Europe, these gigs will offer not only a glimpse of the next generation but also a snapshot of a truly international musical world view. From Balkan influenced pop to
- [Intercultural Day 2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/intercultural-day-2026/) - A big thank you to the Student Council and the students from the Preparation for Healthcare course for hosting a fantastic Intercultural Day. It was a wonderful celebration of diversity and inclusion, filled with talented music and singing, games, and delicious food from many cultures. A great day was had by all! A big thanks
- [‘The Cat Burglar’ wins in the Animation category at the RTS Student Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/the-cat-burglar-wins-animation-category-rts-student-awards/) - The prestigious annual event recognising the achievements of third level students from the Class of 2025 saw winners from IADT, City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Technological University Dublin and Griffith College Dublin. The animated short film ‘The Cat Burglar’ from City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot was produced by animation
- [Media students present Balls to the Wall on Together FM](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-students-present-together-fm/) - Congratulations to aspiring sports journalists Tom Healy and Stephen Byrne, who continue to make a strong impression in the world of sports media. The duo are providing coverage of Ireland’s World Cup qualifiers and are gaining recognition for their engaging and insightful analysis. They also co-present the dynamic sports show Balls to the Wall on
- [Student's forest showcased in Next Generation Forestry Network](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-forest-showcased-in-next-generation-forestry-network/) - Martin Oakes, a student on the Traditional Irish Music HNC is part of a new network who have stepped up to support forestation in Ireland. His forest was showcased as part of the Next Generation Forestry Network. On the 9th of March 2026 the Next Generation Forestry Network was launched to support Irelands next generation
- [Animation Dingle 2026 winners at Ballyfermot!](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-dingle-winners-at-ballyfermot/) - Animation Dingle is a qualifying Student Academy Awards festival, placing it among a small number of international events that directly connect student work to global industry recognition. Student films selected for competition—and subsequently nominated—become eligible for consideration at the Student Academy Awards, offering a clear progression pathway from education into the professional sector. Participation in
- [Ballyfermot Students Gain Industry Insight at LinkedIn Dublin Headquarters](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-students-industry-insight-linkedin-dublin/) - Students from City of Dublin FET Ballyfermot College recently visited LinkedIn’s Dublin headquarters as part of their ongoing academic and professional development. The visit formed part of the college’s commitment to providing students with direct industry engagement and real-world learning opportunities. The group brought together students from a number of programmes, including Photography and Content
- [Content Creation and Photography Students Step Into Industry at Croke Park](https://www.bcfe.ie/content-creation-photography-students-industry-croke-park/) - Students from the Content Creation and Photography programme at Ballyfermot College recently took part in a live industry project at the MIB International Business Network conference, “We Believe”, held in Croke Park. Working across photography and video teams, students were responsible for delivering professional content for the event. This included capturing headshots, conducting interviews and
- [Tree Planting Day](https://www.bcfe.ie/tree-planting-day/) - We had a really successful tree-planting day on March 11th: the main thing was the weather, which smiled on us. We planted and mulched 120 trees including about 15 native species. Students and staff from BCFE and St. Setan's, as well as visitors from the CDU and Easy Treesie, all did incredible work, and we
- [It Could be YOU!](https://www.bcfe.ie/it-could-be-you/) - Ballyfermot College would like to acknowledge the fantastic win by former Ballyfermot College student Richie Baneham and his team at the Oscars last Sunday. Winning an Oscar is very unique but winning three is absolutely fantastic. This win highlights that anything is possible for the tremendously creative students that we work with each year. If
- [Game Websites Launch](https://www.bcfe.ie/game-websites-launch/) - Our Games Production & 3D Graphics Level 5 classes have finished their Web Authoring websites and are ready to launch. Most of these are games related so please click on any banner add that interests you. They are currently tracking analytics as part of their Digital Marketing project and we'd love to see some visits
- [A Hat Trick for Richard Baneham?](https://www.bcfe.ie/third-oscar-richard-baneham/) - A graduate of Ballyfermot College, Baneham has worked on a string of huge movies including Lord of the Rings and The ­Chronicles of Narnia as well as the three Avatar films. Michael and Noeleen Baneham, the Irish parents of Richard Baneham, will be flying the flag for Ireland on ­Sunday after heading out to LA
- [Visit to Moli, the Museum of Literature Ireland, Newman House](https://www.bcfe.ie/visit-to-moli-the-museum-of-literature-ireland-newman-house/) - Higher National Diploma in Animation final year students on a study trip to Moli, the Museum of Literature Ireland, Newman House, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin. The visit was organised as part of the Concept Design Module where students spent time drawing the historical house, including the Bishop's room, the Whaley room and even a secret
- [SCC Photography Competition 2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-photography-competition/) - Pearse College of Further Education are Delighted to Host the 2026 SCC Photography Competition for Further Education (FET) & Junior Schools in the CDETB area. We are accepting entries now - via email (JPEG) only please. Details attached on Entry Forms. There are two categories Senior Awards for Students of Further Education Junior Awards for
- [Sean Browne wins Black Shamrock Scholarship 2025/2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/sean-browne-wins-black-shamrock-scholarship-2025-2026/) - Congratulations to Sean Browne, currently a BA (Hons) Degree Level 8 Games (Visual Media) student, on being awarded the 2025/2026 Black Shamrock Scholarship. Sean won the award on completing his Higher National Diploma in Game Development. This scholarship was established following a Memorandum of Understanding between City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot and Black Shamrock
- [Musicians Wanted | Irish Traditional Music Open Session](https://www.bcfe.ie/musicians-wanted-irish-traditional-music-open-session/) - International Culture Day Celebrations 19th March 1-3 pm Inchicore College Campus, Emmet Road, Dublin 8 All Welcome Bring an instrument to play on the day or turn up to enjoy the music For further information scan the QR code in the image or contact colin.carters@inchicore.cdetb.ie
- [Wellness Week 2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/wellness-week-2026/) - Thank you to everyone who contributed to Wellness Week 2026 in City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot! It was a fantastic week filled with valuable health and wellbeing information for both students and staff. A special thank you to all our speakers and facilitators: Mark Donnelly (HUH), Fiona Forman, Marie-Louise O’Reilly (City of Dublin ETB
- [SCC International Public Speaking Competition 12th Feb](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-international-public-speaking-competition/) - Where Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1 Date & Time Thursday February 12th 2026 from 5pm to 7pm Instructions It is important to note that competitors in this competition must be learners that English is NOT their first language Can each competitor please email the application form to teresa.oleary@ccfe.cdetb.ie All speeches must be
- [Good Luck to Richie Baneham for 3rd Oscar Nomination](https://www.bcfe.ie/good-luck-to-richie-baneham-for-3rd-oscar-nomination/) - Richie Baneham was nominated last week for his possible third Oscar for his ground breaking and innovative visual effects on Avatar: Fire and Ash. Richie has been the Visual effects Supervisor on all the Avatar movies and won an oscar for Visual Effects for both Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water. Richie is a
- [SCC Chess Tournament 2026 - Feb 25th & Mar 4th](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-chess-tournament-2026-feb-25th-mar-4th/) - The SSC Chess tournament will take place in Presentation Community College Terenure on the 25th of February (Senior) and 4th of March (Junior) 2026 from 11am until 2.30pm approximately. We would be looking at teams of 5 students for both Junior and Senior from each school. Junior consists of 1st-3rd years and Senior TY’s -6th
- [SCC Public Speaking Competition 21 Jan 2026](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-public-speaking-competition-21-jan-2026/) - On January 21st 2026 Commencing at 1pm at FET College Crumlin Southwest Campus Crumlin Road Dublin 12 Speeches must be no more than 4 minutes’ long Speakers wil be timed during the Presentation Closing date for Applications Forms is 4pm Friday January 16th 2026 Email Application Form to teresa.oleary@ccfe.cdetb.ie
- [NUIM Nursing Visit](https://www.bcfe.ie/nuim-nursing-visit/) - We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Associate Professor Dr. Adeline Cooney and Associate Professor Myles Hackett from the NUIM Nursing Department for taking the time to meet with and speak to the QQI Level 5 Nursing students at City of Dublin FET College, Ballyfermot. The students gained a great deal from the
- [Nursing Students on Open Day 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/nursing-students-open-day-2025/)
- [Content Creation and Photography Exhibition Dec 9th](https://www.bcfe.ie/content-creation-and-photography-exhibition-dec-9th/) - A student-curated content creation and photography exhibition by learners from the Levels 5 and 6 Content Creation and Photography courses. The exhibition opened at 4.30 pm on Tuesday, December 9th in Gallery One at Ballyfermot Library and showcased a diverse range of student projects. Themes included an exploration of an abandoned building, a journey on
- [Visit to Gaelscoil Lios na nÓg.](https://www.bcfe.ie/visit-to-gaelscoil-lios-na-nog/) - Cuairt go dtí Gaelscoil Lios na nÓg 26th November | 26 Mí na Samhna Chuaigh na múinteoirí Orla Daly agus Pilar Duncan, in éineacht le Ann Malai, mac léinn ón gcúrsa céime onóracha i mbeochan ó Choláiste Bhaile Formaid, go dtí Gaelscoil Lios na nÓg chun taispeántas d’obair chartúin bheo a dhéanamh do na páistí i
- [Culture Crush 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/culture-crush-2025/) - "Voice" was the theme of Culture Crush 2025- Wednesday, Nov 26th, Whyte Recital Hall, Royal Irish Academy of Music, Westland Row, Dublin 2. Set up in 2023, this is an annual event for all professionals working in the creative and cultural industries- across, film, tv, games, animation, visual and performing arts. The aim is to
- [Halloween 2025!](https://www.bcfe.ie/halloween-2025/) - Fabulous day here in the college today. The students and staff had great fun dressing up and the students of Content Creation and Photography course captured it on camera! Here is a small selection of the photos! Take a look!
- [World Skills](https://www.bcfe.ie/world-skills/) - Photos of our college stand at the recent World Skills event. Sincere thanks to Shane and Sean for making themselves availalbe to support this stand.
- [Students Capture Aviation Careers in Action at AvCon 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-capture-aviation-careers-avcon-2025/) - Students from the Photography and Content Creation course at City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot recently attended this year’s AvCon to produce visual content for the national aviation careers exhibition. AvCon, which attracted over 15,000 Transition Year students from across Ireland, showcased opportunities in both the commercial aviation sector and the Defence Forces. The event
- [Ballyfermot Gaming Society, Join our Discord server!](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-gaming-society/) - Calling all gamers and developers! Until recently, Ballyfermot College didn’t have any official gaming related clubs, not anymore! Here in the Ballyfermot Gaming Society, we strive to create an ideal social / hangout spot for everyone who has an interest in game development & gaming in general. We also plan on hosting events outside of
- [AR/VR graduate participates in OWL programme](https://www.bcfe.ie/ar-vr-graduate-owl-programme/) - Stephen Green, an AR/VR graduate, has continued to stay engaged and progress. We are delighted to know Stephen uses the media skills he learned at college. The video is excellent and really shows the partnership that exists for students with disabilities at government level.
- [2k Dublin Studio visit September 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/2k-dublin-studio-visit-september-2025/) - Ballyfermot Southwest Campus, FET Last week - our second year Visual Media Degree (Games) and Tertiary Degree in Immersive Technologies students had the opportunity to experience a day visiting the 2K Dublin office, gaining first-hand insights into the cutting-edge tools shaping the gaming industry (Facilitated by Ballyfermot Alumni Declan Dowling, Brendan Sutton & Fionn Sherrard
- [Gaelic Football Blitz](https://www.bcfe.ie/gaelic-football-blitz/) - The City of Dublin FET College Men's Gaelic Football Blitz will take place in the VEC Sports Grounds in Terenure on 30th Sept 2025 from 1pm-4pm. Register by scanning the QR code or contact aiden.roche@rc.cdetb.ie or kevin.butler@inchicore.cdetb.ie
- [Irish Folk Tales Illustration Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-folk-tales-illustration-exhibition/) - An Exhibition of Children's Book Illustration Rathmines Library. Illustrations by students of the Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation. 22nd September - 3rd November 2025 Illustration by Conor Morrin
- [RTE's Nationwide features trad course](https://www.bcfe.ie/rtes-nationwide-features-trad-course/) - UPDATE! Nationwide featured Ballyfermot Road Campus, Traditional Irish Music Course on their Fri 05 September 2025 Episode. You can watch back in full on RTE player. On the day! A big thank you to RTE's Nationwide team of presenter Zainab Boladale and cameraman Ger Doyle who came to the college and Na Piobairí Uilleann's Pipecraft
- [Trad grad wins Future Makers Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/trad-grad-wins-future-makers-award/) - Traditional Music Graduate Des Kavanagh celebrates winning Future Makers Award for his Uilleann Pipe making skills and credits FET Ballyfermot Road for playing a part in his road to success.
- [Underground Cinema International Film Festival screens 2025 student films](https://www.bcfe.ie/underground-cinema-international-film-festival-screens-2025-student-films/) - Two films, Samhain and Hazel, crated by 2025 film student Croí Burrowes will be screened at the Underground Cinema International Film Festival in Dun Laoghaire on September 7th. We would like to congratulate Croí and wish her continued success in the future. Buy Tickets Here Samhain A grieving young woman sets a place for her
- [Academic Misconduct Training](https://www.bcfe.ie/academic-misconduct-training/) - City of Dublin FET Colleges, Ballyfermot, Crumlin, Inchicore and Pearse attending staff training in Academic Misconduct Training in Ballyfermot yesterday. Set featured image
- [PLC course changed artist's life](https://www.bcfe.ie/plc-course-changed-artists-life/) - Artist Carl talks about his progression from doing a course in BCFE to graduating with a degree. Watch the video in the RTE article 'Beyond the points race: PLC course changed artist's life'.
- [Animation student in Irish Animation Screening 13 July](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-student-irish-animation-screening/) - Niamh Kirwan, Level 5 Animation student has had a stop motion Film 'Between Young and Old' selected for screening in a competition recently announced as part the upcoming Galway Film Fleadh '25 (Irish Animation) at 12.30pm Sunday 13 July ’25 in Town Hall Theatre. About Between Young and Old An old woman and her donkey
- [ESCENA - Escuela de Animación - visit Ballyfermot Campus](https://www.bcfe.ie/escena-escuela-de-animacion-visit-ballyfermot-campus/) - June 19th, FET College Ballyfermot Road/Kylemore Road welcomed ESCENA - Escuela de Animación, with Fraser MacLean, the wonderful team of teachers and successful students of #Crunchtime2025 animation jam. Principal Cecilia Munro, deputy principal Kenneth Rea, Gwen (Weimann) Fagan, Programme Coordinator of Visual Media Degree and Orla Daly, Industry Liaison, met the group for an informative discussion on animation practice, education and the
- [FET Student on Washington Ireland Programme for Future Leaders Internship](https://www.bcfe.ie/fet-student-on-washington-ireland-programme-for-future-leaders-internship/) - Congratulations to Romey Farrelly. Romey will complete an internship in Washington this summer. So proud of Romey and this amazing accomplishment- a true ambassador for FET. This is the 4th year in a row we are the only FET provider to have a student on the prestigious Washington Ireland Programme for future leaders. Linktree | Website
- [Ticketmaster funds state-of-the-art equipment for the next generation of music industry talent here at Ballyfermot Southwest Campus](https://www.bcfe.ie/ticketmaster-supports-renowned-ballyfermot-college-funding-equipment-next-generation-music-industry-talent/) - Ticketmaster has gifted funds for music equipment for the students of the City of Dublin FET College in Ballyfermot, as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the next generation of musical talent. The college is renowned for the success of its alumni including stars such as Damien Dempsey, Lisa O'Neill, Junior Brother as well
- [Industry Day Newsletter](https://www.bcfe.ie/industry-day-newsletter/) - John Poole, Learner Support and Engagement service, CDETB visited Industry Day and created the newsletter linked below. BCFE Graduate Show
- [Cutting Edges Kicks Off!](https://www.bcfe.ie/cutting-edges-kicks-off/) - Over the next three years, the Cutting Edges project will explore and model non-linear workflows in virtual production – from concept development and scripting to filming and post-production. The discussions in Turku laid the groundwork for collaboration that will continue through a series of workshops, joint research efforts, and practical experimentation with emerging technologies like
- [Ceilí House | RTE Radio 1, 9pm Sat 19th April](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceili-house-rte-radio-1-9pm-sat-19th-april/) - Many thanks to everyone who helped make the Ceilí House such an enjoyable event. The RTE crew commented on the lovely atmosphere in the college and that is down to all the help we had on the day. The show was broadcast on RTE Radio 1 On Sat 19th April at 9pm and can be
- [Animation, Illustration & Graphic Design Showcase May 14 & 15](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-illustration-graphic-design-showcase-may-14/) - City of Dublin, FET, Ballyfermot Southwest Campus, our graduates of the college's Higher National Diploma in Animation , Illustration and Graphic Design are at The Bank, The Digital Hub, Thomas Street on May 14th and 15th. On foot of two years- these graduates have been developed their creative industries portfolio- through specialist skillsets and industry
- [Animation and Game degree students visit Larian Studios](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-game-degree-students-visit-larian-studios/) - Game Design, Animation, and Immersive Media Production degree students from Ballyfermot Southwest Campus (formerly known as Ballyfermot College) were treated to a warm welcome and presentation by lead studio professionals with specialities in disciplines including Scripting, Writing and Narrative, Lighting, Cinematics, VFX, Dev, Production, Publishing, IT, and Tools. About Larian Founded in 1996, Larian Studios
- ['Crucible' End of Year Gig April 29 & 30](https://www.bcfe.ie/crucible-end-of-year-gig-april-29-30/) - Our Musical end of year event ‘CRUCIBLE’ will take place in the Workman’s Club on Tuesday April 29th and Wednesday April 30th, doors open 7.30pm. The students from both the Rock School and Music Production would really appreciate the support. Link to tickets and more event info can be found on eventbrite. Tickets are €5. Hope to see you
- [Trad End of Year Gig 2025 May 1st](https://www.bcfe.ie/trad-end-of-year-gig-2025-may-1st/) - Join the Ceoltóir students as they present a Night of Traditional Music & Song. All welcome! When Thur 1st May 2025, 8pm - doors open 7pm Where Áras Chrónáin, Clondalkin Tickets Admission €7, Concession €5
- [Black Shamrock visit](https://www.bcfe.ie/black-shamrock-visit/) - Lovely to meet the fab crew from Black Shamrock again. They came to the college today to give the Game and Animation students an overview of what they can expect in jobs in the games industry from animation to 3d Art, game design and game production. Two of the speakers were graduates of our Higher
- [Art, Craft & Design Awards 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-craft-design-awards-2025/) - The City of Dublin Sports & Culture Council Art, Craft & Design Awards are now open for applications. We would like you to “RELECT” on your year at college and choose creative work you are most proud of and have completed as part of your coursework in any college across the City of Dublin ETB. . This
- [Student website 'Synthetica' nominated for SMEDIAS](https://www.bcfe.ie/student-website-synthetica-nominated-for-smedias/) - Media website synthetica.ie has been nominated for Website of the Year, in the National Student Media Awards (SMEDIAS). Additonally, two BCFE journalism students have been nominated in individual categories. Jack Whelan was nominated in the Sports Writer of the Year category. Katie Hurley has been nominated for her features in the Journalism relating to Science and
- [Music Grad Conor Hamilton supports Damien Dempsey](https://www.bcfe.ie/music-grad-conor-hamilton-supports-damien-dempsey/) - Conor Hamilton - Graduate of HND in Music Production - special guest supporting Damien Dempsey at the Windmill Live series. Full article on HotPress
- [Marcin Zapedowski wins ‘Best Game Sting’ at Animation Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/marcin-zapedowski-wins-best-game-sting-animation-dingle/) - Game Design degree students at Ballyfermot Campus build original concept games around the theme ‘passion’. All mini games feature the festival mascot, An Phiast. Marcin’s game is a bit of a treasure hunt, where players are tasked with finding items of local significance within the colourful backdrop of Dingle town at night (of course).
- [Photography & Content Creation Students host Showcase Mar 26th](https://www.bcfe.ie/final-year-photography-content-creation-students-host-showcase-mar-26th/) - Date Wednesday March 26th 2025 Exhibition Opening 5.30pm Venue Ballyfermot Library, Dublin 10 Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) is proud to announce the Final Year Photography Exhibition by its Content Creation and Photography students. Hosted at Ballyfermot Library, this special showcase celebrates the culmination of two years of creative and technical development by a new
- [Active Consent Awareness Taining](https://www.bcfe.ie/active-consent-awareness-taining/) - BCFE is delivering Active Consent Awareness Taining to students on Monday the 24th March, and Tuesday 25th March 2025. More information on Active Consent here #ETBIWEEK
- [24th March | Biodiversity Meadows and Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/biodiversity-meadows-and-education-exploring-possibilities-around-living-labs/) - Exploring Possibilities around Living Labs When 24th March 2025, 12-2pm Where The Arts Block, Room A23 Following the creation of our biodiversity meadow at the Main/Media building, we are pleased to announce that the college will be creating a second biodiversity meadow at the Arts Block, and will draw on input from teaching, maintenance and admin
- [Students Council presents Open Mic](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-council-presents-open-mic/) - Open Mic will take place on Wednesday, March 26th, 3pm for ETB week. #ETBIWEEK
- [Student Animation screened at DIFF](https://www.bcfe.ie/student-animation-screened-diff/) - Chloe Forde's animation film was selected and screened at the recent DIFF Dublin International Film Festival (20th Feb - 2nd Mar) and is currently screening under fresh screens on RTE Player.
- [Empowering Futures: Ballyfermot College Celebrates International Women’s Day 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/empowering-futures-ballyfermot-college-celebrates-international-womens-day-2025/) - For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment. Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) is proud to present Empowering Futures: Ballyfermot College Celebrates International Women’s Day 2025, an inspiring and gender-inclusive event designed to equip young professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build successful careers. This year’s United Nations International Women’s Day theme—"For
- [Game Design student Gavin Cummins wins Black Shamrock Scholarship](https://www.bcfe.ie/game-design-student-gavin-cummins-wins-black-shamrock-scholarship/) - Gavin is in his final year of the Game Design degree course at Ballyfermot Campus. In 2024, Principal Cecilia Munro of Ballyfermot Campus signed an MOU with Black Shamrock to launch the first ever scholarship fund for students, following discussions between Industry Liaison Orla Daly, Deputy Principal Ken Rea, Course Coordinator Gwen Fagan, and Robert
- [BCFE win @ Folk Music Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-win-folk-music-awards/) - There was a big contribution from former BCFE students at the RTE Folk Music Awards last night. Congratulations to former Trad student Sinead Lynch who's band Landless (in photo) won the Best Folk Group Award. The award for Best Traditional Singer was presented by former Trad student Daoirí Farrell. Another former Trad student Alan Doherty
- [Game Students' Websites](https://www.bcfe.ie/game-students-websites/) - It's finally time to launch our websites for 2025! The game students have been busy making websites, writing reviews and making demos of all sorts of games, and we are now in the marketing phase... If you see anything you like below give them a click, have a read, and maybe even sign up to
- [Dembaya wins the IFTA for Best Animated Short](https://www.bcfe.ie/dembaya-wins-ifta-best-animated-short/) - Since graduating from the Irish School of Animation at Ballyfermot College, alumna Shauna Cullen has been working at Jam Media, where she began as a Production Manager of children’s content. There, Shauna went on to Produce Nova Jones S1, 2, & 3 for the BBC. Dembaya was directed by Borja Guillot, commissioned by RTEjr and
- [Chieftains Kevin Conneff visits BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/chieftains-kevin-conneff-visits-bcfe/) - Six-time Grammy Award winner, Kevin Conneff of the Chieftains, visited the college recently and performed for students in the music department. A big 'thank you ' to Kevin for his generosity in sharing his time and experience with the students. Photos courtesy of Terry Warren.
- [Evaluation of ‘Audio and Music Technology Zambia’ & ‘Establishing a Centre for the Creative Arts at Evelyn Hone College’](https://www.bcfe.ie/evaluation-audio-music-technology-zambia-establishing-centre-creative-arts-evelyn-hone-college/) - Evaluation of ‘Audio and Music Technology Zambia’ & ‘Establishing a Centre for the Creative Arts at Evelyn Hone College’ Download this page in PDF format Terms of Reference January 2025 Acronyms Acronym Acronym Reference AMT Audio & Music Technology – Supporting Vocational Education & Creative Economy in Zambia BCFE* Ballyfermot College of Further Education CDETB City of Dublin
- [SCC Swimming Gala](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-swimming-gala/) - Where ALSAA Swimming Pool When Wed 26th Feb 2025, 10am - 1pm Instructions Senior races are 50m (two lengths) A student may compete in a maximum of three events: two individual events and one relay, OR one individual event and two relays Each participating college must provide one teacher to help on the day Teachers
- [Former student features on RTE's Nationwide](https://www.bcfe.ie/former-student-features-on-rtes-nationwide/) - We would like to congratulate a former BCFE student David McGlynn who featured on Nationwide on RTE last Friday. David was previously a student on one of our Art courses. See the clip here.
- [Public Speaking Competition Feb 13th](https://www.bcfe.ie/public-speaking-competition-feb-13th/) - Where Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1, When February 13th 2025 from 5pm to 7pm Instructions It is important to note that competitors in this competition must be learners where English is NOT their first language. Can each competitor please email the application form to teresa.oleary@ccfe.cdetb.ie All speeches must be no more than 4
- [Open Day Photos!](https://www.bcfe.ie/open-day-photos/)
- [How Daithi’s FET journey opened doors to endless opportunities](https://www.bcfe.ie/how-daithis-fet-journey-opened-doors-endless-opportunities/) - Many Leaving Certificate students are approaching the upcoming exams unsure of what their next steps after school will be. When embraced, it can open a world of endless possibilities, as Daithi O'Toole’s story shows. A passionate sports enthusiast, Daithi initially dreamed of turning his hobby into a career, but as he explored his options, he
- [Nora Twomey and Fabian Erlinghauser of Cartoon Saloon visit Ballyfermot Campus](https://www.bcfe.ie/nora-twomey-fabian-erlinghauser-cartoon-saloon-visit-ballyfermot-campus/) - Art and Animation students were thrilled to welcome Ballyfermot alumni Nora Twomey and Fabian Erlinghauser on Wednesday, 20th January for a presentation by Nora, followed by Q&A and portfolio review sessions where she was joined by Fabian. Nora invited us along on a personal journey of finding like-minded people and the relationships she formed in
- [Ceoltóir Trad Night Thur 30th Jan](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-trad-night-thur-30th-jan/) - BCFE Ceoltóir Students present a night of Traditional Irish Music and Song at The Cobblestone, Smithfield. Thursday 30th January, 2025 Doors Open 8:30pm
- [Open Day Tue 14th Jan 2025](https://www.bcfe.ie/open-day-tue-14th-jan-2025/) - To learn about our courses at Level 5, 5 and BA Hons Level 8. All are welcome to visit the college on our open day - Tue 14th Jan 2025 from 10am - 4pm
- [From Medieval to Digital | An Exhibition of Digital Paintings & Character Designs](https://www.bcfe.ie/from-medieval-to-digital-an-exhibition-of-digital-paintings-character-designs/) - At Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin by students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma course in Classical & Computer Animation from Ballyfermot College of Further Education in Dublin. 13th-27th January 2025 The Animation students from Ballyfermot College of Further Education and Training, were briefed to design backgrounds and characters based on a site visit to Christ Church
- [Content Creation and Photography Exhibition 17 Dec, Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/content-creation-photography-exhibition/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education is proud to announce a student-curated content creation and photography exhibition at Ballyfermot Library. This engaging and insightful exhibition opens at 5.30 pm on Tuesday, December 17th, showcasing a diverse range of works exploring various topics from a day inside an Election Count, to Postcards from Home, Living with Neurofibromatosis
- [BCFE Students in Action at General Election 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-in-action-at-general-election-2024/) - This past weekend, Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) students showcased their talents and gained invaluable real-world experience at the Dun Laoghaire count centre during General Election 2024. Content Creation & Photography student Eoghan Connelly and Radio student Eva Hanaphy worked alongside course coordinator Aisling O’Rourke for Newstalk FM, capturing the energy and emotions of the
- [BCFE Students Shine at Social Media Fest in Wexford](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-shine-at-social-media-fest-in-wexford/) - Photography and Content Creation students from Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) recently attended the prestigious Social Media Fest in Wexford. The event offered a unique opportunity for both first- and second-year students to gain invaluable insights into the ever-evolving world of social media, personal branding, and professional development. Throughout the day, the students immersed
- [Graduation 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduation-2024/) - Graduation is the culmination of our students academic journey and marks the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. It is a day of celebration, reflection, and gratitude. We wish our graduates all the best in the coming years whether they are continuing to study or start employment. Here are some photos you migh
- [Fashion Show Nov 27 - Applications Open](https://www.bcfe.ie/fashion-show-nov-27-applications-open/) - Ican Climate Action Day FASHION SHOW Choose and create an ensemble from our local charity shop (Vision Ireland) and model it on the catwalk! Prizes for best dressed male and best dressed female - AUDIENCE VOTE! Wednesday, November 27th 1.00PM Main Hall Contact Fionnuala at fionnuala.lynch@inchicore.cdetb.ie to take part!
- [Applications Open for Variety Show - Stars on the Rise](https://www.bcfe.ie/applications-open-for-variety-show-stars-on-the-rise/) - Inchicore College of FE will host a Variety Show, ’Stars on the Rise’ on Wednesday, November 27th at 4.30pm. This is an open talent show for all Further Education students in the CDETB and supported by the SCC. All Applications must be submitted to sally.friel@inchicore.cdetb.ie by 5pm, Friday, November 15th and there will be a limit
- [Unlocking LinkedIn for Young Creatives at Ballyfermot College](https://www.bcfe.ie/unlocking-linkedin-for-young-creatives-at-ballyfermot-college/) - In today’s competitive job market, standing out is more important than ever, especially for young creatives breaking into the industry. That’s why Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) recently organized an exclusive visit for students to LinkedIn’s HQ in Dublin, for a session dedicated to mastering LinkedIn for personal and professional growth. The November 5th
- [BCFE Radio Podcast Student RTE Radio 1](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-podcast-student-rte-radio-1/) - RTE Radio 1 Brendan O'Connor show features “The Class of 2024” with Ballyfermot College Radio & Podcast Student Sophie Hynes. Sophie spoke of her journey up to the Leaving Certificate and her serious medical issues that affected it. She tells of how she got work experience in Several radio stations and they all recommended our SOLAS CDETB
- [John Musker from Disney Studios visit to BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/john-musker-from-disney-studios-visit-to-bcfe/) - Wonderful to welcome veteran Disney animator John Musker to our college. As part of his European tour, he visited Ireland- Kilkenny Animated, our college and Brown Bag studios- finishing with a talk at the Lighthouse Cinema. Our students were delighted to hear him speak about his career and hi recent independent production- "I'm Hip"- which
- [FREE!! BCFE Sports Club every Tuesday 4:15pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/free-bcfe-sports-club-every-tuesday/) - When does the club meet Sports Club (Soccer / Badminton / Basketball) will run every Tuesday starting 24th September 2024 at the Ballyfermot Leisure Centre from 4:15pm – 5:15pm. FREE for all BCFE students! Find Ballyfermot Leisure Centre 10 Blackditch Rd Dublin 10 D10 FT20 Get Directions
- [Nursing Room Virtual Tour](https://www.bcfe.ie/nursing-room-virtual-tour/) - Our Nursing Room Virtual Tour is now live! We are delighted to present our new nursing virtual tour. Viewers can navigate the space and click the interactive buttons to change rooms and location within the space. Thanks to Sergio Calabria, Sean Burns, and the students of the Level 5 AR/VR Design and Development Traineeship for
- [BCFE Journalism student shares life-changing Erasmus experience](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-journalism-student-shares-life-changing-erasmus-experience/) - Journalism and Content Creation student Rory McGinn relished every second of his trip to Portugal last summer to work for The Portugal News as part of the Erasmus+ program in BCFE. “This experience gave me a unique cultural immersion in the dynamic Portuguese atmosphere, in addition to expanding my journalistic horizons. I was constantly learning
- [Media Production Management student Washington-bound](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-production-management-student-washington-bound/) - BCFE MPM graduand Dáithí O’Toole has been selected for the prestigious Washington Ireland Program (WIP) for the Class of 2024. Initially hesitant, Dáithí applied, undergoing a rigorous selection process. 500 applied but only 30 were selected to participate. His acceptance marks a significant achievement, reflecting his dedication and skills in leadership and community service. This
- [BCFE Premiere + Graduate Showcase in Animation, Film, Games, and Visual Effects](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduate-showcase-ifi/) - Celebrating Excellence in Animation, Film , Games, and Visual Effects Ballyfermot College of Further Education proudly hosted its annual End of Year Film Exhibition, the BCFE Premiere + Graduate Showcase, at the Irish Film Institute (IFI) on Wednesday, May 28, 2024. This year's showcase celebrates the exceptional achievements of students from BCFE's VFX, Film, Animation,
- [Louise Tighe interviews Eddie Winston about BCFE's Emergence Gigs](https://www.bcfe.ie/louise-tighe-interview-eddie-winston-bcfe-emergence-gigs/) - Former BCFE student Louise Tighe interviews Eddie Winston about BCFE's Emergence Gigs. The interview was released on FM104 by Louise on her show. Listen here
- [Exhibition | The Stories of Roald Dahl](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-stories-roald-dahl/) - An Exhibition of Children's Book Illustration by first year students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation, from Ballyfermot College of Further Education. The exhibition will run from May to September 2024 at the beautiful Rathmines Library. The Animation students at BCFE revisited the stories of Roald Dahl and developed their
- [Ballyfermot Animation Course presentation at ITFS as part of Zeitgeist Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-animation-course-presentation-at-itfs-as-part-of-zeitgeist-ireland/) - On invitation from Animation Ireland, Gwen Fagan and Orla Daly travelled to Stuttgart, Germany as part of the Irish delegation for the ITFS Zeitgeist Ireland focus. Gwen delivered a 30-minute presentation about the Irish School of Animation at Ballyfermot College, complete with archival footage of special guest lecturer Glen Keane and an interview of notable
- [Darragh O'Brien TD first Ministerial visit to Zambia and Evelyn Hone College](https://www.bcfe.ie/darragh-obrien-td-first-ministerial-visit-to-zambia-and-evelyn-hone-college/) - Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien TD completed a first ever #StPatricksDay Ministerial visit to Zambia this week. Zambias Ministry of Technology and Science Minister, Mr Felix Mutati, accompanied Irish Minister Darragh O'Brien and the Irish Ambassador to Zambia, Ms Bronagh Carr, to Evelyn Hone College where they viewed a showcase of
- [First BCFE Climate Justice / Sustainability Event](https://www.bcfe.ie/first-bcfe-climate-justice-sustainability-event/) - On March 11th, we had our first BCFE Climate Justice and Sustainability Event in Ballyfermot Library. Speakers included Senator Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Climate Justice; Eric Dempsey, one of Ireland’s leading bird experts, wildlife author, broadcaster and wildlife photographer; and Tony Walker, student on the Irish Traditional Music Performance and Traineeship in Instrument
- [Back to the Bungalow Exhibition, Ballyfermot Library, from 23rd April](https://www.bcfe.ie/content-creation-illustration-exhibition-ballyfermot-library/) - Back to the Bungalow, new content creation and illustration exhibition opens in Ballyfermot Library. Students of Ballyfermot College were delighted to launch a special exhibition this week. Entitled Back to the Bungalow, the exhibit centres on the work of The Bungalow a family resource centre in Cherry Orchard. Students of the college’s Content Creation and
- [Emergence Music Gigs - Wed 17th & 18th April](https://www.bcfe.ie/emergence-wed-17th-18th-april/) - Date and time Wednesday, April 17, Doors Open 7:30 Location The Workman's Club, 10 Wellington Quay D02 VX36 Dublin 8 Buy Tickets €5 About this event Music and storytelling are integral to Ireland's rich history, and Irish artists have a global reputation for their cultural contributions. Every noteworthy musical journey has a beginning, and here is
- [More Gamer Websites](https://www.bcfe.ie/more-gamer-websites/) - For those of you who enjoyed the first lot of game websites, here's some more! Our Level 5 QQI Games Production students have been hard at work and we’re delighted to share some more of our sites with you and we hope you enjoy them!! Brandon Lynch - Cyberpunk Adrian Egbukaohia - Lots of
- [3D Art Exhibition, Lucan Library, from April 8th](https://www.bcfe.ie/3d-art-exhibition-lucan-library-from-april-8th/) - The 3D Digital and Traditional Art and Design Art Portfolio course is exhibiting in Lucan Public Library from April 8th to 25th. The following students work will be on display: Daniel Byrne, Kara Cassidy Kenny, Emma Curran, Malcolm Davis, Jessica Kearns, Ryan Keogh, Kalvin Lee Venest, Hannah Lynch, Aoife Pakenham-Barry.
- [Game Review Websites Go Live](https://www.bcfe.ie/game-review-website-go-live/) - Our Level 5 QQI Games Production students have been hard at work creating their game review websites since early February. We are now in the marketing phase, and we've love to share some of our sites with you and we hope you enjoy them!! We will add more over the coming weeks as they get
- [BCFE @ Animation Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-dingle/) - Staff & students of the Games and Animation courses visited the Dingle Animation Festival this weekend. Congrats to Rian Lambe, one of our Games Degree students, for winning Best Games Sting, sponsored by 2K Games. High standard competition in the Big Pitcher and excellent pitch by second year Classical & Computer Animation student, Persephone Humph
- [BCFE Animation success at the RTS Student Awards 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-success-at-the-rts-student-awards-2024/) - Tooth be Told, recent graduate film produced at the Irish School of Animation at Ballyfermot College wins best Animation at the RTS Student Awards
- [Pinpoint The Private Eye to be Screened at Animation Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/pinpoint-the-private-eye-to-be-screened-at-animation-dingle/) - The animated short "Pinpoint -The Private Eye" produced and directed by American Animator Harry Hess, in association with RTE, will be screened at Animation Dingle this year on Friday 22nd March, in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary. The film Pinpoint has been rediscovered and lovingly restored and will be shown in honour of Harry Hess, one of the founding fathers of Animation Education in Ireland. Pili Duncan, teacher of Design on the animation course
- [Black Shamrock Talk and Portfolio Review](https://www.bcfe.ie/black-shamrock-talk-portfolio-review/) - Representatives from Black Shamrock came to BCFE today to meet our students and to give a talk on working with Black Shamrock. Students from Games, Immersive Media and Visual Effects attended the talk in the Main building while the Animation, Illustration and Graphic Design students attended in the Art Building. In addition to the talk
- [City of Dublin ETB Photography Awards 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/city-of-dublin-etb-photography-awards-2024/) - Several BCFE students placed well in the City of Dublin ETB Photography Awards 2024 In 4th place was Mila Voskoboenko, and in 5th was Nathan O'Callaghan, both from our one year Level 5 course in Cinematography Mentions Three students from our new Photography and Content Creation course, Shannon Irvine, Amber Kelly & Francesca Ford, were also
- [Illustration teacher wins at Irish Book awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/book-illustrated-by-bcfe-teacher-wins-at-irish-book-awards/) - Margaret Anne Suggs, a teacher on our HND in Illustration Course, did the illustration for 'Pigín of Howth'. This wonderful book has won the Bord Gais Energy Irish Book of the Year Awards in the 'Children's Junior' category. About the book This utterly delightful picture book introduces children to an unforgettable pig, the beautiful seaside
- [Illustration graduate works on 'Celtic Tales' publication](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graduate-works-on-celtic-tales-publication/) - O'Brien Press have recently published 'Magical Celtic Tales'. This was illustrated by BCFE Illustration graduate Fergal O' Connor and written by Una Leavy. Fergal O' Connor He remarked 'It was certainly a great learning experience. It was also very satisfying to find the book on the shelves of bookshops on the day of publishing, October 10th.
- [Illustration Course Field Trips](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-course-field-trips/) - Over the last few months, students of the HND in Illustration Course have had a number of field trips and guest lecturers to enhance their study. Illustrator's Ireland show A trip to Athone to visit the Illustrator's Ireland show 'Without The Words' at The Luan Gallery was really inspiring. Students also took part in 'The Big
- [IDEATE - Exhibition of graduate work from Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration HND students](https://www.bcfe.ie/ideate-exhibition-graduate-work-fibre-art-graphic-design-illustration-hnd-students/) - BCFE Graduation Show for our Higher National Diplomas in Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration will take place in the Cow Shed at Farmleigh, Phoenix Park from May 17th – 21st. All are welcome. Opening times: Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat & Sun 12pm – 4pm. Map PRESS RELEASE "Ideate" the 21st Graduate Design
- [Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-graphic-design-illustration-exhibition/) - Exhibition of graduate work from Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration HND students The BCFE Graduation show for our Higher National Diplomas in Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration took place in the Cow Shed at Farmleigh, Phoenix Park from May 17th – 21st. Video Did you miss us? Never mind - you can come
- [Illustration Graduates Exhibiting Throughout Dublin](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graduates-exhibiting-throughout-dublin/) - A number of graduates from the Higher National Diploma in Illustration are exhibiting at different venues throughout the city
- [Fibre Art, Illustration, Graphic Design Graduates Exhibit at Art Source](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-illustration-graphic-design-art-source/) - BCFE is delighted to participate in the annual Art Source exhibition at the R.D.S. this weekend 9th-11th November. Graduates Theresa Doyle, Ina Olohan (Fibre Art), Harry Conway, Ray Farrelly (Illustration) and Rachel Corcoran (Graphic Design) will showcase their work (see below) over the next few days among a variety of established contemporary artists. Art Source
- [BCFE Illustration students at the Copper House Gallery](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-students-copper-house/) - 'No Fixed Abode': a fundraiser combating homelessness Two of our students, Alaina Flynn and Theresa Doyle, donated their work for a recent exhibition called 'No Fixed Abode' at the Copper House Gallery, running from 1/11/17 to 22/12/17. This work was an element of 'Ideas in Context' module in the second year of their programme. All funds raised
- [Illustration Students Link With Local Residents To Celebrate Ballyfermot's 70th Birthday](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-students-link-local-residents-celebrate-ballyfermots-70th-birthday/) - 2nd year Illustration students recently met with a local group of Ballyfermot residents, Communiversity, which offers adults the chance to do a free university course through their local library. The theme is centred around the celebration of Ballyfermot as a community for 70 years. The BCFE Illustration students were tasked with utilising their skills for
- [Illustration Graduate wins Children’s Books Ireland prize](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graduate-wins-childrens-books-ireland-prize/) - Tangleweed and Brine wins Children’s Books Ireland prize Deirdre Sullivan, right, with Karen Vaughan who illustrated her collection of tales A collection of dark feminist retellings of fairytales is the Children’s Books Ireland book of the year. In Tangleweed and Brine, written by Deirdre Sullivan and illustrated by Karen Vaughan, stories from Cinderella to Rumpelstiltskin and
- [Children's Book Illustration Exhibition July 2018](https://www.bcfe.ie/childrens-book-illustration-exhibition-2/) - Aesop's Fables Exhibition of Children's Book Illustrations by first year students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation from Ballyfermot College of Further Education, will take place at Rathmines Library July 2018.
- [BCFE HND Illustration Exhibition at Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-hnd-illustration-exhibition/) - Between now and Thursday, the HND Illustration students from BCFE are showcasing some of the work that has been accomplished since the start of the year. The first year students are exhibiting their artist trading cards, which were developed as a piece of art that could be traded between artists that shows their own style
- [Exhibition of Childrens' Book Illustration in Ballyfermot library](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-ballyfermot-library/) - Our 2019 BCFE exhibition by first year students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation will take place from 1st May- 31st May 2019 (see the link to our poster below: Illustration by Alan Worrall). Exhibition Poster
- [Graduate Exhibition Graphic/Illustration HNDs May 14th-May 19th at Farmleigh](https://www.bcfe.ie/narrative-graduate-exhibition-graphic-illustration-higher-national-diplomas/) - This exhibition profiles the work of graduates of our Higher National Diplomas in Illustration and Graphics. Graduate work on display showcases a visual narrative resulting from focused individual research and practice within disciplines such as illustration, packaging, digital media and typography. Through their education at BCFE, students explore art and design through traditional and contemporary
- [BCFE Illustration Exhibition at Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-illustration-exhibition/) - The Illustration Exhibition showcases the work from the past six months from both the first- and second- year illustration students ranging from Inktober pieces to mixed media ‘beard’ projects. It will also be showing individual pieces by the second years from their charity calendar for Focus Ireland which was sold at Dublin Comic Arts Festival
- [The HND in Illustration Course Celebrates Recent Book Publications](https://www.bcfe.ie/the-hnd-in-illustration-course-celebrates-recent-book-publications/) - There has been cause for celebration recently on the HND in Illustration as both graduate Caoimhe Hennessy and teacher Margaret Anne Suggs, published new books. Caoimhe, who left the course in May 2020, has illustrated "The Mindful Walk", written by Harriet Beth Carr to promote mindfulness for children. It is Caoimhe’s first published book and
- [7 Animation, Graphics and Illustration graduates to exhibit at Art Source](https://www.bcfe.ie/7-animation-graphics-illustration-graduates-exhibit-art-source/) - This year, 7 graduates from Animation, Graphics and Illustration will be exhibiting at Art Source at the RDS (Nov 12th - 14th). We've included bios and associated images for some of the students below. Caoimhe Hennessy is an artist and illustrator from Dublin. Growing up in a family of musicians, Caoimhe found her love for all
- [Children's Book Illustration Exhibition May 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/childrens-book-illustration-exhibition-may-2022-3/) - First Year Students of the Classical & Computer Animation Level 6 course are exhibiting Children's Book Illustrations at Ballyfermot Library May 2022. The exhibition features the stories of Hans Christian Anderson. Illustration by Michaela Bartley.
- [Illustration Graduate Niamh Fay @ Art Source 22](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graduate-niamh-fay-at-art-source-22/) - The work I do is heavily inspired by fantasy work. such as ‘Lord of the rings’ and ‘The Hobbit.’ A large majority of my work is done digitally, mainly because it’s what I have advanced my skills in the most, but also because it means I can produce and create work from anywhere in the
- [1st Year Illustration Students Showcase Artist Books at The Dublin Art Book Fair, Temple Bar](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-students-showcase-dublin-art-book-fair/) - The 1st Year Illustration students (AIH) are currently featuring a collection of hand-bound, hand-illustrated books at the annual Dublin Art Book Fair at Temple Bar Gallery. They are exhibiting alongside a wide range of established and emerging artists who are presenting their creative responses to the given theme ‘A Caring Matter’. The students' interpretations explore stories of
- [Graduate's Design & Illustration Work Featured on The Late Late Toy Show ](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduates-design-illustration-work-featured-on-the-late-late-toy-show/) - Congratulations to Grace Enemaku a graduate of the HND in Graphic Design at BCFE Grace illustrated Deborah Somorin’s beautiful children’s book ‘ I Believe in You’ which was featured on the Late Late Toy Show. Grace is an award winning designer and illustrator. In 2021 , she co-founded DesignOpp, an initiative to champion diversity for people
- [HND Illustration Student's Comic Published in 'College Connect' Report](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-illustration-students-comic-published-in-college-connect-report/) - Big congratulations to recent BCFE Illustration graduate, Dominique Ng whose work was published as part of a report, launched today, by the College Connect programme. Dominique created an illustrated comic to present findings from research carried out between College Connect and various communities. The aim of the study was to investigate progression trends and barriers
- [Exhibition of work by Illustration & Graphics Mon 8th May](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-of-work-by-illustration-graphics/) - The exhibition of work by students from the Higher National Certificate courses in both Illustration Level 6 AIH and Graphic Design Level 6 AGH opens on Monday May 8th at 6.30 pm in the Ballyfermot Library, and will run until the end of May.
- [Illustration Graduates Published in Book Collaboration](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-graduates-book-collaboration-published/) - Congratulations to two of BCFE's Illustration (AIH) graduates this week, Amy Greene and Alanna Ni Mhiachain, on the publication of their work in a graphic novel for children. This was a collaborative project with various other colleges to which Amy and Alanna applied their illustrative skills to help communicate various subjects to young readers. "Harmonic is a
- [Student-Run Website ‘Mind Over Media’ to launch Wednesday, March 13th](https://www.bcfe.ie/student-run-website-mind-over-media-to-launch-wednesday-march-13th/) - 2nd Year students from BCFE’s Radio & Podcasting Production and Journalism & Content Creation courses, will be celebrating the launch of their mental health and wellness-inspired blog website, Mind Over Media, next Wednesday, March 13th, in the BCFE canteen, from 12:00 pm. Mind Over Media is the first stop on your journey towards working on
- [Active* Consent Week - BCFE Campus, 11th to the 15th March](https://www.bcfe.ie/active-consent-week-bcfe-campus-11-15-march/) - You can change your mind about any activity at any time (and so can your partner) - even after you've agreed to do something! More info about Active Consent. Please check your bcfe emails for further information and do the e-learning module if you can.
- [BCFE's Day Off!](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfes-day-off/) - Do you remember the movie? Our Media Production & Content Creation & Photography students had a fantastic day @nationalgalleryofireland A special thank you to our tour guide Valerie who made us feel so welcome.
- [BCFE Exhibition "Animating History at the Old Guinness Brewery"](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-exhibition-animating-history-old-guinness-brewery/) - Students from BCFE's Animation department are now exhibiting at the Guinness Storehouse. The BCFE Exhibition "Animating History at the Old Guinness Brewery" will continue for an extended period of time, at the world's leading tourist attraction, The Guinness Storehouse. The exhibition will run throughout the busy St. Patrick’s Day season, until after Easter, and will
- [Open invite to attend BCFE First Public Climate Event 11th March - Exhibition, Talks, Screenings, Live Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-first-public-climate-event-exhibition-talks-screenings-live-music/) - I would like to extend an invite to all students and teachers Art Block and Main Building and to the broader community to BCFE's first Public Climate Event at Ballyfermot Library on 11th March - organised as part of BCFE's Ecology / Sustainability Initiative. We are hoping that this will become a much bigger more
- [From BCFE to Senator](https://www.bcfe.ie/from-bcfe-to-senator/) - The staff of the Nursing Studies, Early Learning and Social Care programmes, as well as the management of BCFE, had the great pleasure in welcoming Senator Eileen Flynn to the college. She first spoke to our students about her Journey from BCFE to Senator. Her enthusiasm and genuineness was an inspiration to both students and
- [International Band & Business Camp 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/international-band-business-camp-2024/) - The International Band & Business Camp 2024 (IBBC) was held in Hammelburg, Germany, with more than 100 students and teachers from six different countries in attendance. Students from the HND in Contemporary Music Performance, the HND in Music Production, and the BA in Media Production Management in BCFE took part. The camp has been held
- [Photography Competition 2024](https://www.bcfe.ie/photography-competition-2024/) - Pearse College of Further Education are delighted to host the 2024 SCC Photography Competition for Further Education (FET). We are accepting entries now - via email (JPEG) only please. Details attached on Entry Forms below. Winners on 1st, 2nd, 3rd places in each category will win Vouchers from Conns Cameras. A large selection of work will
- [IFX student receives Emmy recognition](https://www.bcfe.ie/ifx-student-receives-emmy-recognition/) - A former IFX Visual Effects and 3D Technology student, Declan O'Connor has been recognised for his contribution to the Childrens Emmy award win for 'Ada Twist, Scientist'. The children's series made by Brown Bag Films for Netflix won several awards in the ceremony on Saturday night. Read more
- [HND Film Graduate wins Best Student Short Film at DISFMF](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-film-graduate-wins-best-student-short-film-at-disfmf/) - Congratulations to Alek Nowak, BCFE HND Film Graduate, for winning the Best Student Short Film Category at the Dublin International Short Film and Music Festival 2023. Alex directed Knots, a 16 minute drama.
- [Windmill Lane welcomes VFX students](https://www.bcfe.ie/windmill-lane-weclcomes-vfx-students/) - Windmill Lane welcomed the amazingly talented VFX students from Ballyfermot College for a studio tour this week! "Pride in our Past - Faith in our Future!" Wall mural by BCFE graduate Holly Pereira
- [BCFE shortlisted in the Education Awards ‘Best Erasmus project ‘Category](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-shortlisted-in-the-education-awards-best-erasmus-project-category/) - BCFE has just been notified that we have been shortlisted in the Education Awards ‘Best Erasmus project ‘Category! We pride ourselves on industry led, vocationally relevant projects and jobs for all our Erasmus participants. Huge thanks are due to our cooperating companies across Finland, Malta, Netherlands, Spain Germany and Portugal
- [Delighted to be a part of Africa Day celebrations at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. ](https://www.bcfe.ie/africa-day-celebrations-royal-hospital-kilmainham/) - Creative Connections, an exhibition of contemporary visual art from Zambia, will open on Wednesday 24th May in The Irish Architectural Archive, Merrion Square East for four days to Saturday 27th May. This landmark exhibition brings the work of three leading Zambian visual artists, Patrick Mumba, Mulenga Chafilwa and Mwamba Mulangala, to Dublin. The paintings by
- [Open Day Wed Jan 17th](https://www.bcfe.ie/open-day-jan-2024/) - BCFE Open Day, Wednesday 17th of January 2024 from 10am - 4pm Location Maps | Interactive Tours
- [BCFE Features in ETBI Newsletter](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-features-in-etbi-newsletter/) - BCFE are delighted to be featured in Education & Training Boards Ireland Newsletter BCFE pilot new professional class major award in Early Learning and Childcare In 2021/22, Ballyfermot College of Further Education piloted a new Level 5 QQI Award in ELC, providing graduates with the professional standards necessary to work in and progress as the new professional
- [Virtual Reality students visit Game of Thrones Studio](https://www.bcfe.ie/virtual-reality-students-visit-game-of-thrones-studio/) - Virtual and Augmented Reality Traineeship students visit Game of Thrones Studio in Banbridge, Co Down #gameofthrones An inspiring and awesome trip where our trainees got to see behind the scenes of the including the art department, production, costume, prosthetics and set design, even an opportunity to try out the throne #augmentedreality #virtualreality #bcfe #fet
- [AR/VR @ Eirmersive "Onward"](https://www.bcfe.ie/eirmersive-onward/) - BCFE was represented at the Eirmersive "Onward", new Immersive Industry event supported by Meta, which took place on 29th November in Huckletree, Dublin 2. This event featured the leading thinkers, companies and product demonstrations from the world of Augmented and Virtual Reality, ‘Onward’ aims to bring the industry together to network, share cross-sector knowledge and
- [Augmented & Virtual Reality Trainees visit Emagine in Waterford](https://www.bcfe.ie/augmented-virtual-reality-trainees-visit-emagine-waterford/) - The Augmented and Virtual Reality Traineeship (DAV) students really enjoyed their visit to Emagine; a virtual reality company in Waterford. They were accompanied by Joanne Hogan and Sean Burns on the trip. Big thanks to all the team at Emagine for accommodating us with their time and expertise.
- [Photos | BCFE Graduation](https://www.bcfe.ie/photos-bcfe-graduation/) - BCFE Graduation was held on Thursday 17th of November 2022 in the Helix, DCU. Graduates from the 2021/2021 and 2021/2022 academic cohorts received their awards.
- [Exhibition of Children's Book Illustration by students of the Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-childrens-book-illustration-by-students-of-the-higher-national-diploma-computer-classical-animation/) - Ballyfermot Library will display an exhibition of children's books' illustrations by students of the Animation course. The exhibition will be on display for the month of May. Higher National Diploma in Computer and Classical Animation Students currently completing the first year of a two year Higher National Diploma in Computer and Classical Animation produced the work on
- [Game developer Paul Conway meets Game Design and Animation students](https://www.bcfe.ie/8141/) - The Game Design and Animation students were delighted to meet Paul Conway, a multi- award winning indie game developer, on a Zoom call recently. Paul is a past BCFE Game Design graduate. He runs his own Game Design company called Spooky Doorway in Galway. He discussed the ups and downs of running a Games start
- [International Game Jam](https://www.bcfe.ie/international-game-jam/) - During the February mid-term break, our HND game students and BA-level game design students participated in an international game jam run by some of our Erasmus partners in GLU, Utrecht. Participating countries included Ireland, The Netherlands, Sweden, and Finland. Students were randomly placed in collaborative groups of 4-7 that worked together using Discord, where they were partnered with one
- [Film + Animation + Games + Visual Effects BCFE IFI@Home](https://www.bcfe.ie/film-animation-games-visual-effects-bcfe-ifihome/) - Animated shorts this academic year has referenced a range of ideas from European mythological foundation to the human experience of commuting through a social-health crisis. There are equally bizarre and unlikely scenarios also to tantalize the imagination The showcase will be officially opened by Sean Cunningham, BCFE animation alumnus and recently founder of Studio Meala
- [BCFE Games Erasmus Project](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-games-erasmus-project/) - BCFE gaming students had the unique opportunity to work with CSE Entertainment Finland on the acclaimed iWall as part of their Erasmus + placements. Thanks to Juha in CSE as well as the Gaming department team in KAMK University #BCFE #Games #CDETB #Solas #ErasmusExcitement #Erasmus+ #Leargas #KAMK #CSEEntertainment
- [Video | Games student Oisín discusses his experience](https://www.bcfe.ie/video-games-student-oisin-discusses-his-experience/) - Advanced Games Production & Design student Oisín talks about his experiences on the course and in BCFE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s71VTD5nJy4
- [Larian Studios Producer talks to Games Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/larian-studios-producer-games-students/) - John O’Brien, a former BCFE game design student popped into Game and Animation students on Thursday morning for a talk on his role as a Producer with Larian Studios. He delivered a fantastic guest lecture on what it takes to be a producer in the rapidly growing games industry. Our students were also put to
- [Games students Erasmus+ trip to Finland](https://www.bcfe.ie/games-students-erasmus-trip-to-finland/) - Our DGH gaming students just sent their latest photos form their Erasmus+ trip to Finland which we in BCFE had to share with you! This could be you next year - BCFE has approximately 100 student and staff mobilities annually across Finland, Malta, Germany, Netherlands and Portugal. DGH students are working on a live industry
- [Graduate Showcase Visual Effects, Film, Animation, Games 7pm, IFI Wed 24th May](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduate-showcase-visual-effects-film-animation-games/) - Visual Effects + Film + Animation + Games Design 7pm, IFI Wednesday 24th May 2023 IFI, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland The original promotional art is sourced from ‘Ruff Patch’, a collaborative Animated Film Short. The original colour-script concept is produced by Stephen Donnelly derived from a combined 2D/3D formatted Animation Short
- [BA(Hons) degree in Immersive Media Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/bahons-degree-in-immersive-media-production/) - We are very excited to be part of the super initiative announced today by Simon Harris TD. It's a new affordable way to earn your degree, start your BA(Hons) degree in Immersive Media Production here at BCFE and complete it with IADT #CAOPointsNotNeeded #CreateYourFuture #ThisIsFET #ETBStrongerTogether Find out more about the syllabus and how to apply.
- [Runamuck Challenge Sat 2nd March](https://www.bcfe.ie/runamuck-challenge-2nd-march/) - The RUNAMUCK CHALLENGE is an exciting event scheduled to take place on the 2nd of March. It is an event that promises to be a great day out for Ballyfermot College students and staff. Participants can expect a thrilling and action-packed day, filled with various obstacles and challenges. Tickets €25.68 (inc booking fee) Where Coolcarrigan
- [New Podcast launched by Minister Catherine Martin](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-podcast-launched-by-minister-catherine-martin/) - Music and the Mind podcast is a new podcast series which explores the connection between music and wellbeing. The show is presented by Shane Mitchell, known to us from the band Dervish and by psychologist Shane Martin. The show is produced by recent BCFE Radio & Podcasting course student graduate, Amandine Passot Devine who is
- [SCC Public Speaking Competiton](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-public-speaking-competiton/) - This years SCC Public Speaking Competition is happening on 24th January in Crumlin College at 1pm. Closing date for Application Forms is 4pm Friday January 19th 2024. Please send the application forms to teresa.oleary@ccfe.cdetb.ie
- [Table Tennis Tournament 17th Jan](https://www.bcfe.ie/table-tennis-tournament-17th-jan/) - When & Where Rathmines College 17th Jan 1pm Scan the QR code to enter
- [SCC Creative Writing Competition](https://www.bcfe.ie/scc-creative-writing-competition/) - Sports & Cultural Council Creative Writing Competition Entries should be emailed to: sccwritingcompetition@outlook.com Closing date 9 February 2024 SCC Creative Writing Competition 2024 Application Form Winners will be notified by 18th March 2024. There will be an Awards Ceremony in the Teachers' Club, 36 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1 on 21st March 2023.
- [BCFE Radio student Alumni Tracy Clifford RTE 2FM Featured on RTE Guide Cover](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-student-alumni-tracy-clifford-rte-2fm-featured-rte-guide-cover/) - Tracy Clifford, former Ballyfermot College Radio student is featured on the front cover of this week’s RTE guide with a large Cover Story inside. Tracy did the Radio Course and then went onto complete the Media Management Degree here in Ballyfermot College Tracy is an amazing talent and it was obvious she was destined for
- [MJH2 Journalism students visit Newstalk](https://www.bcfe.ie/mjh2-journalism-students-visit-newstalk/) - Great visit with MJH2 Journalism students to Newstalk. We met Adrian Barry, Director of 'Off The Ball', which produces more than 5 hours a day across TV, audio and social media. He gave students great advice about content creation. And we had the pleasure of meeting former student, Emily Carroll who is the OTB Imaging
- [Photography Exhibition at Ballyfermot Library | 12 Dec, 5pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/photography-exhibition-ballyfermot-library/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education is proud to announce a student-curated content creation and photography exhibition at Ballyfermot Library. This engaging and insightful exhibition opens at 5 pm on Tuesday, December 12th, showcasing a diverse range of works exploring human experiences and mental health topics. Featuring videos and photographs that delve into subjects like bipolar disorder,
- [Think Again Scholarship](https://www.bcfe.ie/think-again-scholarship/) - Recent BCFE Nursing graduate Leona McGreevy photograped with Minister of Social Protection, Heather Humphreys at the announcement of the €7,000 income disregard for the Think Again Scholarship, which is specifically for the support of women in Higher Education. Leona is in her first year of Children's and General Nursing in UCD and bringing with her
- [Guest Speaker for Music Students | Accessibility of Live Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/guest-speaker-music-accessibility-live-music/) - Brian Cleary discussed sudden hearing loss and the importance of accessibility of live music, theatre and other events for people with hearing aids and cochlear implants with students from the HND in Music Production today. His blog at www.noisysilence.ie details his experiences of sudden hearing loss, severe tinnitus and regaining access to stereo sound again
- [BCFE graduates are exhibiting at Art Source, RDS](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduates-exhibiting-art-source-rds/) - BCFE graduates have been invited to exhibit at Art Source, RDS Calvin Lynch - Illustration Graduate I’m Calvin Lynch, an illustrator based in Dublin, Ireland. I specialise in producing narrative works such as comics, graphic novels and storyboards. I work primarily in a digital format but have a lot of experience in traditional media, my
- [Aidan McAteer, animation graduate, talks to current students](https://www.bcfe.ie/aidan-mcateer-animation-graduate-talks-current-students/) - Animation and Games students were invited to hear from Aidan McAteer, graduate of Ballyfermot College of Further Education, about his journey in the animation industry, exploring visual narrative, his different roles within the industry and lessons from his experience. Aidan McAteer has two decades of experience in animation, working in Dublin, London, Vancouver and Singapore.
- [BCFE Sports Club Starting October 24th](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-sports-club/) - Every Tuesday & Wednesday (during term) from 4:15pm to 5:15pm @ Ballyfermot Leisure Centre We'll be playing badminton, basketball & soccer & it's FREE for all BCFE students More info on Sports and Cultural Committee. Ballyfermot Leisure Centre 10 Blackditch Rd Dublin 10 D10 FT20 Get Directions
- [TUD visit BCFE Business students re MOU](https://www.bcfe.ie/tud-visit-bcfe-business-students-mou/) - This week our Level 6 Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship students had a visit from Siobhan Killion Lecturer in Business Management, TUD Tallaght and Roisin Donnelly Head of School of Management, People & Organisations, Faculty of Business, TUD Tallaght to learn more about our new collaboration with the TU. Pictured above Roisin & Siobhan of TUD with BCFE
- [Two BCFE graduates are exhibiting at Art Source, Cork](https://www.bcfe.ie/two-bcfe-graduates-exhibiting-art-source-cork/) - For the first time- BCFE graduates have been invited to exhibit at Art Source, next weekend. Adele Walsh and Leon Lamby are graduates of HND in Fibre Art and Illustration - respectively. Looking forward to seeing both graduates- each exhibiting different content and formats in their art works - one illustration and the other ceramic.
- [PLC Bursary for Displaced Persons (Ukraine) Scheme 2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/plc-bursary-for-displaced-persons-ukraine-scheme-2023/) - The PLC Bursary for Displaced Persons (Ukraine) Scheme is designed to provide financial help to people who want to study a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course and: are living in Ireland have been granted temporary protection (under section 60 of the International Protection Act 2015) For moreinformation and to apply, see PLC Bursary for Displaced Persons
- [Minister Harris announces significant capital investment in BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/minister-harris-announces-significant-capital-investment-in-bcfe/) - Speaking in Ballyfermot today, Minister Harris said: “Ballyfermot College of Further Education and the campus here is one of the largest providers of Further Education in the country and I’m delighted that your proposal to enhance the facilities here has been successful and will now move to the next stage of development. This funding will
- [BCFE Radio Student Alumni Sharon Tobin Appointed as New RTÉ News: Six One Presenter](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-student-alumni-sharon-tobin-appointed-new-rte-news-six-one-presenter/) - Huge congratulations to former Ballyfermot College Radio Student Sharon Tobin. Sharon was just appointed and debuted as the new RTE News Six One Presenter. Not alone do we fondly remember Sharon and her class, but she remains in contact with us and this term presented our BCFE Graduation Ceremony. Sharon has spoken very positively about
- [Guinness Storehouse Animation Students' Exhibition now showing](https://www.bcfe.ie/guinness-storehouse-animation-students-exhibition/) - Work by final year, students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Classical & Computer Animation from Ballyfermot College of Further Education in Dublin, is on exhibition as part of The Guinness Storehouse Experience. The Animation students visited the Old Guinness Brewery site at St. James’s Gate where they produced visual research based on locations
- [Financial Support up to €1,500 for Cherry Orchard Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/financial-support-1500-cherry-orchard-students/) - Financial Support up to €1,500 for anyone living in Cherry Orchard area, participating in further, higher education, training, apprenticeships, part-time, full-time and short courses. Contact Sarah on 01-6235612 sbowes@bcpartnership.ie or drop into 4 Drumfinn Park, Ballyfermot, for more information and application forms, or scan QR code below. Closing date 22nd Sept 2023.
- [BCFE Radio Student Alumni Sharon Tobin “Leaving Cert and Me” ](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-student-alumni-sharon-tobin-leaving-cert-and-me/) - BCFE Radio Student Alumni Sharon Tobin “Leaving Cert and Me” Are you Reflecting on how you done in the Leaving Certificate and wishing to explore broader pathways? RTE did a recent series called “Leaving Cert and Me” in which former Ballyfermot College student Sharon Tobin spoke about her Leaving Cert Journey which took her to BCFE
- [BCFE Radio Student Alumni Shireen Langan “Rethinking her Career Choice”?](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-student-alumni-shireen-langan-rethinking-career-choice/) - BCFE Radio Student Alumni Shireen Langan “Rethinking her Career Choice”? It’s the time of year when people are especially thinking about career choices. Our very own Shireen has been doing likewise, but in a fun way. Shireen studied on the 2 Year Radio course and then completed the Media Management Degree Recently promoted to her
- [Washington Ireland Program selects BCFE student for 2023 class](https://www.bcfe.ie/washington-ireland-program-bcfe-student-2023-class/) - A second year that FET is eligible to enter the Washington Ireland Program and the second year BCFE has a student selected to the final WIP class! Paul Shannon, we are so proud of you and a little bit envious too as you start your career journey being part of the WIP 2023 class in
- [Journalism student published in the Portugal News](https://www.bcfe.ie/journalism-student-published-portugal-news/) - In BCFE we care deeply about our students and celebrate their achievements! Here is an article published this week in the Portugal News and written by first year Journalism student Rory McGinn who is completing a 3 week Erasmus work placement in Portugal! Lisbon’s cycling future looking good Well done Rory! No doubt the first
- [BCFE's Biodiversity Meadow](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfes-biodiversity-meadow/) - BCFE has become the second CDETB college to pioneer a nature-friendly approach to parts of our grounds; the other is Ballsbridge CFE (See All-Ireland Pollinator Plan 2021-2025 Supporters). In our biodiversity meadow, mowing will be in line with All-Ireland Pollinator Plan guidelines, geared towards biodiversity. "No-Mow May" The "no-mow May" element of the AIPP, whereby
- [Exhibition of Grimm's Fairy Tales - now at Rathmines Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-grimms-fairy-tales-rathmines-library/) - An Exhibition of Children's Book Illustration by first year students of the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computer & Classical Animation from Ballyfermot College of Further Education, is now up at Rathmines Library. This will run from June until the end of the summer.
- [BCFE sign MoU with Black Shamrock - a Virtuos Studio](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-sign-mou-with-black-shamrock-a-virtuos-studio/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education is delighted to be the first college to sign an MoU with Black Shamrock - a Virtuos Studio. Our Principal, Cecilia Munro and Vice Principal , Kenneth Rea signed the memorandum of understanding with Elaine Reynolds and Rikki Morris of Black Shamrock last Wednsday, 24th May 2023. This also marks the
- [New course in Business Analytics with Entrepreneurship for September 2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-course-in-business-analytics-with-entrepreneurship-for-september-2023/) - BCFE is delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new course in Business Analytics with Entrepreneurship. This new QQI level 6 course will offer students the opportunity to develop their analytical and entrepreneurial skills and learn what it takes to make an impact in the business world. Commerce the world over has changed and evolved
- [BCFE Magazine is here!](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-magazine/) - Created by BA Media Production Management student Paul Shannon as his end-of-year media project, the digital magazine features work from students across BCFE’s various media and arts courses. “I wanted to create the magazine as an interdisciplinary collaborative space for BCFE students,” said Paul. “The college is chock-full of talented individuals who are producing exemplary
- [A dozen BCFE graduates worked on award winning film!](https://www.bcfe.ie/dozen-bcfe-graduates-award-winning-film/) - The Woman King has just won the VFX award at the IFTAs. Listed below are all the BCFE graduates involved in the project - there are a dozen! These came from a range of BCFE courses including VFX HND, VFX Traineeship, Cinematography, Animation and Film. Needless to say that everyone here at BCFE is delighted
- [Ceolchoirm - Traditional music and song, May 4th, 9pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceolchoirm-night-traditional-music-song/) - Bcfe Ceoltóir Students present Ceolchoirm - A night of traditional music and song Thursday May 4th 9pm (Doors open 8:30) Áras Chrónáin, D22X856 Admission €7, Concessions €5
- [Contemporary Music Performance Gig 26th & 27th April, 8pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/contemporary-music-performance-end-of-year-gig-26th-and-27th-april-from-8pm/) - End of year Gig! Workmans's Cellar, 8pm, 26th & 27th Apr, 2023. Tickets €8 (two nights) and €5 (one night)
- [A revelation of learning: How Further Education works.  ](https://www.bcfe.ie/a-revelation-of-learning-how-further-education-works/) - PRESS RELEASE Oireachtas Education Visit 22/03/23 Further Education can and does work: Oireachtas Education Committee visits Ballyfermot College. Staff and students of Ballyfermot College of Further Education were delighted to welcome the Oireachtas Education Committee to the college this week led by our own Graduate Senator Eileen Flynn. The visiting members toured the new professional
- [Former student Robbie Coleman (aka Row-B) announced as 98FM's A New Local Hero winner](https://www.bcfe.ie/former-student-robbie-coleman-aka-row-b-announced-as-98fms-a-new-local-hero-winner/) - Former Music Production Level 6 PEH student Robbie Coleman (aka Row-B) announced as 98FM's A New Local Hero winner Dublin's 98FM is the next radio station to unveil its overall winner for A New Local Hero: with Row-B coming out on top! The artist also known as Robbie Coleman made the jump from Dublin's underground rock scene into rap
- [Damien Dempsey visits BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/damien-dempsey-visits-bcfe/) - Thank you to former Rock School (PRH) student Damien Dempsey (damiendempsey.com) and his producer and band member John Reynolds for coming to visit our Music students last Thursday. The students watched Damien’s amazing documentary “Love Yourself Today” in the Anna Brett Hall at BCFE before Damien and John surprised the students and kindly took time
- [Video | Art, Graphics & Journalism 'Men's Shed' exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-graphics-journalism-exhibition/) - BCFE would love to invite you to our up-coming show in the Ballyfermot Library for Art, Graphics And Printmaking Level 5 and the first year Journalism and Content Creation Level 6 students. The students of Art, Graphics and Printmaking have teamed up with the first year journalism students to document Ballyfermot and the lads from the Ballyfermot
- [BCFE Students Exchange Art Skills With Foróige](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-exchange-art-skills-foroige/) - Last week, BCFE students from Illustration and Graphics participated in an exciting and creative event, The Art Hack, in collaboration with Foróige. This fun and exciting day saw both sets of students exchange and share skills, learn from each other and engage in conversations around creative ideas and processes. Techniques such as handlettering, character design,
- [Best Erasmus shortlist for BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/best-erasmus-shortlist-bcfe/) - Excited to say that BCFE has been nominated for the Best Erasmus Category in the Education Awards. Being an accredited Erasmus College is something we are very proud of! Wonderful to see more recognition of the work of PLC colleges and our Erasmus project. Each year we send at least 65 Learners abroad to work
- [BCFE Prospectus 2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-prospectus-2023/) - View the BCFE Prospectus 2023-2024 on Issue Download the BCFE Prospectus 2023-2024 in PDF format
- [Oscar Mania at BCFE! Congrats again to Richie Baneham!](https://www.bcfe.ie/oscar-mania-at-bcfe-congrats-richie-baneham/) - Ballyfermot College is celebrating! We are super proud of animation graduate Richie Baneham for winning yet another Academy Award, for his role as animation supervisor on Avatar: The Way of Water. The Tallaght-born native previously won an Oscar in 2010 for Best Visual Effects on the first Avatar film– the highest grossing movie of all time. Background
- [Fresh out of film school to the IFTAs](https://www.bcfe.ie/fresh-out-of-film-school-to-the-iftas/) - Keith Creighton and Anderson Ganguilet just graduated from BCFE’s Visual Effects course in 2022 and in the same year had their names in the credits of The Woman King which has just been nominated for an IFTA. Ganguilet is chuffed: "I definitely didn't see that coming when I started my studies two years ago. The hard work
- [#IWD2023 Live Panel Show](https://www.bcfe.ie/iwd2023/) - Thank you to everyone who helped make our #IWD2023 event a roaring success. Our presenter and speakers were fabulous. Our 3D Digital and Traditional Art and Design students did a wonderful job with the on stage logo. The Visual Effects students produced great motion graphics for the title sequence. The Radio students brought loads of
- [Video | Harp Playing International Women's Day Celebration](https://www.bcfe.ie/video-harp-playing-international-womens-day-celebration/) - To celebrate international Women's day here are Pauline O Shea and Lidia Pajda , two of our 2nd year traditional music students playing harps which they made last year. Students on the instrument making strand of the Ceoltóir course also make flutes, Uilleann Pipes and Mandolins. The instrument making tuition is delivered in partnership with
- [BAFTA brought home to Ballyfermot](https://www.bcfe.ie/bafta-brought-ballyfermot/) - On the 19th of February 2023, Ballyfermot College graduate Richie Baneham won his 2nd BAFTA for Best Special Visual Effects for his work on Avatar: The Way of Water. It was a big deal for the students and staff of Ballyfermot College. The win was all over the social media platforms of the college and
- [Cabin Crew Training Day at Waterford Airport](https://www.bcfe.ie/cabin-crew-training-day-waterford-airport/) - RTC Travel & Tourism Level 5 were at Waterford Airport for an intensive training day in cabin crew and check-in.
- [Live-streamed Panel Show for International Women’s Day March 8th](https://www.bcfe.ie/live-streamed-panel-international-womens-day-march-8th/) - My name is Ciara McGovern. I am a media degree student at Ballyfermot College. For my media project, I am producing a live-streamed panel show within the college to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, ie this coming Wednesday. The show in Anna Brett Hall aims to showcase successful alumni of BCFE’s media department.
- [Lynn Guthrie gives talk and portfolio clinic at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/lynn-guthrie-gives-talk-and-portfolio-clinic-at-bcfe/) - Thank you, Lynne Guthrie, Design Supervisor- at Brown Bag - graduate of Degree Animation/B.A. in Visual Media- for her generous professional practice talk- on roles in Animation industry - both 2d and 3d Animation, pipelines, tips for portfolio, best practice. Engaging and massively informative content. Thank you Followed with in-depth, individual portfolio clinics for games
- [Ballyfermot College ‘buzzing’ as two former students up for Oscars](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-college-buzzing-as-two-former-students-up-for-oscars/) - Students and staff at Ballyfermot College of Further Education are “buzzing” as two former students are currently up for Oscar awards. Richie Baneham is nominated for Best Visual Effects at the 95th Academy Awards for his work on Avatar: The Way of Water. Another former Ballyfermot student, Jillian Beechur, worked on three of the five
- [Journalism graduate reaches Irish Times debating competition final](https://www.bcfe.ie/journalism-graduate-reaches-irish-times-debating-competition-final/) - Congratulations to journalism graduate Theo McDonald for reaching the final of the Irish Times debating competition, which took place on Friday. Theo graduated from the HND in Journalism and Content Creation at BCFE in 2021 and is now completing the BA in Journalism in DCU. 150 contestants took part in the competition, which is an
- [Open Evening Tue March 14th 2023 4-7pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/open-evening-tuesday-march-14th-2023/) - Come along to the Open Evening at Ballyfermot College of Further Education on March 14th from 4-7pm. You will be able to chat to our dedicated team about the many opportunities at the college for school-leavers and mature students alike. Still not sure what to put on the CAO form? Don’t worry. Only half of
- [18 IMRO wins for BCFE Radio Production & Podcasting Alumni at Industry Awards ](https://www.bcfe.ie/18-imro-wins-for-bcfe-radio-production-podcasting-alumni-at-industry-awards/) - Ballyfermot College Radio Programming Production and Podcasting alumni students have won in 18 awards at the IMRO national radio awards. Yet again the former students have won an exceptional number of awards. As ever Many of them will be visiting Ballyfermot College to give a talk and recruitment of the Radio Programming and Podcasting Students
- [All Stars and No January Blues for Radio Students in BCFE  ](https://www.bcfe.ie/all-stars-and-no-january-blues-for-radio-students-in-bcfe/) - 2023 and January started well for the former and current students of the Radio programming and Podcasting course at Ballyfermot College of Further Education SPIN 1038 All new Weekday shows took to air, Michaela Hayes started in SPIN 1038 from 10am to 3pm Daily. Michaela was a music director and presented a successful talk show too.
- [Graduates’ films at Dublin International Film Festival ](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduates-films-at-dublin-international-film-festival/) - A big shout out to Tania Notaro and James Fitzgerald whose short films are being screened at this year’s Dublin International Film festical (DIFF). Set in 90s Dublin, Tania Notaro’s directorial debut Glitterbug features two young female DJs whose dreams of making it big in London are crushed when one of them is diagnosed with HIV. Tania
- [Richie Baneham wins Special Visual Effects Academy Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/richie-baneham-wins-special-visual-effects-academy-award/) - Irish animator Richard Baneham and his colleagues won big at the British Academy Film Awards last night. The Academy award-winning animator and his team collected the award for special visual effects on blockbuster film Avatar: The Way of Water. Mr Baneham, who is from Tallaght, has worked on some of the world’s biggest movie productions
- [Logistics students visit Lidl Regional Distribution centre](https://www.bcfe.ie/logistics-students-visit-lidl-regional-distribution/) - Further cementing our relationship with Lidl Ireland, we were privileged to visit the Lidl Regional Distribution centre in Mullingar and were in awe of the facility post €100 million development on the site! Our logistics trainees were delighted to meet Lidl HR as well as Warehouse Deputy Manager Barry who took time out of their
- [Daoirí Farrell Interview](https://www.bcfe.ie/daoiri-farrell-interview/) - A big interview with Daoirí in the month's edition of The Irish Music Magazine. The interview can be accessed here on page 18. Daoirí Farrell talks to Seán Laffey about his career to date and his new album, which will be released at the end of February 2023. Daoirí in BCFE He is very generous
- [BCFE film grad Jillian Beecher worked on 3 Production Design Oscar nominees](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-film-grad-jillian-beecher-worked-on-3-production-design-oscar-nominees/) - Amid all the Irish Oscar nominations let's not forget production designer and art director Jillian Beecher who worked on three of the five Production Design nominees: Babylon, Elvis and Avatar: The Way of Water. Jillian studied Cinematography and Film at BCFE and is now forging a highly successful career in art direction in Hollywood. Her
- ['Student Social' website launch](https://www.bcfe.ie/student-social-website-launch/) - This week the journalism students launched BCFE`s student website (The Student Social). To help us celebrate in style was Minister for the environment, climate, communications and transport Eamon Ryan, Ballyfermot College graduate, Damien O`Meara from RTE sport and the Spin 1038 breakfast presenters Dave, Emma and Aisling. Thank you to everyone who got involved. If
- [Ritchie Baneham Oscar nomination for Visual Effects on new Avatar movie](https://www.bcfe.ie/ritchie-baneham-oscar-nomination-visual-effects-avatar/) - Avatar: The Way of Water's Richard Baneham - an Oscar winner for his work on the original movie - is among the Best Visual Effects nominees. Baneham originally trained as an animator here in BCFE. The Banshees of Inisherin and An Cailín Ciúin are also among the nominees. Ireland has enjoyed a record-breaking year at
- [World Skills Logistics Gold medal Winner Megan Yeates talks to Logistics students](https://www.bcfe.ie/medal-winner-megan-yeates-talks-logistics/) - We were so delighted and thrilled to welcome World Skills Logistics Gold medal Winner Megan Yeates to BCFE today! Huge thanks are due to Megan for an outstanding presentation on the exciting career prospects ahead for our students. Apply now for a place on our Logistics Traineeship!
- [Social Care do SafeTALK Suicide First Aid training](https://www.bcfe.ie/social-care-safetalk-suicide-first-aid-training/) - BCFE Social Care Students engaged in vital training in Suicide First Aid today by completing SafeTALK training. Many thanks to George Brogan from Break Through who provided this training in conjunction with the HSE. Additionally, many thanks to Ballyfermot Library for allowing us to use their space. This training prepares our students to recognise and
- [HND Business graduate awarded TUD Student of the Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-business-graduate-awarded-tud-student-of-the-year/) - Dylan Robinson, graduate of the HND in Business progressed to TUD and was awarded Student of the Year in Batchelor of Business degree class 2022. Dylan says BCFE's Business Course and modules played an instrumental role in preparing and equipping me with the skills, knowledge and tools to be successful when I entered TUD. The
- [New course in Photography and Content Creation for September 2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-course-in-photography-and-content-creation-for-september-2023/) - BCFE is delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new course in Photography and Content Creation. This new level 6 Higher National Diploma will offer students the opportunity to kickstart their creativity and learn what it takes to make an impact online. Media may have moved on from print publications but the power of an
- [Video | Rock School students release EP](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-students-release-ep/) - It’s an exciting release day for our Rock School Vocal students and their version of 'I Lose Myself Completely' by Wallis Bird. This track and video is the featured lead single from the 'Handing It Over' EP released by Walls on December 9th 2022. We are so happy to have been involved in this project
- [Events | Week of 12th December](https://www.bcfe.ie/events-week-of-12th-december/) - Wednesday 14th December Christmas Choir (BSC and RTL) 12-2pm in the social area in the main building Thursday 15th December BCFest (PRH, PEH, PTH, ITH) in the Anna Brett Hall in the media building Christmas Jumper Day (RTL) (in support of Children's Charity Ireland/Children's Health Foundation) Friday 16th December All classes finish for the Christmas
- [Former radio student discusses coming out in Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/coming-out-in-ireland/) - Former radio student and BBC journalist Simon O'Leary discusses coming out in Ireland For as long as BBC journalist Simon O'Leary can remember, he has always known he was gay. But as a child the idea terrified him, and he experienced suicidal thoughts. Now, he has returned to Dublin to reflect on his journey. Ireland
- [Join Us!](https://www.bcfe.ie/join-us/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Best Short Film at the Smedias!](https://www.bcfe.ie/best-short-film-at-the-smedias/) - This film is funny, clever and sad! See Aleksander Novak's film, Metamorphosis. Winner of Best Short Film at the Smedias 2022. Aleksander Novak is a student on our Level 6 Film course. This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the
- [Traditional Music with Instrument Making [Video]](https://www.bcfe.ie/traditional-music-instrument-making/) - Find out more about Irish Traditional Music Performance, Instrument Making, Repair and Maintenance
- [20th Anniversary Gig](https://www.bcfe.ie/20th-anniversary-gig/) - A 20th Anniversary Gig For Ballyfermot Rock College Class of 97 HNDM Music Management & Media Studies will take place in the Grand Social Dublin on Sunday 12th November.
- [Active Consent Week](https://www.bcfe.ie/active-consent-week/) - This week is Active Consent Week in BCFE. Follow the link to Consent Hub.ie for more informaiton on Active Consent.
- [BCFE @ Healthcare Fair](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-healthcare-fair/) - Today representing BCFE at Intreo Office Tallaght at their Healthcare Fair, Caroline McKenna Cooper was delighted to meet a recent graduate of our Business and Medical Administration course (BMC), Ms Jennifer Woods. Jennifer now works at Terenure Homecare Services as an Administrative and Scheduling Officer. Find out more about our Health and Social Care courses
- [Former BCFE Media Student Trishauna Archer featured in Irish Time Article](https://www.bcfe.ie/former-bcfe-media-student-trishauna-archer-featured-in-irish-time-article/) - During college Trishauna started with the Niall Boylan Talk Show as well as moving on to present her own shows on Open FM, BEAT 102-103, 98FM and the week night FM104 Talk show presenter. She has also presented features on the TODAY Show which she has also Co Presented with Dáithí Ó Sé. See the
- [Social Care students attend CAIRDE talk](https://www.bcfe.ie/social-care-students-attend-cairde-talk/) - The BCFE Social Care students had a wonderful talk with Emilia Marchelewska from CAIRDE today. They learned about the ethical and moral considerations relating to migrants and Mental Health in Ireland.
- [ADT @ Dublin Book Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/adt-dublin-book-festival/) - BCFE attended Dublin Book Festival this week. Thank you to everyone involved. Some amazing work from our Art, Design & 3D Studies and Illustration Techniques and Practices students. #bcfe #dublinbookfestival #ThisIsFET
- [Photos | Art Source 22](https://www.bcfe.ie/photos-art-source-22/) - Sales made! Great experience! Graduates excited and appreciated the opportunity! All good! If you are interested in becoming an artist or animator check, out our range of Art & Design, and Animation courses!
- [Adrian McKenna workshop with Social Care students](https://www.bcfe.ie/adrian-mckenna-workshop-with-social-care-students/) - Today, Adrian McKenna, Member of the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU and Manager at Crosscare, provided a workshop to the BCFE Level 6 Social Care Students. He gave an inspiring talk on marginalisation, education as rehabilitation, PCP, mental health and marginalisation. Many thanks Adrian, hope to have you back soon!
- [BCFE Social Care students are on tour](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-social-care-students-are-on-tour/) - Today the Social Care students visited the Phoenix Clubhouse in Clondalkin to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Clubhouse. They met the clubhouse members and received a warm welcome as they learned about the person-centred recovery service available at the Clubhouse. In the photo, please see some of the SVC students with the Phoenix Clubhouse
- [Sara Serpilli @ Art Source 22](https://www.bcfe.ie/sara-serpilli-art-source-22/) - Sara Serpilli is a multidisciplinary artist who is currently living in Dublin. She studied Contemporary Art and Photography in Paris, and recently graduated with a Higher National Diploma in Art and Design (Graphic Design) at Ballyfermot College. Her style is influenced by surrealism, psychology, taxonomy and Italian metaphysical paints, and she works across different media
- [Graphic Design Graduate Chiara @ Art Source 22](https://www.bcfe.ie/chiara-agh-graduate-at-art-source-22/) - Graphic Design graduate Chiara is taking part in Art Source 22.
- [Ciara Malone, Animator, exhibits @ Art Source 22](https://www.bcfe.ie/ciara-malone-animator-exhibits-art-source-22/) - In the middle of the night, a beautiful art museum sits, we think its quiet and still. But a certain cleaning utensil has other plans. Maurice the Mop comes to life in the late hours of the evening. The mop thought he was in for a calm night doing what he does best, cleaning. Along
- [Dublin ETB to receive $500,000 cybersecurity support](https://www.bcfe.ie/dublin-etb-to-receive-500000-cybersecurity-support/) - The City of Dublin Education Training Board (ETB) is to receive $500,000 worth of cybersecurity support from IBM. The grant will sponsor IBM Service Corps volunteers to address cybersecurity resiliency. This is a huge opportunity for CDETB, and BCFE, to ensure the education we provide is better protected from cyber threats. The CDETB is proud to
- [Bill Hodman Guest Lecture](https://www.bcfe.ie/bill-hodman-guest-lecture/) - Students from our Animation, Film and VFX courses one year, two year and degree level - attended our guest lecture with Bill Hodman- alumni of the college. Insightful and generous in sharing experiences and practice within the animation industry -both 2D and 3D Bill Hodman Bill was born and grew up in Arthurstown, a small town in
- [NEW!! BCFE Sports Club](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-bcfe-sports-club/) - The BCFE Sports Club will meet at Room 1 in Main Building at 4pm on Thursday 20th oct 2022. The first Sports Club Night is Tue Oct 25th, 4pm-6pm in Ballyfermot Leisure Centre. All students welcome! For more information contact Anthony Higgins - anthony.higgins@bcfe.cdetb.ie
- [Animation alumni Bill Hodman to visit on Oct 24th](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-alumni-bill-hodman-to-visit-on-oct-24th/) - Bill Hodman, animation alumni of Ballyfermot College is giving a talk on his work and practice next Monday October 24th 10am at the Anna Brett Hall, Media Building. All animation students are welcome to attend. Bill Hodman Bill was born and grew up in Arthurstown, a small town in County Wexford, Ireland. He moved to
- [Trad students celebrate Harp Day 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/trad-students-celebrate-harp-day-2022/) - BCFE Traditional Irish Music students celebrated Harp Day 2022 on Friday the 7th of October 2022. Celebrations included the display of Harps made on the Traditional Irish Traineeship in the Traditional in conjunction with Na Piobairi Uilleann along with a group session playing these wonderful instruments in BCFE on Friday.
- [Graphic Design graduate Helen O'Higgins features in Irish Times](https://www.bcfe.ie/graphic-design-graduate-helen-ohiggins-features-in-irish-times/) - Graphic Design graduate Helen O'Higgins discusses her career as Art Director in Creative Advertising. She's won a plethora of design awards since graduating in 2019 and is quickly becoming a star in creative advertising. Read about Helen in the Irish Times article Talentspotting: Meet the nation’s next generation of mad men and women.
- [Rock School students assist Foster and Allen](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-students-assist-foster-and-allen/) - BCFE's Rock School students assist Foster and Allen in their "reinvention" named "Foster & Allen: Lost in Music". Episode 1 of this new TV Documentary shows how BCFE students provide advice and guidance to Foster & Allen on their journey. See it here Foster & Allen: Lost in Music Episode 1
- [Media Graduates front new show on RTE  ](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-graduates-front-new-show-on-rte/) - RTÉ One is home to a brand-new current affairs series, Monday Night Live, which began on October 3rd. Journalists and BCFE graduates Mark Coughlan and Sharon Tobin are hosting the series along with David McCullagh and Louise Byrne. The show will deal with the major issues affecting people, including the housing shortage, childcare, and climate change. Congratulations Mark
- [Journalism graduate podcast series 'Beneath the Skin'](https://www.bcfe.ie/journalism-graduate-podcast-series-beneath-the-skin/) - Journalism graduate Tomás O Máthúna is garnering a lot of attention both here and abroad for his compelling podcast series Beneath the Skin. "It's simply a good podcast to put on throughout the course of the day," according to Eoghan O'Sullivan in The Irish Examiner. The podcast was also featured in the Weekend Podcast in
- [Children's Book Illustration Exhibition May 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/childrens-book-illustration-exhibition-may-2022-2/) - First Year Students of the Classical & Computer Animation Level 6 course are exhibiting Children's Book Illustrations at Ballyfermot Library May 2022. The exhibition features the stories of Hans Christian Anderson. Illustration by Michaela Bartley.
- [Mature student tells of her experience in BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/mature-student-tells-of-her-experience-in-bcfe/) - My Experience in BCFE The first couple of days I was so nervous returning to college to do a course as a mature student in my 40s, as I did not know anyone, but I soon made friends within our class-group. I had no experience of using a laptop for completing assignments, but I soon
- [Student Film screened at ‘Spook Screen’ film festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/student-film-screened-at-spook-screen-film-festival/) - Shana Gannon, Katelyn Doyle, Karolina Skrzypek, Leia Montenegro, Jessica Blair, Cathal Reason, Saoirse Browne and Aoife NiMheara won the ‘Spirit of the Festival’ award at the ‘Spook Screen’ film festival in Cork at the weekend for their short film ‘Director’s Cut.’ The group began the film towards the end of CCH1 (first year of Classical
- [RTE’s Sharon Tobin recommends Further Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/as-a-way-to-get-into-journalism-further-education-works/) - “I decided I was still interested in broadcasting and journalism and a teacher advised me to put together my portfolio and demos from my student radio work. I applied to Ballyfermot College of Further Education’s Higher National Diploma in Radio Production.” says Sharon Tobin, journalist and newsreader with RTÉ. BCFE Radio & Podcasting Course and
- [18 IMRO Radio Awards Nominations for BCFE Radio & Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/18-imro-radio-awards-nominations-for-bcfe-radio-media/) - 18 IMRO Radio Awards Nominations for BCFE Radio & Podcasting Course and Media Degree Graduates. Ballyfermot College HND in Radio and BA Media Production Management have been nominated for the Industry National Radio awards over 18 times across 11 categories. In some categories BCFE Alumni make up 3 of the 5 possible nominees. Categories include Best
- [Study at BCFE and see the world](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe-and-see-the-world/) - 65 BCFE students are just back from fully funded Erasmus placements in Finland, Portugal, Germany and Malta. It was an amazing opportunity for the students from diverse courses to work in different countries without putting their hand in their pocket. Within 48 hours of stepping inside the offices of The Portugal News, BCFE journalism student
- [Public Art Installation by former Graphic Design student Mimi Seery](https://www.bcfe.ie/public-art-installation-former-graphic-design-student-mimi-seery/) - Mimi Seery, who studied Graphic Design at BCFE in 2018, has received her first public art commission from Westmeath County Council and Create Ireland, running from 3-22 September. It will also be included in this years Culture Night program. See left and for a shot of the installation, and below for a short video of
- [BCFE Radio student videos and podcast on their Erasmus+ trip to Helsinki, Finland](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-students-discuss-erasmus-trip-helsinki-finland/) - BCFE Radio students recently returned from an Erasmus+ trip to Helsinki, Finland. They have made a series of videos (below) as well as a podcast on their experiences, recently retweeted by the Irish Embassy in Finland. Two Irish Erasmus+ students talk to other ‘ice-pats’ on Helsinki and Tampere; a merry podcast on ice, techno, hockey, salmon
- [BCFE Animation & Games Graduate Showcase 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-games-graduate-showcase-2017/) - Graduates of BCFE's Animation & Games courses exhibited their showcase work recently. Now, if you missed it don't worry! Take a look at our video to see what they made... This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQGXwccgiSY
- [Study Media at BCFE: Radio, Television, Journalism, TV, Film, Presentation](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-media-bcfe-radio-television-journalism-tv-film-presentation/) - BCFE has a limited number of places available on its Media Courses starting in the coming weeks. Courses are offered from certificate to honours Degree level in Radio, Television, Journalism, TV, Film, Presentation and more. Videos Have a look at the videos for the one-year Diploma in Media and Broadcasting and two-year Higher National Diploma
- [BCFE staff and students attending the Young Irish Film and Animation Networking Event](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-networking-event/) - BCFE staff and students will be attending the Young Irish Film and Animation Networking Event on Thursday 21st of October 2019. See the programme for the event below.
- [Celebrate BCFEST on Thursday 12th December](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfest-2-2/) - BCFEST will be taking place next Thursday 12th December in the Anna Brett Hall (doors 10.00am). Music will be by the Contemporary Music Performance Course (Rock School) and Irish Traditional Music Course. A raffle for the local St Vincent DePaul will take place just before the interval at 12.45pm: there will be lots of nice
- [ART SALE 12th December Arts Block](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-sale-12th-december-2/) - ART SALE INFORMATION The art sale will be held on December 12th, starting at 9am in the Arts Block and heading over to the Main Building at around 12 (see photos and sample art from last year's event left and below). This year, we are raising money for the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. We are
- [BCFE Ceoltóir Christmas Concert (for Capuchin Day Centre) Dec 10th](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-ceoltoir-students-christmas-concert/) - See our poster (left) for the Ceoltóir Christmas fundraiser next Tuesday (doors 8.30pm) at the Cobblestone Pub on Smithfield Square, Dublin 7. Funds raised go to the Capuchin Day Centre and the excellent work that they do.
- [Jan 6th John Sweeney to speak on 'Climate Justice' at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/john-sweeney-climate-justice/) - Noted climatologist and commentator on climate change John Sweeney (pictured below) of Maynooth University will speak on the crucial question of 'Climate Justice' at BCFE 1.15pm Monday Jan 6th. This will be our third John Stitt Memorial lecture. See our poster left designed by our very own Declan Finn, coordinator of the Graphic Design course. A
- [Exhibition: Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies Portfolio Course](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-art-design-three-dimensional-studies-portfolio-course/) - See SCULPTURE BOOKS featuring Work by students of Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies Portfolio Course (ADT). See your favourite stories come alive with Sculpture Books at Ballyfermot Library on display in room 3. This will be another collaboration between the library and the talented Art, Design and Three-Dimensional students of BCFE who will return
- [BCFE Fundraiser Feb.16th Workman's Club](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-fundraiser-feb-16th-workmans-club/) - From Hot Press: "The iconic Ballyfermot Rock School is hosting a showcase of their most promising talents, headlined by Callous Crows, in benefit of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre on 16 February. The Rock School Ballyfermot (BCFE) are set to hold a showcase on February 16 at the Workman's Club in support of the Dublin
- [CDETB BCFE Visual Media ( Animation) pending Annual Showcase](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-graduates-exhibit-pending-dublin-ireland/) - Animation Graduates' Showcase in Dublin Ireland: pending Our student animated shorts this academic year have referenced many issues associated with living in a Covid-19 lockdown. Student themes across several genre have created narratives around; cleaning homes, challenging work routines, obsessive gaming culture, domestic recycling and relentless gardening practices. Productions were in-progress since September 2019 and
- [BCFE Virtual Graduation Friday 4th of December](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-virtual-graduation-friday-4th-december/) - BCFE’s Virtual Graduation and Conferring of Awards 2020 Friday 4th of December 2020 at 2pm Go to Graduation page!! BCFE is happy to announce to our 2020 graduands, their families and their friends, that we are holding a Virtual Graduation next Friday 4th of December 2020 (see the attached letter for more detail). The photographs
- [BCFE Traditional Music Course Christmas Benefit Concert](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-traditional-music-course-christmas-benefit-concert/) - Fáilte - welcome to the Ceoltóir Christmas concert 2020. Ceoltóir is the Higher National Diploma in Traditional Music Peformance, offered by Ballyfermot College of Further Education in Dublin, Ireland. BCFE Traditional Music Course organised a Christmas Benefit Concert for the Capuchin Day Centre, Bow St. Dublin. This Concert was recorded in BCFE under Covid restrictions.
- [Dean DeBlois speaks to Animation Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/dean-deblois-speaks-animation-students-2/) - Dean DeBlois is one of the world's leading animation screenwriters/directors. He wrote and directed 'Lilo and Stitch' and the 'How to Train Your Dragon' trilogy. He has been nominated for an Academy Award several times. On 24th February, Dean kindly spent two hours chatting to animation students via Zoom. It was a very casual affair,
- [Dil Wickremasinghe meets BA Media Production Management Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/dil-wickremasinghe-meets-ba-media-production-management-students/) - Dil Wickremasinghe – broadcaster, psychotherapist and campaigner for equality – joined a Zoom call with the BA Media Production Management students on 23rd of March. She spoke about overcoming challenges growing up in Sri Lanka, and after her arrival in Ireland. She discussed her media experiences working with community radio station Phoenix FM and Newstalk. Throughout, she stressed
- [BCFE Graduate Showcase 4-7pm, IFI May 31st 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-virtual-exhibit-4-7pm-ifi-may-31st-2021/) - 4-7pm, IFI May 31st 2021 IFI (IFI@Home is the virtual hosting facility provided by the IFI venue) 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland Confirmed so far: a screening of student animation productions, which were generated across two academic years. Details may be added on other courses. This year’s showcase includes a selection of
- [Arts Block students' self portraits](https://www.bcfe.ie/arts-block-students-self-portraits-online-classes/) - Our Arts Block students (animation, graphics and art) have created self portraits in a mix of media reflecting their time in online classes this past year (click on the image below).
- [Creative Art Workshops Link With Local Schools](https://www.bcfe.ie/creative-art-workshops-link-local-schools-2/) - Over the last months, BCFE linked with local schools to deliver online workshops in art-based activities. The first of these was a set of two workshops in Creative Notebooks and Experimental Drawing with the 5th Year pupils in Kylemore College. The aim is to provide content that is relevant to their Leaving Cert art folders
- [BCFE Induction and Course Commencement Dates](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-induction-course-commencement-dates/) - BCFE is currently planning and preparing for classes to take place on campus as per the instructions of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research Innovation and Science (DFHERIS). BCFE can facilitate online delivery should circumstance’s change. BCFE is currently planning Induction and Course Commencement to take place during the weeks outlined below (please
- [Presentation to Paul Crone](https://www.bcfe.ie/presentation-paul-crone/) - Presentation to Paul Crone Director of NAPD and former Director of Schools, to thank him for all his support from Ballyfermot College of Further Education.
- [ADM End of Year Show May 31st, Civic Centre, Ballyfermot](https://www.bcfe.ie/adm-end-year-show-may-31st-civic-centre-ballyfermot/) - Art, Design & Mixed Media End Of Year Show Event 6pm, May 31st, Civic Centre, Ballyfermot Featuring live bands from BCFE rock school!
- [Smock Alley Industry Day](https://www.bcfe.ie/9015-2/) - Our BCFE graphic design and illustration graduates are working hard preparing for their Industry Day at Smock Alley. @smockalleytheatre #Graphics #illustration #bcfe #college #thingstodo #smockalley #templebar
- [Art, Graphics & Printmaking Exhibition 4/4/22 - 29/4/22](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-graphics-printmaking-exhibition/) - The Art, Graphics & Printmaking course is exhibiting from today in Ballyfermot Library. The exhibition will run from 4 April 2022 until the 29 April 2022.
- [BCFE Radio and Degree student featured in Irish Times Cambodia](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-degree-student-featured-irish-times-cambodia/) - BCFE Radio and Degree student featured in Irish Times Cambodia Donal Mulvey a former Ballyfermot Radio student has been featured in a very interesting article in the Irish Times. Donal talks about his journey worldwide including managing as an English editor TTXVN – the official state news agency based in Hanoi Vietnam. The Vietnam news
- [SOLD OUT End of Year Gig](https://www.bcfe.ie/sold-out-end-of-year-gig/) - Peace, Love and Rock-n-Roll What a great night listening to live music. We would like to thank all BCFE students and staff and the staff in the Cellar in the @TheWorkmansClub #imro #hotpress #cdetb #ThisIsFET #
- [2nd year Ceoltóir students play live on RTE Radio 1](https://www.bcfe.ie/2nd-year-ceoltoir-students-play-live-rte-radio-1/) - RTE Radio 1 - Ceili House Lovely to hear BCFE students live on the radio. Listen below to Seamus Ong (Uilleann Pipes / Low Whistle), Liam Stapleton (Flute), Ellie Crowley (Tin Whistle), Jonathan Henderson (Guitar) and Fergus Cahillane (Vocals, Mandolin, Bodhrán). All 2nd year students on the Irish Traditional Music Performance and Traineeship in Instrument Making,
- [Journalism Smedia Winner](https://www.bcfe.ie/journalism-smedia-winner/) - Big Congratulations to Dara O'Leary who won an award for Journalism relating to the environment category at this years Smedia Awards 2022. #smedias #bcfe #cdetb Find out more about our Level 6 Journalism course.
- [Interview with a Life Model](https://www.bcfe.ie/interview-life-model/) - Lois Kapila interviews our life model Francis Ducie. See what he has to say in the Dublin Inquirer article titled "A Life Model Learns, then Vibes, Comfort in His Own Skin". Photo by Lois Kapila
- [Radio and TV Presenter Trishauana Archer Gives Talk](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-bcfe-radio-tv-presenter-trishauana-archer-gives-talk/) - The Radio Programming, Podcast and Production students had former student Trishauna Archer give a very engaging talk. Trish talked about her journey from Jamaica over to Wexford where came up to Ballyfermot to study with us. She spoke of the opportunities we presented in the college through the Niall Boylan Talk Show, Open FM to
- [Funeral of past BCFE student, Irish cameraman killed near Kyiv took place in Dublin this morning.](https://www.bcfe.ie/funeral-past-bcfe-student-irish-cameraman-killed-near-kyiv-took-place-dublin-morning/) - The funeral of past BCFE student Pierre Zakrzewski, who was killed while covering the war in Ukraine as a TV News Cameraman, took place today. The staff of Ballyfermot College is saddened by the passing of this talented and much-loved journalist.
- [Two ICAD Awards for BCFE Graphic Design Graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/two-icad-awards-bcfe-graphic-design-graduates/) - Congratulations to Helen O’Higgins who picked up the ‘Advertising Greenhorn ICAD Award’ and Aisling Brady who picked up the ‘Design Greenhorn ICAD Award’ at this year’s ICAD Awards Ceremony. “The Greenhorn is a special award given to new talent in advertising and design in recognition of exceptional work created over the course of several years.” Helen
- [Lead Designer at Brown Bag Films delivers guest lecture, portfolio reviews](https://www.bcfe.ie/lead-designer-brown-bag-films-delivers-guest-lecture-portfolio-reviews/) - Lynne Guthrie is Lead Designer at Brown Bag Films in Dublin, currently working on productions for studios like Disney and Netflix. Lynne graduated with a first-class honours in 2018 from the Irish School of Animation degree course at Ballyfermot College. While still a student, Lynne secured an internship at Brown Bag, an opportunity which led
- [‘Shelly Banks’ wins Best 2D Short in Animation Dingle Student Category](https://www.bcfe.ie/shelly-banks-wins-best-2d-short-student-category-animation-dingle/) - Congratulations Congratulations to recent graduates Alex Hughes, Caitlin O’Reilly, and Jack Hogan win Best 2D category for their final year short film ‘Shelly Banks’ at the 10th Annual Animation Dingle Festival this year. The Story This short film was conceived as a romantic tragedy: as a lonesome sailor sits in a damp seaside tavern, love
- [Restoring a number of statues from Cherry Orchard Church in time for Christmas](https://www.bcfe.ie/restoring-number-statues-cherry-orchard-church-time-christmas/) - Students on the ADT (Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies ), a one-year art program, have been working very hard on restoring a number of statues from Cherry Orchard Church. The restoration involved completing several repairs on the large fiberglass statues: clearing and priming the statues before stating the colour mixing and finally the task
- [The stories of Roald Dahl have been illustrated by the Higher National Diploma students of the Classical & Computer Animation Course at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/stories-roald-dahl-illustrated-higher-national-diploma-students-classical-computer-animation-course-ballyfermot-college-education/) - You can click on the poster below to view a Flipbook of the work:
- [HND in Graphic Design graduates secure places on ‘ICAD Upstarts’](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-graphic-design-graduates/) - Congratulations to our HND in Graphic Design graduates Nicole O’Connor and Julie Smyth (pictured below) who have both secured places on the coveted ‘ICAD Upstarts’ programme for 2021/22. Places on the programme are won by completing a challenging brief issued by ICAD each year. Once on the course, Upstarts begin by participating in a series
- [Caoimhe Hennessy, a BCFE graduate, launches Michael D. Higgins Christmas Cards](https://www.bcfe.ie/caoimhe-hennessy-bcfe-graduate-launches-michael-d-higgins-christmas-cards/) - Caoimhe Hennessy, a BCFE graduate, recently took the country by storm with the launch of her illustrated Michael D. Higgins Christmas Cards. She graced us with her story on the national airwaves mid-week, with a wonderful interview on RTE Radio 1. More power to her: entrepreneurship and creativity at its best! You can order her Christmas
- [Career Opportunities with Lidl in Logistics and Distribution](https://www.bcfe.ie/career-opportunities-logistics-distribution/) - For more information, see Business – Logistics & Distribution (Traineeship) Level 5
- [Suicide Awareness and Understanding Self Harm for Social Care Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/suicide-awareness-understanding-self-harm-social-care-students/) - Debbie Scales from Family MATTERS, Ballyfermot Chapelizod Partnership delivered STORM training on Suicide Awareness and Understanding Self Harm to the Advanced Cert in Social Care (SVC) students on 12th November.
- [New business cards for Art, Design and Graphics HND courses](https://www.bcfe.ie/8632-2/) - Business cards for course promotion have just arrived - 7 graduates from animation, graphic design and illustration are currently exhibiting at the RDS (see previous post).
- [BCFE Graduate Showcase 4-7pm, IFI May 31st 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-virtual-exhibit-4-7pm-ifi-may-31st-2021-2-2-2/) - Film + Animation + Games + Visual Effects 4-7pm, IFI May 31st 2021 IFI@Home 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland Each year the film and animation students of BCFE mark their efforts with a graduate showcase. This year is different. Our students’ work will be showcased virtually via IFI@Home. This virtual programme highlights
- [BCFE Celebrates 14 SMEDIA Nominations](https://www.bcfe.ie/nine-bcfe-students-shortlisted-smedia-2-2/) - Film, TV, radio and journalism students have secured 14 nominations in nine categories in The Irish Student Media Awards. The Irish Student Media Awards are a fantastic platform for media students around Ireland to showcase their work. (and are known as the "Oscars" for students). BCFE’s shortlisted students include: Gabrielle Power for Radio Documentary Rachel Gregan
- [AGH graduate Aisling Brady makes IDI Awards Shortlist 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/agh-graduate-aisling-brady-makes-idi-awards-shortlist-2021/) - AGH graduate Aisling Brady has been nominated under Website Design & Printed Book Design for ‘All Kinds’ at the IDI (Institute of Designers in Ireland) Awards 2021. She graduated in 2016 and recently won an ICAD (Irish Creative Advertising & Design) Greenhorn AWARD for Design.
- [BCFE Radio HND and BAMPM graduates comprise 19 winners at IMRO Radio Industry Awards 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-course-19-winners-graduates-imro-radio-industry-awards-2021/) - Once again our BCFE Radio Course and Media Production Management Degree graduates have scored way above average and won and amazing 19 Radio Industry awards out of 26 nominations. This year was going to be a difficult competition with many ex radio students competing against other ex-radio students. Each category had 5 nominees and in
- [Animation graduate Holly Pereira in collaboration with An Post](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-graduate-holly-pereira-collaboration-post/) - BCFE would like to congratulate Holly Pereira who has just announced a recent collaboration with An Post's new sustainability campaign; view the video at this page.
- [Cartoon Saloon Founder Paul Young speaks of his time studying at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/8544-2/) - Multi-award winning Cartoon Saloon production studio (The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, The Breadwinner and Wolfwalkers) co-founder Paul Young speaks about his time studying in BCFE: this is where he met his other co-founders Tomm Moore and Nora Twomey while studying animation. The interview can be seen on Virgin Media's Ireland AM feature
- [Community photo restoration project](https://www.bcfe.ie/community-photo-restoration-projec/) - BCFE Community Art Project. Do you have an old photo that is damaged, that you would love to have restored? The students at Ballyfermot College of Further Education might be able to help out...at no cost to you. Portfolio students from Art Graphics & Printmaking along with students from Art Design and Three Dimensional Studies
- [BCFE Travel with Business graduate accepted to the Washington Ireland program](https://www.bcfe.ie/travel-business-graduate-accepted-washington-ireland-program/) - Dean Nolan was a student at Ballyfermot College of Further Education from 2020-2021, completing the Travel with Business Level 6 Advanced Certificate. See below for his comments on the Washington Ireland program, and generally how he felt supported by staff at BCFE during the pandemic: "During what was a difficult time for everyone and when
- [New promotional Video for Ceoltóir (PTH: HND/Traineeship in Irish Traditional Music Performance, Instrument Making, Repair and Maintenance Diploma)](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-promotional-video-pth-course-hndtraineeship-irish-traditional-music-performance-instrument-making-repair-maintenance-diploma/) - The latest promo video for the for the PTH course is available now. This programme is suitable for traditional musicians and singers who wish to develop their practical skills and musicianship. The course places an emphasis on performance, developing musical skills, musical instrument making and music technology. In second year, students have the opportunity to
- [BCFE teacher Orla Daly to speak at Visual Arts Café 14th September at 3pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-teacher-orla-daly-speak-visual-arts-cafe-14th-september-3pm/) - The event tomorrow "Visual Artists Café: Introducing... South Dublin is the first in a programme of online events in this series in collaboration with South Dublin County Council Arts Office that aims to shine a spotlight on Visual Arts practice in South Dublin platforming artists, organisations and infrastructure through events and learning...This visual artists café is
- [Irish Times article on "wealth of options" in FET Sector](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-times-article-wealth-options-fet-sector/) - The Irish Times yesterday (7/9/21) published an overview of the many options available in the FET sector from those considering their future education and careers. According to BCFE principal, Cecilia Munroe, "media and journalism courses are experiencing major demands at present. Again, this can be attributed to the pandemic where reporting and journalism have a
- [BCFE graduate Harry McCann describes his time here in the Irish Times](https://www.bcfe.ie/8493-2/) - BCFE MJC/IPC graduate Harry McCann, who set up the Digital Youth Council, has spoken about his time at BCFE in a recent Irish Times article. According to Harry: "“A post-Leaving Cert course would give me the chance to work part-time and learn too. I went to Ballyfermot College of Further Education where I studied broadcast
- [BCFE at Virtual Education Expo Thur, Sept 9th](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-virtual-education-expo-thur-sept-9th/) - BCFE will have a stand at the Virtual Education Expo on Thursday, Sept 9th. BCFE's three Guidance Counselors will be on hand to answer questions and provide career advice and information. Attendees can register for the event here. Once registered, you will be sent a live link for the event to access on 9th September.
- [22 IMRO Radio Awards Nominations for BCFE Radio and BAMPM Graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/22-imro-radio-awards-nominations-ex-bcfe-radio-degree-students/) - Ballyfermot College HND in Radio and BA Media Production Management have been nominated 22 times across 12 categories. This year the nominations are extremely condensed for us. Each category has 5 nominees and in several categories 4 out of 5 of the nominees are all our ex-students. Alumni are nominated as presenters, producers, senior producers, and
- [International Radio Award nomination for BCFE Radio assignment](https://www.bcfe.ie/international-radio-award-nomination-bcfe-radio-assignment/) - ... that became RTE Radio Doc on 1 Photo Nathan Walsh Nathan Walsh studied the 2 year HND Radio and then the Final Year Media Management Production Degree in BCFE. Nathan has now made two Radio Documentaries for the RTE Radio Doc on 1. The latter “The Deadly Saris” started as a project used in
- [ACAST Appoint BCFE Radio and Degree graduate as Ireland Content Director](https://www.bcfe.ie/acast-appoint-bcfe-radio-degree-graduate-ireland-content-director/) - Photo Left to Right Bernard Evans Course Coordinator MRH Radio Course and ex Students Gordon Rochford of ‘Those Conspiracy Guys’ and Jennifer Dollard formerly of Today FM and now Content Director for Ireland at Acast.com with some students in one of the digital Radio Studios. Acast are one of biggest podcast companies in the world. They have
- [Film Graduates' Success Stories](https://www.bcfe.ie/film-graduates-success-stories/) - Two graduates of the Diploma in Film Production run in BCFE are going from strength to strength within the Irish Film Industry. Steven Davenport Screen Ireland has announced that Steven Davenport, the agency’s lead on inward international production, will relocate to Los Angeles to establish Screen Ireland’s US office. Read More Here Paul Ryan The midwest has
- [Hildegarde Naughton welcomes Logistics Traineeship](https://www.bcfe.ie/hildegarde-naughton-welcomes-logistics-traineeship/) - Minister of State for Transport, Hildegarde Naughton, in this message, welcomes the initiative taken by Ballyfermot College of Further Education to provide a Traineeship in Logistics and Distribution. She is keenly aware of the importance of addressing critical skills gaps in the freight transport, logistics and distribution sectors, which play such an important role in
- [BCFE's Healthcare Skills to Advance Initiative](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfes-skills-advance-initiative/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education hosts vital upskilling training programmes for Healthcare Workers through the Skills to Advance Initiative. At a time of huge uncertainty, in the midst of a global pandemic with the Healthcare sector grappling with the impact of Covid 19, Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) responded by offering vital upskilling programmes
- [REFOHCUS Webinar - Vaccinations, Wed, 21st July, 6pm](https://www.bcfe.ie/refohcus-webinar/) - REFOHCUS Webinar The Ballyfermot Chapelizod Partnership invites all staff and students at Ballyfermot College of Further Education to the second REFOHCUS webinar. On Wednesday 21st July from 18:00 Cliona O'Farrelly, Professor of Biochemistry from Trinity College Dublin and others will talk about vaccinations. To attend use the link below. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/refohcus-webinar-with-cliona-ofarrelly-tickets-161896786647
- [TV graduate's "This is Easy" premieres at Galway Film Fleadh 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/tv-graduate-rachel-gregans-documentary-easy-premieres-galway-film-fleadh-2021/) - Congratulations to Rachel Gregan, graduate of HND in TV and BA Hons Degree in Media. Her documentary "This is Easy" will be premiered at the 33rd Galway Film Fleadh from 20th - 25th July. Rachel's documentary is about Tony O'Reilly former postman becomes entangled in the grip of gambling addiction. We are so proud of Rachel
- [Music Production Student nominated for IFTA Best Sound & Best Score](https://www.bcfe.ie/music-production-student-nominated-ifta-best-sound-best-score/) - Aza Does It Again: 3 Time IFTA Nominee and Wicklow’s answer to John Williams Wins Big with Best Score! Issue Date:05/07/2021 Bray native Aza Hand, made history at last night’s IFTA’s becoming the first person ever to be nominated in both the Best Sound and Best Score categories, an accolade rarely heard of in the
- [Radio student wins bronze award for  BTEC Creative Media Learner of the Year 2021](https://www.bcfe.ie/radio-student-wins-bronze-award-btec-creative-media-learner-year-2021/) - Kenneth Doran, a first year student from Radio Programming & Production Diploma course, has received the Bronze award for BTEC Creative Media Learner of the Year 2021. The online ceremony will take place on 7th July at 2pm (BST) and will be live streamed on the Pearson BTEC website.
- [BCFE collaborates with Zambian college](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-collaborates-zambian-college/) - Diploma in Audio and Music Technology @ Evelyn Hone College, Lusaka, Zambia in collaboration with Ballyfermot College of Further Education The development of Zambia’s first qualification in Audio and Music Technology - Supporting Vocational Education and the Creative Economy in Zambia is a partnership project between Ballyfermot College of Further Education and Evelyn Hone College of Applied
- [BCFE signs MOU with Stieglitz Academy, Russia](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-signs-mou-stieglitz-academy-russia/) - Today BCFE signed an exciting Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Stieglitz Academy. Based in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Stieglitz Academy of Art and Design, is a recognised centre for excellence in creative arts. This MOU seeks to promote international cooperation in art education and training for both students and teachers. BCFE staff and students are looking
- [MOU signed with Kajaani University of Applied Sciences in Kayanni, Finland](https://www.bcfe.ie/mou-signed-kajaani-university-applied-sciences-kayanni-finland/) - On the 2nd of June 2021 BCFE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kajaani University of Applied Sciences in Kayanni, Finland. With this MOU, Kajanni University and BCFE are seeking to promote international cooperation and to further mutual interests in the field of animation and gaming between Ireland and Finland. KAMK and BCFE will
- [[Video] Instrument Making at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/video-harpmaking-bcfe/) - The Irish Traditional Music Performance programme, in partnership with Na Piobairí Uilleann, also offers a musical instrument making strand for students who wish to develop their skills in this area. In September 2020 the Harp and Mandolin/Mandola was added to the Uilleann Pipes, whistle and Flute on the instrument making strand. All instrument making classes
- [Virtual Erasmus for Art Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/virtual-erasmus-for-art-students/) - 8 students from our AGP (Art Portfolio – Art, Graphics And Printmaking (Visual Communications) Level 5) and ADM (Art Portfolio – Art, Design & Mixed Media Level 5) courses are doing virtual Erasmus. They are working for Esplora in Malta on a client commission for downloadable kids packs and merchandise. These are our working samples
- [The Echo covers BCFE Portrait Club's collage of online class.](https://www.bcfe.ie/echo-covers-bcfe-portrait-clubs-collage-online-class/) - See the following link for the full story.
- [BCFE Law Lecturer publishes first novel](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-law-lecturer-publishes-first-novel/) - Congratulations to BCFE law lecturer Bruno Gontier on the publication of his first novel. Jeanne de Vixouze was first written in English over two summer breaks and then translated into his native French during the first lockdown. The lesbian love story set in 14th century France has just been published in French by Editions Complicites, a
- [BCFE Radio Students Broadcast Live to Gran Canaria's REAL FM 107.9](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-students-broadcast-live-gran-canarias-real-fm-107-9/) - Gary O’Connell from Real FM in Gran Canarias joined BCFE Radio students live form the radio studios in Gran Canaria of REAL FM 107.9. Back in the 90’s Gary set up and ran Dublin’s biggest pirate stations such as Sunset FM and Hot FM which huge names in the industry started on including many BCFE
- [BCFE Radio and BAMPM Jobs Treble: Niall Boylan Show, Classic Hits, NewsTalk Dominoes](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-jobs-treble-niall-boylan-show-classic-hits-newstalk-dominoes/) - Congratulations on some very recent appointments of former BCFE Radio and BAMPM students. Domino Effect 1 – Helena O’Toole After working as senior producer of the Niall Boylan Talk Show on Classic Hits, Helena has recently started as producer of "NewsTalk Breakfast" with Shane Coleman & Ciara Kelly. As such, the entire day’s output of
- [Data Journalism Workshop with Rachel Lavin](https://www.bcfe.ie/data-journalism-workshop-rachel-lavin/) - BCFE Journalism students had the pleasure of a Data Journalism Workshop with Rachel Lavin, just before the summer recess. A Trinity College graduate, Rachel trained as a digital journalist at the prestigious Goldsmiths University in London and returned to Ireland to become Ireland’s only data journalist. The students were introduced to cutting edge techniques for
- [Michaela Hayes meets Radio Students for Recruitment Drive](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduate-radio-course-bampm-student-michaela-hayes-gives-talk-recruitment-drive/) - BCFE graduate Michaela Hayes (music director, presenter and documentary maker) completed the Radio course and the BA Media Production Management degree in 2011. Since then she has worked on a number of radio stations including NOVA. Michaela is currently working at iRadio, where many other Radio graduates are in management and on air. Monday to
- [Television course graduate Martina Duquette has directing debut on RTE2: "Tradfest: the Dublin Castle Sessions"](https://www.bcfe.ie/8184-2/) - Martina Duquette, who graduated from TV in 2018, has just had her directing debut aired on RTE2: a new series "Tradfest: the Dublin Castle Sessions". Martina commented: "BCFE taught me everything I needed to spend the last few years directing live events" You can drop her a line on @martinaduquette to wish her well or
- [Irish School of Animation Ranked in Top 25 Animation Courses in the World](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-school-animation-ranked-top-25-animation-courses-world/) - The Irish School of Animation (ISA) was delighted to be informed of its place among the top 25 courses globally by Animation Careers Magazine this morning. The Irish School of Animation has been in operation for 23 years and is located in the Art Department at Ballyfermot College. Read the full article.
- [BCFE 2021 Prospectus](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-2021-prospectus/) - Download Prospectus 2021 PDF » BCFE LAUNCHES NEW PROSPECTUS 2021/22 Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) has recently launched its new vibrant prospectus for full-time programmes in the 2021/22 academic year. The imagery and testimonials reflect the diversity of Level 4 to Level 8 courses on offer within BCFE. Applications are now open online for
- [BCFE graduates Tomm Moore and Paul Young nominated for Oscar for "Wolfwalkers" & Gísli Darri Halldórsson for Yes People](https://www.bcfe.ie/7750-2/) - BCFE graduates Tomm Moore and Paul Young of Cartoon Saloon (along with their colleagues Ross Stewart and Stéphan Roelants) have been nominated for Best Animated Feature in the Oscars this year, with "Wolfwalkers". This is Tomm's third and Paul's second time being nominated. BCFE/ISA student Gisli Darri Halldorsson, has been nominated in the Best Animated Short Film
- [Writer and journalist Mark O' Connell joins BA Media Production Management students](https://www.bcfe.ie/writer-journalist-mark-o-connell-joins-ba-media-production-management-students/) - The BAMPM students were delighted to meet writer and journalist Mark O'Connell at a Zoom call on Tuesday 13th April. Mark discussed his approach to writing his two recent books, his experience writing for various high-profile media outlets, and issues involved in research. Boston University has described his work as follows: "O’Connell, who is featured
- [Tomm Moore to deliver guest lecture](https://www.bcfe.ie/tomm-moore-deliver-guest-lecture/) - Tomm Moore (pictured below), co-founder of Cartoon Saloon and alumni of Ballyfermot College of Further Education’s Irish School of Animation, returns to his alma mater to offer current students insights into his personal journey from student to professional artist, animator, and storyteller. In fact, Tomm has worn many hats at Cartoon Saloon, including Director, Art
- [Mindfulness/Yoga at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/mindfulnessyoga-at-bcfe/) - We're pleased to announce that BCFE will be running online mindfulness/yoga sessions over the next weeks for students and staff; see below for details. When: Thursday 25th February 2021 Thursday 4th March 2021 Thursday 11th March 2021 Time: 4.10pm Duration: 30 minutes Facilitator: Kathleen Curley Clarke Hosted by: Anne Marie Lyons (Guidance Counsellor, BCFE) Funded
- [Harp and mandolin to be added to BCFE's instrument making strand](https://www.bcfe.ie/harp-mandolin-added-instrument-making-course-bcfe/) - BCFE is pleased to announce that commencing September 2020 the Harp and Mandolin/Mandola will be added to the college’s instrument making strand. The Instrument Making strand runs in conjunction with the college's existing Higher National Diploma in Irish Traditional Music performance programme, (Ceoltóir). This unique course is run in cooperation with Na Píobairí Uilleann and is a
- [RTS Nominations for Television and Digital Film Students and Graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-and-digital-film-2/) - Good luck to Cameron Mason, Reuben Harvey and Ian Fallon, students on last year's Television and Digital Film course. Their short films have been nominated in the "Comedy" and "Short Form" categories in the 2020 Royal Television Society Student Awards. Also nominated in the "Factual" category is Rachel Gregan, a current student on the Television Production
- [Work by BCFE HND in Television graduates features in recent news coverage on Mother and Baby Homes Report](https://www.bcfe.ie/tv-student-wins-tv-production-year/) - Excerpts from a BCFE television students' production recently featured on various news outlets covering publication of the Mother and Baby Homes report. The full video where the excerpts were taken from can be viewed on the relevant page on the Irish Independent website. The production team included Rachel Gregan who also won the "TV Production of the
- [Aoife Aherne at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/aoife-ahern-bcfe/) - We enjoyed the talk by Aoife Aherne to the BCFE Business, Management and Music Students in the Anna Brett Hall on Thursday 8th November 2018. Aoife completed her Higher National Diploma in Business in 2004 and went on to develop a dynamic and highly successful career with Live Nation and VIP Nation London. Her titles
- [2018 Graduate Jessica Maciel gives Guest Lecture](https://www.bcfe.ie/jessica-maciel-gives-guest-lecture/) - Jessica Maciel returned to BCFE where she graduated in 2018 having done the (MRH) 2 year Radio course and then the Media Management Degree. Jessica has just started working on BBC Radio 1 as a Radio Presenter. Whilst still on the MRH Radio course Jessica became a Producer on Spin 103.8 and then joined 98FM &
- [BCFE pays tribute to Sr Margaret MacCurtain First Principal of Ballyfermot College of Further Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-pays-tribute-sr-margaret-maccurtain-first-principal-ballyfermot-college-education/) - Sr Margaret MacCurtain was the first Principal of Ballyfermot College of Further Education (known as Senior College Ballyfermot) in 1979. She was pioneering in developing innovative curriculum to education and train students within the area in the skill needed for employment and for life. She headed up the college as model for the “prototype of
- [Striking new artwork ‘Dublin Bike’ by BCFE Visual Communication (AGP) student Éilis O’Neill](https://www.bcfe.ie/striking-new-artwork-dublin-bike-bcfe-visual-communication-agp-student-eilis-oneill/) - See the images on the Dublin Canvas Facebook page. The piece is located opposite The Yellow House, Willbrook Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14.
- [RTS REPUBLIC OF IRELAND STUDENT TELEVISION AWARDS](https://www.bcfe.ie/rts-republic-ireland-student-television-awards/) - RTS Republic of Ireland has announced its nominations for its 2021 Student Awards. These include 2 BCFE entries: For Anumation: "Glitch" (Rose Telford, Robert Brady, Sarah Quinlan and Josh Pattison). For Non-Scripted: "This is Easy" (Rachael Gregan). The announcement of the regional winners for the ROI Student Television Awards will begin at 8.00pm on Wednesday
- [Applications](https://www.bcfe.ie/applications/) - Just a reminder to all prospective students that our online application system for all courses is open at www.bcfe.ie. You’ll find a wealth of information there on QQI Level 5, QQI Level 6, Higher National Diplomas and Level 8 Hons Degree Progammes that the college offers.
- [Television and Digital Film Student Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-television-digital-film-exhibition/) - Television and Digital Film held their annual exhibition of photography and short films in Ballyfermot library on Wednesday 18th April. Every student had produced, directed and edited their own individual short film and all students will be going on to further courses in film, television, art and digital media. This year's prize for the best
- [BCFE students at Insomnia Games Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/insomnia-games-festival/) - John Romero advises BCFE to "Keep Doomin'!" The Insomnia Games Festival took place on Saturday and Sunday, 9th& 10th of November, 2019. It is an event that celebrates the culture of gaming, with all the latest merchandise and gaming technology as well as stage shows and opportunities to meet the biggest gaming influencers and content
- [Paul Aichele guest lecture, 20 years in Pixar](https://www.bcfe.ie/paul-aichele-guest-lecture-20-years-pixar/) - Paul Aichele, who has created such iconic animated characters as Lightning McQueen from Cars, and Bruce the shark in Finding Nemo gave a talk to BCFE Animation and Visual Effects students. [Feb 13th ABH] Paul worked as an animator and visual effects artist and on movies like Brave, Ratatouille, Up, Finding Nemo, just to name a few. He talked
- [NEW two year Higher National Diploma in Visual Effects (VFX) & 3D Technology](https://www.bcfe.ie/new-two-year-higher-national-diploma-in-visual-effects-vfx-3d-technology/) - BCFE has just announced that from September they’ll be providing the first dedicated VFX & 3D Technology course in Ireland You mightn’t think Titanic, Forest Gump and Star Wars have much in common. But think about it. Fantastical imaginings are vividly brought to life in each film with spectacular visual effects, otherwise known as VFX.
- [Visual Effects (VFX) and 3D Technology Course launch with Irish Oscar Winner Richie Baneham](https://www.bcfe.ie/visual-effects-vfx-and-3d-technology-course-launch-with-irish-oscar-winner-richie-baneham/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) will officially launch its new Visual Effects (VFX) and 3D Technology Course on Friday 21/10. Richie Baneham, Irish Oscar winner and graduate of the college, along with other industry experts, will give masterclasses relevant to the VFX industry. Who's Who Pictured above are Troy Saliba Animation Supervisor, Sony Pictures
- [Samaritans provide a pilot workshop for BCFE students](https://www.bcfe.ie/samaritans-provide-pilot-workshop-bcfe-students/) - The Samaritans provided a workshop on 12th March to the students who are studying the Advanced Certificate in Social Care. This was a great opportunity for us here at Ballyfermot College of Further Education, as this was a pilot workshop which the Samaritans will be offering to other classes throughout Ireland in the coming months
- [BCFE radio graduate Sharon Tobin appears on the cover of RTE Guide](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-graduate-sharon-tobin-appears-cover-rte-guide/) - Sharon Tobin, former BCFE radio student and current RTE Journalist (Six One TV News Reader) is featured on the cover of this week’s RTE Guide. Sharon spoke about her education journey from Senior Infants to joining us in Further Education. Sharon did the BCFE Radio and Journalism HND course, and then added another year to
- [BCFE Record Breaking IMRO Radio Awards Winners for Radio and Media Production Management Alumni.](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-record-breaking-imro-radio-awards-winners-radio-media-production-management-alumni/) - 20 wins for BCFE Radio and Media Production Management Alumni out of 35 Nominations. Former BCFE Radio Students had been nominated in 35 IMRO Industry Radio Awards; this means that almost 20 per cent of all nominations involved a BCFE Radio Alumni. This year the ceremony was launched by President Michael D Higgins and #IMRO20 was
- [Workshop from Threshold Training Network for SVC classes](https://www.bcfe.ie/workshop-threshold-training-network-svc-classes/) - The SVC (Social Care Studies Level 6 Advanced) classes had a workshop from Threshold Training Network on 26th February on Mental Health Awareness. Threshold Training Network empowers people to take steps to improve the quality of their students' mental health, and to give them hope and skills for a better and brighter future. They uniquely
- [Bcfe/ISA graduate Gisli Darri Halldorsson Oscar short-listed for "Yes-People"](https://www.bcfe.ie/7702-2/) - Congratulations to ex-Bcfe/ISA student Gisli Darri Halldorsson (below) from Iceland on getting Oscar short-listed for his super fun and fresh short film "Yes-People". If you get the chance to check it out, you wont be disappointed...
- [BCFE Childcare students and #ValueEarlyYears campaign](https://www.bcfe.ie/7691-2/) - Childcare students and the course coordinator joined the National Day of Virtual Action Friday 5th February (see left), to "Wear Red" and post on social media in support of the #ValueEarlyYears and "Big Start" campaigns of the Childcare sector. This is the second year of action to support better recognition, pay, and conditions for staff of
- [Seye Adelekan, live bassist from Gorrilaz talks to PMCE student, Aaron Kenny](https://www.bcfe.ie/seye-adelekan-live-bassist-gorrilaz-talks-pmce-student-aaron-kenny/) - PMCE student Aaron Kenny conducted an excellent interview with Seye Adelekan (left), singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and live bassist for Gorillaz, this morning via Zoom (below). Congratulations to Aaron and a huge Thank You to Seye for being such a gentleman! Seye was originally to speak with us for 30 - 40 minutes but stayed chatting for
- [BCFE graduate films and edits gardaí responding to dancing challenge of Swiss police](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduate-films-edits-gardai-responding-dancing-challenge-swiss-police/) - You’ve probably seen the video on social media in the past 24 hours of gardaí in full-uniform dancing their socks off to viral African hit "Jerusalema" in scenic spots around Ireland. They were responding to a challenge by Swiss police, who took part in the social media trend in early January. The widely-shared video was
- [BCFE Social Care graduate Mia Feeny is nominated for an Orange Award in NHS](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-social-care-graduate-mia-feeny-nominated-orange-award-nhs/) - Congratulations to our graduate Mia Feeny who has been nominated for an Orange Award for her outstanding duties as a newly-qualified nurse on duty with the NHS during the Covid-crisis. Below is the message she received from the NHS. "Congratulations Mia for being nominated for an Orange Award [who]...stepped up from being a student nurse to
- [Six BCFE Recent Graduates make the Animation Dingle Official Selection 2021.](https://www.bcfe.ie/six-bcfe-current-students-graduates-make-animation-dingle-official-selection-2021/) - Many congratulations to five of our Animation graduates, and Aurelie Gauthier who graduated from the media degree, who all made the Animation Dingle Official Selection 2021. These are: A Good Boy // Director/Writer: Declan Davis Glitch // Director/Writer: Rose Telford, Writer: Sarah Quinlan Home Turf // Director/Writer: Matthew O’Keeffe, Writers: Robyn Coleman, Dylan Yap Looking For Freedom
- [Nursing and Special Needs students get geared up for Patient Handling Training.](https://www.bcfe.ie/nursing-special-needs-students-get-geared-patient-handling-training-2/) - Over the past two weekends, BCFE’s Nursing and Specials Needs Students swapped their everyday clothes for nursing scrubs, gloves, visors and masks with which to participate in their yearly Patient Handling training. Safety was the number one priority as students worked with trainers from Muscular Dystrophy Ireland on basic patient handling skills. From rolling patients
- [Social Care students complete suicide prevention training](https://www.bcfe.ie/7443-2/) - Congratulations to Ian Doyle (left), and all the other students from the Advanced Certificate in Social Care that recently completed Suicide Prevention Skills Training (START) with the Breaking Through organisation. Breaking Through CLG is funded by the Government of Ireland through the Department of Rural and Community Development.
- [BCFE Rock School student Lucy Blue signs to Columbia Records UK](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-student-lucy-blue-signs-columbia-records-uk/) - BCFE Rock School celebrates the major label signing of current second year student Lucy McDonnell to Columbia Records in the UK. She is pictured (left) at the signing with label president Ferdy Unger-Hamilton (who has worked closely in the past with Ellie Goulding, Lana Del Rey, Haim and Michael Kiwanuka). Lucy is overjoyed with this
- [Traditional Irish Musicians played "The Wild Geese"as part of our annual Ceremony of Light.](https://www.bcfe.ie/7419-2/) - The Traditional Irish Musicians played "The Wild Geese" in the social area as part of our annual Ceremony of Light. The usual, larger ceremony had cancelled due to the current situation. A number of staff and students observed the minutes silence in the social area and the musicians played a beautiful fitting piece after the
- [Ballyfermot Festival January 2021 - Film and Poetry Competition](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-festival-january-2021-film-poetry-competition/) - To all BCFE students and graduates: you may be interested in the two competitions being run under the Ballyfermot Festival. On the film competition: Three Minute Short Film Do you have what it takes to be the next Steven Spielberg ? Why not take part in this year's Festival Short Film Competition The theme for
- [BCFE graduate Karen Vaughan wins An Post Irish Book Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/two-hnd-illustration-graduates-nominated-post-irish-book-awards-2020-2/) - Karen Vaughan (AIH 2008-2010) has received an award for 'Savage her Reply', written by Deirdre Sullivan under the "Teen/Young Adult Book of the Year". A big congratulations to Karen from all at BCFE.
- [BCFE graduate Eileen Flynn listed among BBC 100 Women 2020](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduate-eileen-flynn-listed-among-bbc-100-women-2020/) - BBC 100 Women 2020: Who is on the list this year? The BBC has revealed its list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2020. This year "100 Women" is highlighting those who are leading change and making a difference during these turbulent times. Eileen Flynn Place of birth: Republic of
- [3 BCFE graduates shortlisted for the An Post Irish Book Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/two-hnd-illustration-graduates-nominated-post-irish-book-awards-2020/) - 3 BCFE's graduates are involved in the illustration and graphic production of books who have been shortlisted for the An Post Irish Book Awards. Robert Vaughan (AIH 2011-2013) is a wildlife illustrator and has worked on 'An Irish Nature Year' written by Jane Powers. This book is shortlisted for the "Best Irish Published Book of the Year"
- [Launch of childrens' book "Holy Shocking Saints"](https://www.bcfe.ie/launch-childrens-book-holy-shocking-sins/) - ABOUT THE BOOK "Holy Shocking Saints" is a beautifully illustrated book celebrating the extraordinary lives of twelve remarkable people whether mystics, healers or holy people, their strong belief was the catalyst that set them on the spiritual path. Some renounced wealth, position and marriage proposals; others had a burning desire to explore the world to teach about
- [BCFE Graduate Eileen Flynn’s Journey to the Seanad](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduate-eileen-flynns-journey-seanad/) - Eileen Flynn's inspiring story was recently covered by University Times, the main student publication at Trinity College. Eileen is a graduate of BCFE, and later of Maynooth University. See the full story.
- [BCFE Erasmus students](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-erasmus-students/) - In February 2020, BCFE Radio students JJ Clarke and Tiarna Slevin went on an Erasmus Plus trip to Finland where they made a podcast for YLE International’s iconic programme ‘All Points North’. While in Helsinki for 3 weeks on an Erasmus Plus subsidised placement, they interviewed Erasmus students from all over the world talking to
- [Recent Graduate Traineeship](https://www.bcfe.ie/recent-graduate-traineeship/) - The Irish School of Animation at Ballyfermot College is delighted to announce that recent graduate Patrick Naughton will begin his traineeship at Vela Games, one of seven participating Irish studios collaborating with Animation Skillnet’s Animation, VFX & Games Graduate Traineeship 2020. We’re delighted for Patrick and wish him the very best of luck as he
- [Record 35 shortlisted nominations for IMRO Radio Industry Awards for BCFE Radio Alumni](https://www.bcfe.ie/record-35-shortlisted-nominations-imro-radio-industry-awards-bcfe-radio-alumni/) - In 2019 there were 14 Nominations and 8 Overall winners at the IMRO Radio Industry Awards. This year BCFE Radio alumni more than doubled the average shortlist with a record 35 nominations! Many ex radio students are up for 3, 4 and even 5 different awards. Many sections have 3 and in some cases 4
- [BCFE journalism graduate presents Prime Time on RTE](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-journalism-graduate-presents-prime-time-on-rte-2/) - Delighted to see Mark Coughlan co-present RTE Television’s flagship current affairs show with Miriam O’Callaghan last night. The HND in Journalism graduate is already a familiar face on television as he’s been working as a TV reporter on Prime Time since 2012. While still a student at BCFE he founded thestory.ie, a blog focused on
- [‘Faze’ the HND in Graphic Design Graduate Show is Online Now](https://www.bcfe.ie/faze-hnd-graphic-design-graduate-show-online-now/) - Every year graduates of the Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at BCFE close a creative and productive two years with a graduate exhibition that shows the impressive creative skills they have acquired. However this was no ordinary year. While an online exhibition is no substitute for a physical show at the beautiful location of
- [A Vision of Joyce On-Line Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/vision-joyce-line-exhibition/) - Students studying Classical & Computer Animation at Ballyfermot College of Further Education used James Joyce and his modernist masterpiece Ulysses as a starting point for Animation Background Design. http://www.bloomsdayfestival.ie/avisionofjoyce The Animation students retraced the steps of Leopold Bloom, producing visual research at locations associated with Ulysses. The work produced at these locations was then developed
- [BCFE Radio Student Assignment becomes RTE Radio Doc on 1](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-student-assignment-becomes-rte-radio-doc-1/) - Nathan Walsh studied the 2 year HND Radio and then the Final Year Media Management Production Degree in BCFE. Having made this documentary for his Radio Course assignment it now becomes his second documentary to be made into an RTE Radio Doc on 1 The Deadly Saris "Two best friends from Lucan, now both in
- [BCFE Brother and Sister Tara (SPIN 1038) and Daniel Walsh Release New Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-brother-sister-tara-spin-1038-daniel-walsh-release-new-music/) - Former BCFE Radio student Tara Walsh has released her debut single, Hooked. Brother Daniel Walsh studies Music Production at BCFE produced the track in their Meath home in lockdown. Hooked is being airplayed on a number of different Irish radio stations including 98FM, SPIN 1038, SPIN South West, Cork’s Red FM, KFM, Radio Ri-Ra and
- [TV student wins TV Production of the Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/tv-student-wins-tv-production-award/) - Congratulations to Rachel Gregan about to graduate from the HND in TV Production. Rachel’s documentary Ethan won TV Production of the Year at the 2020 SMedia awards. Well deserved !!!
- [Social Care graduate becomes Senator](https://www.bcfe.ie/social-care-graduate-becomes-senator/) - Ballyfermot College would like to congratulate Senator Eileen Flynn on her new position. The newly appointed Senator Ms Eileen Flynn, Activist and Traveller did a Social Care course here in BCFE, and went on to Trinity Access Programme. We are absolutely delighted for Eileen and wish her all the best in her endeavours. Read more here: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53212504
- [BA Animation Graduates join Kidscreen Mentorship Programme](https://www.bcfe.ie/ba-animation-graduates/) - 20 new graduates of the BA Animation program at Ballyfermot College taking part in newly launched, international Mentorship Programme from Kidscreen A select group of third- and fourth-year students from world-leading animation programs will be paired up with industry mentors based on the type of work each student is interested in focusing on after graduating. Each matched pair will have
- [BCFE Radio Students get Podcasting Workshop from Ex Students in Industry](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-students-get-podcasting-workshop-ex-students-industry/) - Gordon Rochford creator of “Those Conspiracy Guys” who officially Ranks deep into in the Top 100 of the biggest podcast charts USA, UK & wordwide with over 30 Million Downloads, spoke with the Radio students about his time in BCFE and the evolving world of Podcasting and associated Marketing and Technology strategies. Jennifer Dollard is now head of
- [BBC’s Louise Molony ex BCFE Radio and Degree Student Interviewed](https://www.bcfe.ie/bbcs-louise-molony-ex-bcfe-radio-degree-student-interviewed/) - Louise Molony, ex BCFE Radio and Degree student, retraces her journey from BCFE to BBC. Interviewed by Billy Kilkenny of Dublin City 103.2 FM, Louise talks about finding what you want to do in Life, Hard Knocks, Resilience and Dreams Coming True! Add Louise on social media via http://www.louisemolony.com/ Listen to the show https://soundcloud.com/dcfm-1032/human-interest-stories-2nd-june-2020 Apply to this course https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-radio-programming-production/ Photo
- [Former students set up Quarantine FM radio station](https://www.bcfe.ie/former-students-set-quarantine-fm-radio-station/) - Quarantine FM has been set up with two former BCFE Radio students and now RTE Pulse presenters, Callyann Brennan and Beta de Silva, operating in the shadows and their sofas. This #OldSchool “Isolation Station” speaks to where we are and how we are getting through it. Listen live and see the team and social media.
- [CRTL+ALT+Z moves to final heat of Royal Television Society Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/crtlaltz-moves-final-heat-royal-television-society-awards/) - Recent graduates of the Visual Media degree course in Animation were delighted when their undergraduate film won for Best Animated Short at the Royal Television Society Awards Ceremony in Dublin this March. Their film CRTL+ALT+Z has now been nominated for the 2020 RTS overall UK Award for Best Undergraduate Animation. Huge congrats to the team:
- [Trouble Pilgrims Dark Shadows and Rust](https://www.bcfe.ie/trouble-pilgrims-dark-shadows-rust-live-studio-full-hd-movie/) - "Live In Studio" Full (HD) Movie Full production by BCFE students https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jbdcs6zpHk
- [BCFE Radio Students at IMRO Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/6483-2-2/) - BCFE Radio Department are delighted to celebrate & congratulate the success of our former radio students at the IMRO Radio Industry Awards. With 7 categories, an amazing number of 14 ex-BCFE radio students were shortlisted with 8 overall winners! When the champagne has worn off, guest talks and recruitment talks are imminent. Apply to the MRH
- [Animation Students Win RTS Student Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-rte-awards-2/) - Recent graduates win the 2020 RTS Student Award for Animation with their short film ‘CRTL+ALT+Z’. Synopsis: ‘The night before the deadline – familiar to every student, and to the rest of us, too – and one very stressed student is trying to complete her dissertation (on stress management, of all things!) when *pouff* all her
- [Animation Students Win Best Sound Design for ‘Legend Has It’](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-students-win-best-sound-design-legend/) - Recent graduates win the Best Sound Design for their final year film ‘Legend Has It’ at the 2020 Animation Dingle Awards Ceremony, streamed live on Friday, 20th March. Directed by Ciara Johnson; the team: John Knowles, Christian Keogh, Stephanie Morley and Sharon Byrne. Composer Nathan Downey. Sound support by Larry O’Toole and Alan Kenny; Script
- [Important: Covid-19 Factsheets 15/3/20](https://www.bcfe.ie/important-covid-19-update/) - See below for the latest HSE and BCFE information resources on Covid-19 For BCFE information on Covid-19 please see link below: http://www.bcfe.ie/information-on-covid-19/ ‎ For HSE infomation, see links to pdf files and further jpg files below: COVID-19 A3 Public Information Poster English COVID-19 Bilingual Public Information Leaflet COVID-19 Public Information Leaflet Irish COVID-19 Public Information
- [Shireen Langan meets Radio Course Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/shireen-langan-meets-radio-course-students/) - Ex-BCFE Radio student Shireen Langan had her own Talk Show on FM104 whilst still being a student in the college. Shireen graduated with her BAMPM (Hons) late last year, and has headed to Las Angeles for an exciting and as of yet, very secret project. Shireen gave a fascinating talk to the Radio students on
- [Olivier Mauxion meets BCFE Radio Course Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/olivier-mauxion/) - BCFE Radio Course Students were treated to a talk and recruitment class by Olivier Mauxion who owns a number of Radio and TV Stations across Europe and Turkey. Olivier runs Eirewave where a number of current BCFE Radio students can be heard. Apply to the MRH (Radio) course.
- [The Portrait Club at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/portrait-club-bcfe/) - Ballyfermot celebrity, Joe Duffy was kind enough to give 3 hours of his time to sit for the Portrait club last Monday. The Portrait club is in session on the first Monday of the month from 4.30 until 8pm with a guest sitter each month. The guest for February was local hero, Joe Duffy. I
- [BCFE Student Helen O’Higgins Scoops Top Prize at the Irish BTEC Higher National Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/btec-hn-student/) - The Irish BTEC Higher National Awards, a joint initiative between Pearson and partner colleges in Ireland, took place at the end of last year in Dublin to recognise and celebrate BTEC’s most outstanding Higher National Diploma Graduates. The awards event recognises a wide number of sectors resulting in eight winners across Media Production, Arts &
- [BCFE graduate Jessica Maciel to host on BBC Radio 1](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduate-host-bbc-radio-1/) - Just three years ago Jessica did her first ever radio show to the BCFE Canteen Social Area Now she’s now just got a gig as a presenter on what many consider the Biggest Music Radio station in the World, BBC Radio 1 FM. With a long application list, Jessica came out on top and we couldn’t
- [BCFE Radio, BBC TV & Simon O’Leary](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-bbc-tv-simon-oleary/) - Huge congrats to recently graduated BCFE MRH Radio and BAMPM Degree Student Simon O’Leary. Simon has just started presenting on the internationally seen BBC News Channel and working as a reporter and producer on the BBC’s flagship day time news show, The Victoria Derbyshire Programme, which airs each weekday at 10am on BBC Two Television.
- [2018 Graduate Tara Walsh gives Guest Lecture](https://www.bcfe.ie/tara-walsh-gives-guest-lecture/) - 2018 Graduate Tara Walsh gives Guest Lecture MRH Radio graduate Tara Walsh returned to BCFE to give a workshop to the current radio class. Whilst most love keeping up with Celebrity Gossip and entertainment, 2018 Radio Graduate Tara Walsh gets paid for it. Tara can be heard as the entertainment reporter for SPIN 1038 and
- [Photos and video of BCFest](https://www.bcfe.ie/photos-of-bcfest/) - Many congratulations to all who participated in BCFest, and made it such a great day. Photos are included below (and see also the link to the video). BCFest 2019 - Timelapse
- [Packaging Design Workshop with Rory Dowling](https://www.bcfe.ie/packaging-design-workshop-rory-dowling/) - We had a wonderful day-long packaging design workshop Rory Dowling and the talented and enthusiastic students of BCFE HND in graphic design. See a video of the event below: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tKbQRXUuzRg&feature=youtu.be
- [College Art Sale raised €1500 for the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/college-art-sale-raised-e1500-alzheimers-society-ireland/) - The second annual BCFE Art Sale took place on Thursday, December 12th. Students from across the Art Department and their tutors donated original work and digital prints to raise charitable funds for the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. Many thanks to all students and staff who contributed to help raise €1500 for this worthy cause.
- [BCFE hosts Léargas focus group about Erasmus+](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-hosts-leargas-focus-group-erasmus/) - On Wednesday 27th of November 2019, BCFE hosted a focus group for Charis Hughes (Communications and Impact Officer, Léargas). The purpose of this focus group was to gain students insights into the Erasmus+ placements that they undertook as part of their course of study in BCFE. Students across courses completed work placements in Finland and
- [BCFE TV students and President Higgins at Phil Lynott commemorative event](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-tv-film-president-higgins/) - Left: Uachtarán Na hÉireann being filmed by BCFE Students, 26th November 2019 BCFE students gained valuable experience in setting up the sound system and filming the launch of the €15 silver commemorative coin by the Central Bank to mark 70 years since the birth of Phil Lynott. The coin was formally launched by President Higgins
- [BCFE Graduation Class of 2019](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-graduation-class-2019/) - The class of 2019 attended their official Graduation ceremony in the Helix in DCU on Friday the 15th of November 2019. It was a very successful event with graduates across all departments, courses and NFQ Levels 4 to Levels 8 being conferred with their formal certificates in front of family, friends and BCFE teaching and
- [BCFE graduates and "Aisling" authors win at An Post Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/popular-fiction-book-year-2019-bcfe-graduates/) - BCFE graduates Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen, co authors of "Once, Twice, Three Times an Aisling" (and of the Aisling series of books) were announced winners of the "Popular Fiction Book of the Year" at the An Post Irish Book Awards 2019 last night in Dublin - the pair met while studying media at Ballyfermot
- [Awarding of Erasmus Plus Charter Plaque](https://www.bcfe.ie/leargas-erasmus-plus/) - Caroline McKenna Cooper of BCFE pictured with Tomas Bulnes of Leargas, the national funding agency for Erasmus Plus in Ireland. Thomas presented a plaque to BCFE in recognition of our charter holder status since 2016. The presentation took place at Hilton Kilmainham during the Leargas Erasmus Plus networking conference. BCFE will be sending 70 students
- [Olivier Mauxion and BCFE Radio Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/olivier-mauxion-bcfe/) - BCFE Radio Course Students were treated to a talk and recruitment class by Olivier Mauxion who owns a number of Radio and TV Stations across Europe and Turkey. Olivier runs www.eirewave.ie/player where a number of current BCFE Radio students can be heard. Apply to This Course MRH https://cms.enrol.ie/bcfe
- [Ex-BCFE Radio Student Shireen Langan meets Radio Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/ex-bcfe-radio-student-shireen-langan-gives-talk-radio-students/) - Ex-BCFE Radio student and FM104's Shireen Langan had her own Talk Show on the station while still being a student in the college. Shireen will be graduating from BCFE with her BA in Media Production Management (Hons) in a few weeks and headed to Las Angeles for an exciting and as of yet, very secret
- [Tania Notaro wins at IndieCork Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/tania-notaro-wins-indie-cork-film-festival/) - Many congratulations to BCFE graduate (Traditional Music; Music Production; Media Production Management Degree) and local woman Tania Notaro: From the Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTN) website: "IndieCork Festival, the festival of independent film in Ireland, rounded off another successful year as it came to a close on Sunday night - having broken its box office and
- [BCFE student designs at Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/dunshaughlin-harvest-festival/) - Costumes (left and below) designed and made by ADT students for the bio-diversity themed parade at the Dunshaughlin Harvest Festival. This is the fourth year that the ADT students have created work for the festival. The parade took place on the 29th of September.
- [By The Book:  BCFE links with Kylemore College](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-kylemore-college/) - Neighbouring colleges link together through the medium of books! Last week, 5th and 6th Years from Kylemore College undertook the task of creating and binding their own books (left and below) by hand in a workshop facilitated by BCFE. During the two-hour session, pupils worked diligently to produce three final pieces: A folded zine, a
- [BCFE Nominations to RTE Folk Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-traditional-musicians-2/) - BCFE were well-represented again on this year's RTE Folk Awards shortlist. Rock School graduates Junior Brother (pictured left) and Lisa O’Neill were both nominated in various categories, as well as Daoirí Farrell from the Ceoltóir course.
- [BCFE traditional musicians on the Sean O'Rourke Show and 'The Rolling Wave'](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-traditional-musicians/) - In Ceoltóir news, one of our students Joe Byrne, is performing on a major concert in Liberty Hall this Saturday 28th. It is Na Piobairi Uilleann's (NPU) flagship concert 'The Ace and Deuce of Piping' and will feature musicians such as Matt Molloy and Sean Keane from the Chieftains. Joe performed on the Seán O Rourke show
- [Graphic Design Graduates are ICAD ‘Upstarts’!](https://www.bcfe.ie/graphic-design-graduates-icad-upstarts/) - Huge congratulations are due to BCFE graduates Chiara Tallarini (left), Helen O’Higgins, Maria Rojo, and Marianna Mooney (all pictured below), on winning places on the ‘ICAD Upstarts’ programme for 2019. The ICAD Upstarts programme, run annually by the Institute of Creative Advertising and Design, recognises and nurtures exceptional creative talent across the Irish advertising and
- [BAMPM graduate Tania Notaro McNamara at Richard Harris Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/richard-harris-film-festival/) - Many congratulations to BA in Media Production Management (BAMPM) graduate Tania Notaro McNamara who has been chosen for the official selection at the 2019 Richard Harris Film Festival. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2947334575283791&set=a.461884107162196&type=3&sfns=mo
- [BCFE journalism student secures place on the BAI Inaugural Journalism Graduate Programme.](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-journalism-student-bai/) - Niamh O’Reilly, who has just completed the two-year HND in Journalism at BCFE in May, has started a paid internship at Newstalk. Supported by the BAI (Broadcasting Authority of Ireland) and Learning Waves, it offers journalism graduates from third level institutions an opportunity to become an integral part of a busy radio newsroom. Over a five-month
- [BCFE  Students  at  the  YCN (You Can Now) AWARDS  2019](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-you-can-now-awards-2019/) - BCFE Students hit the International Stage at the YCN AWARDS 2019, London. BCFE students of the Graphic Design HND Course have won nominations and awards at the recent YCN (You Can Now) International Student Design Awards 2019 (Joanne Hogan, Graphic Design Tutor is pictured left). BCFE students Chiara Tallarini and Helen O’Higgins received a Commendation
- [BCFE at the National Ploughing Championships representing FET sector](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-national-ploughing-championships/) - Students from the Higher National Diploma in Television Production in BCFE have spent 3 days representing the Further Education and Training sector (FET) at the National Ploughing Championships in Carlow. The students demonstrated a live green screen where visitors could try their hand at everything from walking on the Moon to hosting a press conference from
- [Junior Brother at Electric Picnic](https://www.bcfe.ie/junior-brother-electric-picnic/) - Former BCFE Rock School student Ronan Kealy (aka. Junior Brother) has taken the Irish music industry by storm this summer (see the full video below). According to Blindboy of the Rubberbandits “he’s making some of the best songs in Ireland at the moment” and actor Cillian Murphy is a big fan. He has recently toured
- [1st Year Registration Dates and Fees 2019](https://www.bcfe.ie/1st-year-registration-dates-fees-2019/) - REMINDER OF FEES AND REGISTRATION DATES START DATE FOR ALL FIRST YEAR COURSE IS 9th Sept 2019 No Cash will be accepted. If you cannot attend your registration day please ensure that you send somebody in your place. Wednesday 21st August @ 9.30am Course Full Fee Balance PMC 387 347 DLO 387 347 DMP 387
- [Graphic design students win YCN commendation](https://www.bcfe.ie/graphic-design-students-win-ycn-commendation/) - Everyone at BCFE would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to Helen O’Higgins and Chiara Tallarini who won in their category (Childline Campaign) for the ‘New Now’ YCN design competition 2019.
- [End of Year Art & Animation Portfolio Exhibition 29th May](https://www.bcfe.ie/end-year-art-animation-portfolio-exhibition/) - You are cordially invited to the End of Year Art & Animation Portfolio Exhibition on Wednesday 29th May 2019 at 6.00pm in the Art Department, Kylemore Road, Dublin 10. Refreshments Available. Limited Parking.
- [A Vision of Joyce: Bloomsday Festival June 11th-December](https://www.bcfe.ie/joyce-bloomsday-festival-june/) - There will be an exhibition of work by second year students from BCFE at the James Joyce Centre, North Great Georges Street, Dublin 1. Students studying both Classical & Computer Animation and Illustration at Higher National Diploma level used James Joyce and his modernist masterpiece Ulysses as a starting point for their creative work. The Animation
- [BCFE Students ‘Painting of a Principal’](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-painting-principal-maureen-conway/) - Animation and Graphic Design students took part in a day of portrait painting. The Principal of Ballyfermot College retired recently and the students held a Portrait Artist Of The Year type event. Maureen came to the college and sat for 3 hours while the students painted her, this is a challenging task and puts the
- [BCFE Games and Animation SHOWCASE 2019](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-games-showcase-2019/) - BCFE IFI Showcase 2019 7pm Wednesday 22nd May 2019, IFI, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland (Note: see our pdf poster at the bottom of this post) A screening of student games and animation production within a single academic year. This year there is a selection of productions generated across 2 levels of
- [Congratulations to BCFE Graphic Design Students Susan Sweeney and Dominic Barnes](https://www.bcfe.ie/congratulations/) - Everyone at BCFE would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to Susan Sweeney (pictured below) who won Future Illustrator 2019 and Dominic Barnes (pictured second below) who picked up third prize at OFFSET this year. Future Illustrator 2019 is a partnership between OFFSET, The Irish Examiner and Chemistry to give budding illustrators a chance to get their work
- [Re-engaging with Education: Students Visit Dublin Castle](https://www.bcfe.ie/re-engaging-education-dublin-castle/) - BCFE mature students (pictured left) recently experienced a guided tour of Dublin Castle which included the excavation site of Viking and medieval Dublin, the Gothic Chapel Royal and the former Viceregal State Apartments. Educational trips provide valuable educational opportunities away from the classroom, without using textbooks and other tools used in a normal school setting. No
- [Graphic Design students hoping to strike gold in London based Design competition with YCN.](https://www.bcfe.ie/graphic-design-students-hoping-strike-gold-london-based-design-competition/) - This years Graphic Design Higher National Diploma Class have submitted 6 Design Campaigns as part of this year's programme with YCN, a London Creative Agency — the deadline was 28th March. The Live Briefs include clients like Peabody, Childline, KFC, Hostelworld. They will now go on to represent Ballyfermot College of Further Education in this
- [BCFE Graduate Single Release with Odd Morris](https://www.bcfe.ie/odd-morris/) - BCFE student Sam Martin and his band Odd Morris have released their debut single "What Might Be". Sam is a second year student on the Music and Event Management PMH Course and a graduate of the Rock School PRH course. You can read a recent review of the single at Nialler9.com (their video can also
- [Ceoltóir Going West](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-matt-molloys/) - BCFE traditional music students are set to play at the well-known venue, Matt Molloys, in Westport on April 8th at 830pm. See our poster (left) for what promises to be a great night of tunes.
- [DJ night at Drop Dead Twice](https://www.bcfe.ie/5157/) - BCFE PMH1 students present DJs including Cameron Steele, Ian Fagan and Mitchel Manning at Drop Dead Twice, the Liberties, Dublin (poster left). This promises to be a great night.
- [Television & Digital Film Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-digital-film/) - The BCFE Television & Digital Film course held their exhibition of photography and very short films in Ballyfermot Library on Wednesday 3rd April. This year's best photograph, which was purchased for the college collection, was Adam Costello's (pictured left) 'Girl on a Train'. Have a look at some of our films here. You can get more
- [BCFE secures 5 Smedia nominations](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-smedias/) - Great news for BCFE: the nominees for the 2019 Smedias have been announced and the college has secured five nominations across four different categories. The college’s online newspaper the BCFE Millennial received a nomination in the 'Website of the Year' category. The journalism students are thrilled with this as it is the first year that the newspaper
- [Whack Jobs wins Best Irish Student Film at Animation Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/whack-jobs-wins-dingle/) - The team behind student film Whack Jobs won Best Irish Student Film at Animation Dingle last weekend. We’re all very proud of recent graduates Joshua Hogan, Lucia Lusvarghi, Gavin O’Donnell, Owen Wynne, and Lynne Guthrie. Congratulations to the team, their teachers and mentors.
- [5 BCFE nominations for the Royal Television Society Student Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/nominations-royal-television-society-student-awards/) - Congratulations to our Animation, Television, Film and Visual Effects students who between them have received a total of 5 nominations for the Royal Television Society Student Awards. We wish all nominees the very best of luck at the awards ceremony which takes place in RTE on 5th March. The nominations are: Animation: Route Sixty Styx
- [BCFE students present Irish Traditional Music Concert](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-ceoltoir-concert/) - BCFE Ceoltoir students present Irish Traditional Music Concert on March 28th at the Cobblestone, Smithfield Square, Dublin. Doors at 830pm; admission is 5€/3€. See our poster on the left for more details.
- [Rock School End-of-Year Gigs](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-end-year-gigs-2/) - The Ballyfermot College Rock School students are set to take over the Workmans Club on Dublin’s Quays this March and April for their annual end of year gigs. This year’s Rock School mini festival entitled “Ragnarok” in honour of the Norse mythologies fabled ‘End of Times’. It is set to take place over three consecutive
- [Animation Character Design Workshop with Chris Dicker](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-workshop-chris-dicker/) - Chris Dicker delivered a dynamic workshop on character design from an industry perspective to the animation degree students. As Head of Development at Dublin-based Jam Media,Chris has a unique vantage point as a co-creator of original content for international hit shows such as Becca’s Bunch, Little Roy, and most recently Jessie and Nessie. Chris is
- [Fees and Registration Dates](https://www.bcfe.ie/fees-registration-dates/) - See 1st Year Registration Dates and Fees 2019 here.
- [BCFE students win two awards at RTS Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/rts-ireland-awards/) - The RTS (Royal Television Society) Ireland awards took place at RTE last night: many congratulations to BCFE students from the HND in Television and HND in Visual Effects courses. Patrica Murphy from our HND Television won the Factual Award for her Documentary Indelible. A large team from our HND Visual Effect course (led by director Michael Fitzgibbon) including
- [Fond Farewell](https://www.bcfe.ie/fond-farewell/) - We would like to wish our Principal, Maureen Conway well on her retirement tomorrow (Thursday 28th February). Maureen's distinguished career includes 22 years as Principal of BCFE as well as many years teaching Business in the college. We would like to wish her all the best in her retirement and thank her for her many
- [Mango and District magazine editor Eric Davidson to visit BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/mango-district-magazine-editor-eric-davidson-visit-bcfe/) - Rapper/hip hop artist and ex-BCFE student Mango aka Karl Mangan (pictured left) is coming back to BCFE this Wednesday, Feb 27th at 11 am in room 203. MangoXMathman have been nominated for an RTE Choice Music Prize for their song Lord Hear Us. Results will be announced next week. Their performance at Other Voices was screened on Network 2 last week. Eric
- [Ronan McQuillan to speak at BCFE on Tuesday 26th February from 10am to 12noon.](https://www.bcfe.ie/ronan-mcquillan-bcfe/) - Ronan McQuillan will visit the college on Tuesday 26th February from 10am to 12pm. Ronan is a musician, composer, producer and sound designer. He has worked on major projects composing music for advertising, games, film and TV for the following companies; Coca Cola, Disneyland, Guinness just to name a few. His presentation will be about " Entrepreneurs
- [BCFE Games Degree students visit Lisbon Ambassador](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-games-degree-students-visit-lisbon-ambassador/) - This morning, Ambassador H.E. Orla Tunney welcomed Dr Denis Murray BA, MBS, PhD, Deputy Principal, Sergio Calabria, Games Design Lecturer, and Visual Media degree students from Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) at the Embassy of Ireland Lisbon. Also present was Miguel Fontoura, Lead Developer at Collide : Videogames and Digital Storytelling, who are hosting
- [Larian Studio Representatives visit Game Design and IFX students at Ballyfermot College of Further Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/larian-studios-representatives/) - Representatives from Larian Studios, producers of the Divinity series of Role Playing Games (RPG), visited the college to give students some insight into the workings of their Dublin-based studio. Line Producer Chris Vossen, Writer Declan Dowling, and industry veteran Kieran Kelly highlighted in demand skills in the creation RPG Design, and announced upcoming internships in
- [Screenings of 'This Is Nicholas - Living With Autism'](https://www.bcfe.ie/screenings-nicholas-living-autism/) - There will be two screenings of BCFE graduate Nicholas Ryan-Purcell's 'This Is Nicholas - Living With Autism' documentary film at IMC Dun Laoghaire cinema on January 15th (at 6.45pm and 8.45pm - see left). Nicholas completed the ITC course and the HND in Television. Further screenings will follow nationally (including at Leixlip Library on February
- [Return to Learning Group  Christmas Collection](https://www.bcfe.ie/return-learning-group-christmas-collection/) - Shown left and below are our Return to Learning Group who collected for the Annual St. Vincent de Paul Hampers in the college. Yesterday they handed over the ten Hampers to Kay Byrne from the local St. Vincent de Paul in Ballyfermot and a cheque for €575.00. They extend their thanks to all who bought
- [ADT Sculpture Books Exhibition, Ballyfermot Library, until end Jan 2019](https://www.bcfe.ie/adt-sculpture-books-exhibition-ballyfermot-library-end-jan-2019/) - See your favourite stories come alive with “Sculptures Books” on display at Ballyfermot Library. We are delighted to announce this exhibition coincides with the ending of celebrations of 70th year of Ballyfermot Community and will mark the first event in celebration 40 years of Ballyfermot College of Further Education. “Sculpture Books” made by students on the Art Design
- [Art Sale raised €1850.00 for ICHH](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-sale-raised-e1850-00-ichh/) - Students and staff contributed original artworks and digital prints for sale within the college and raised €1850.00 in support of the charitable efforts of ICHH.
- [Picture Perfect - A Gift for Crumlin Hospital](https://www.bcfe.ie/picture-perfect/) - Animation students from Ballyfermot College of Further Education with their illustrations of ‘Aesop’s Fables’ which they will present as a gift to Crumlin Hospital for Sick Children. This project was made possible by the support of Principal Maureen Conway, and organised by teacher Pili Duncan. Many thanks to the students and staff of Ballyfermot College
- [Instrument making at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/instrument-making-bcfe/) - Following on from last years successful pilot programme in instrument making, Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) is pleased to announce that the college is now offering an instrument making strand as part of the college's existing Higher National Diploma in Music Performance Programme. (Ceoltóir). The instrument making strand is run in cooperation with Na Píobairí
- [Sale of artwork 12th/13th December](https://www.bcfe.ie/sale-original-artwork/) - BCFE students and staff are having a sale of original artwork! Wednesday, 12th December: Art Block from 10:00am - 2:00pm, and Thursday, 13th December: Social Area, Main Building, 10:00am - 1:00pm. All welcome - all proceeds will be donated to Inner City Helping the Homeless.
- [Colm O'Gorman to speak at Second John Stitt Annual Human Rights Lecture](https://www.bcfe.ie/second-john-stitt-annual-human-rights-lecture/) - The second John Stitt Annual Human Rights Lecture will take place on Wednesday 5th December at 2pm in the Anna Brett Hall. It will be given by Colm O'Gorman, Director of Amnesty. All students and staff are cordially invited to attend.
- [Master Class in Songwriting with RuthAnne Cunningham](https://www.bcfe.ie/ruthanne-cunningham-songwriting/) - RuthAnne Cunningham gave a Master Class in Songwriting to the Music Department students on Monday 26th November. RuthAnne has an impressive list of songwriting credits to her name including JoJo's hit single "Too Little Too Late" which she co-wrote with John Alexander and Billy Steinberg. In 2007 RuthAnne had songs on three platinum albums in
- ['Millennial' newspaper launch by journalism students](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-journalism-students/) - The BCFE journalism students are launching their online newspaper The Millennial on Wed Nov 28 at 12.30 in the Anna Brett Hall. Refreshments and finger food. Bryan Dobson (RTE) and magazine editor and BCFE graduate Laura Cunningham will be in attendance along with live music.
- [BCFE Football Team Win](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-football-team-win/) - The BCFE football team enjoyed a 3-2 win against Pearse College recently. Congratulations to the team, and to trainers Diane McGill and Dónal Griffin! See an excerpt from the Evening Herald below.
- [Joshua Hogan, BCFE graduate, wins Boulder Media internship prize](https://www.bcfe.ie/4739-2/) - WINNER OF THE BOULDER MEDIA INTERNSHIP PRIZE AT DUBLIN ANIMATION FILM FESTIVAL 2018 ANNOUNCED! The winner of the Boulder Media internship prize is Joshua Hogan, a graduate of the Irish School of Animation, Ballyfermot College of Further Education, Dublin for his graduate film ‘Whack Jobs’ which was screened at the Dublin Animation Film Festival 2018.
- [Solo Exhibition by Margaret Anne Suggs](https://www.bcfe.ie/solo-exhibition-margaret-anne-suggs/) - At: The Georgian Gallery, Ards Arts Centre Thursday 6 – Saturday 29 September 2018 Preview: Thursday 6 September, 7-9pm Margaret Anne is a tutor on the Illustration course at BCFE. She works by hand, with traditional tools, to create intricate, heart-felt illustrations that are sometimes sweet, sometimes spicy, but always delightful. The detail included in
- [Revised 2018 Class Timetables Online](https://www.bcfe.ie/2018-class-timetables-online/) - Revised Class timetables for the new academic year 2018 -2019 are available now Effective from Monday 12th November 2018 http://www.bcfe.ie/current-students/2017-2018-timetables/
- [Nicholas Ryan-Purcell, BCFE graduate: 'This is Nicholas' to be screened at the IFI](https://www.bcfe.ie/nicholas-ryan-purcell-ifi-screening/) - Congratulations to BCFE Television graduate Nicholas Ryan-Purcell: his film 'This Is Nicholas' will be screened on Wednesday 7th of November at the Irish Film Institute, Dublin. Nicholas was a student on the Television & Digital Film Course, followed by the two year HND in Television Production. He had a particular interest in documentary, and after
- ['Now We're Talking' event held at BCFE focuses on students' mental health](https://www.bcfe.ie/now-talking-bcfe/) - Follow this link to see the 'Now We're Talking' event (in association with Pieta House, Hot Press and Lyons Tea) held recently at BCFE. It captures the atmosphere in the Social Area on the day, and the contribution of our students to the event: the focus was on highlighting mental health issues for students. The video was
- [Ballyfermot Business Students go crazy on the Golf Course.](https://www.bcfe.ie/ballyfermot-business-students-go-crazy-golf-course/) - QQI Level 5 Business Studies students [BSC Class A & B] from BCFE spend a fun day out at the Rainforest Adventure Golf Course at Dundrum on Tuesday 15th of October 2018. This was followed by a class lunch, where everyone topped up on a mix of international cuisine after a fun filled morning!
- [IMRO talk at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/imro-talk-bcfe/) - The Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) gave a talk to the Music Department students on 11th October in the Anna Brett Hall. Pictured left is David Wilkinson, Senior Marketing and Membership Executive of IMRO.
- [‘Drawn Together’ at Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/drawn-together-ballyfermot-library/) - Please find the invitation for Drawn Together, an exhibition of portraits and handmade books by the HND in Illustration students in conjunction with local residents who are part of the Ballyfermot Communiversity Group. Viewing of work for the ‘Drawn Together’ launch begins at 5.30pm with speeches by students and Maureen Conway at 6pm, followed by the official launch by
- [Graduate work of new VFX & 3D Technology Diploma Course](https://www.bcfe.ie/vfx-3d-bcfe/) - Approximately two years ago we decided to set up a new 2 year VFX & 3D Technology diploma course at Ballyfermot College, the first of its kind in Ireland. And now, the first batch of graduates (the guinea pigs!) are finished the course. I'm really proud of these talented graduates and I believe they’ll all
- [Nora Twomey’s multi-award winning and Academy Award® nominated drama ‘The Breadwinner’ releases in Ireland this Friday – May 25th.](https://www.bcfe.ie/nora-twomey-academy-award-nominated-drama-breadwinner-ireland/) - Nora Twomey is a past student of Ballyfermot College. She is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Cartoon Saloon an internationally renowned independent animation studio. As a Creative Director at Cartoon Saloon, Nora oversees the development of the company's slate of productions such as Puffin Rock, the pre-school series narrated by Chris O' Dowd and
- [Ralph Rolle @ the Rock School](https://www.bcfe.ie/ralph-rolle-rock-school/) - Legendary Drummer, Ralph Rolle (Nile Rodgers, Chic, Sting, Bono, Erykah Badu, John Legend and Paul Simon, to name a small few!) dropped in to give an inspiring workshop to Contemporary Music Performance (Rock School) students during last term. Ralph delighted an enthused audience with details of his distinguished career as a drummer and bandleader in
- [A beautiful show by BCFE students at Farmleigh](https://www.bcfe.ie/beautiful-show-reflecting-diversity-textile-design-fine-art-practice-cowshed-at-farmleigh-phoenix-park/) - Congratulations to this year's second years: a beautiful show reflecting the diversity in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice at the Cowshed at Farmleigh, Phoenix Park last week.Three HNDs in Illustration, Graphics&Textile Design and Fine Art Practice displayed work of a high standard and range of practices. Thank you to Edel Quinn, art director of
- [BCFE Graduate Design Exhibition May 17th at Farmleigh](https://www.bcfe.ie/graduate-design-exhibition-bcfe/) - Nib and Thread — the 22nd Graduate Design Exhibition of Ballyfermot College of Further Education — opens on May 17th at The Cowshed, Farmleigh, Phoenix Park from 17.30 (note: this is a date change from our original post, due to traffic restrictions around Ed Sheeran concert). Launching the exhibition this year we are delighted to
- [BCFE Games and Animation SHOWCASE 2018 at IFI](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-games-animation-showcase-2018-ifi/) - 7pm Tuesday 22nd May 2018, IFI, 6 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Ireland There will be screening of BCFE Games and Animation student work from the 2017-18 academic year. This year there is a selection of productions generated across 3 levels of study: a selection of games, short animation films and commercial advertising prototypes exhibiting
- [BCFE Student's Eurovision 2018](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-graduate-eurovision/) - We are proud to share that former BCFE Rock School student Mark “Cappy” Caplice (pictured left) is one of the co-writers for Ireland’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2018. The ballad ‘Together’ -- penned by Cappy alongside singer Ryan O'Shaughnessy and Laura Elizabeth Hughes --was one of 10 semi-final entries to make it through to Saturday’s
- ['Electric Company' Spring 2018 Irish Tour (Dublin event Sat 21st)](https://www.bcfe.ie/electric-company-spring-irish-tour/) - Electric Company have announced a spring Irish tour in support of their debut EP ‘Tailspin’, released on April 4th (in association with BCFE and Broken Glasses Productions). The 5 piece sixties/ indie pop band from Utrecht, Netherlands have been selected to represent the very best of emerging Dutch artists in Ireland. The tour will be
- [BCFE Textile Design Student Accepted at Bratislava Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-bratislava/) - Congratulations to our second year student Alaina Flynn on being accepted for the 20th International Minitextile Exhibition at the Gallery of Slovak Arts Union in Bratislava. The submissions were of very high quality and the jury of five judges found it very difficult to make their selection. Alaina was the only Irish submission accepted. The
- [Television and Digital Film Course (ITC) Photo & Video Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-digital-film-course-itc-photo-video-exhibition/) - On Wednesday 18th April Students on the Television and Digital Film Course (ITC) will launch their annual Photo & Video Exhibition in Ballyfermot Library at 6:00 pm. All are welcome
- [Ryan Woodward visits college](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-students-animation-dingle-international-film-festival/) - Between teaching Masterclasses in Ireland, industry veteran Ryan Woodward pay a casual visit to Ballyfermot College, where he and wife Tiff were able to chat with students, including this group of degree students working on their final year films over the Easter Break. Pictured from left to right: Ellen Grant, Lucia Lusvarghi, Caroline O'Connor, Louise
- [Best 3D award won by BCFE graduates for 'Blackout'](https://www.bcfe.ie/best-3d-award-won-bcfe-graduates-blackout/) - Ballyfermot Animation Students traveled to Kerry for the annual Animation Dingle international Film Festival. In addition to festival activities, participants produced 20 second Stings especially for the event, which were screened prior to features. Team Blackout won the award for Best 3D Film. Pictured are: Shauna Cullen, Daniel McGuire, and Richard Chen.
- [BCFE Music Management students present Mark Morriss of The Bluetones (solo acoustic show)](https://www.bcfe.ie/mark-morriss-bluetones/) - Grand Social, Thursday 12th April Doors: 8pm; Adm: €14 (tickets in advance: www.eventbrite.ie); Special Guest: The Citizen Mark Morriss is a singer songwriter who famously made his name fronting English indie outfit The Bluetones and who had one of the biggest hits of the Britpop years with the classic song “ Slight Return". Mark fronted the
- [BCFE Radio Stars of the Future](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-smedia-radio-stars-future/) - SMEDIA Nominations There have been SMEDIA nominations for BCFE radio students in three categories. A big congratulations to Simon O’Leary (pictured left) and Jessica Cowley (pictured below) for impressing the judges at the National Student Media Awards (SMEDIAs). Jessica was nominated for Radio DJ of the Year for her work on BCFE FM, where she
- [Rock School End-of-Year Gigs](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-end-year-gigs/) - Venue: Grand Social The BCFE Rock School students are set to take over the Grand Social again this April for their annual end of year gigs. This year's Rock School mini festival “Venus Fly Trap” is set to take place over three consecutive Wednesdays – 11th April, 18th April and 25th April 2018. The Rock
- [Animation Graduate: Emmy Winner](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-graduate-emmy-winner/) - Well done to BCFE Animation Graduate Tom Caulfield for his Daytime Emmy Award (Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation) for work as storyboard artist on the Disney Channel Television Series “Tangled Before Ever After”. Tom has previously worked on The Book of Life (2014), The Illusionist (2010) and The Secret of Kells (2009) for Cartoon Saloon. We also
- [Gig: Higher National Diploma in Music Management](https://www.bcfe.ie/gig-higher-national-diploma-music-management/) - Sin É: 16/3/18 The HND in Music Management will be presenting the Roller Showcase at Sin É next Thursday, the 15th of March. For more details, see our attached poster.
- [HND in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice: new techniques](https://www.bcfe.ie/textile-design-fine-art-practice/) - Exploring natural forms Textile Design and Fine Art Practice Second year students of the Higher National Diploma in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice have been exploring natural forms within their visual studies class with non-traditional mark-makers. Following on from this, they have been drawing with thread and applying these interpretative values to the practice of
- [Distinguished Production Designer and BCFE graduate makes a return visit to her old ADT studio.](https://www.bcfe.ie/distinguished-production-designer-bcfe-graduate-makes-return-visit-old-adt-studio/) - Claire Morrissey at BCFE On a rare visit home from Dubai Claire Morrissey popped in to the Art, Design and 3-D studio in BCFE to offer advice to some of the current ADT students, who showed her some of their current projects. Claire has come a long way since her days in BCFE some years
- [Valentine's Day Cards at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/valentines-day-cards-bcfe/) - Original Valentine's day cards created by the second year students of the HND in Illustration course, are on sale in the main building and the arts building today. The students who created the cards will be in the social area and the reception area of both buildings today from 10am to 2pm. All funds raised are being
- [Fibre Art students visit Showcase 2018](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-showcase-21018/) - Another successful visit to the RDS There has been another informative yearly visit to Showcase 2018 at the RDS, a successful event for Irish designers and makers, with orders for retail and export secured. Showcase is an excellent platform for Irish design and craft and is an inspiration for our visiting second years. Local enterprise
- [Video/stills of Radio and Tourism Students in Finland, Malta](https://www.bcfe.ie/radio-tourism-students-en-route-finland-malta/) - Work Experience Trip for Students See the video that two of our radio students have produced. The image on the left shows the students at Dublin airport en route to Malta for work experience. Below are images of the students at their destinations. Students on their first day of work experience in Malta. Students in Finland
- [Ceoltóir to include instrument making strand](https://www.bcfe.ie/instrument-making/) - Instrument Making at BCFE Ballyfermot College of Further Education is pleased to announce that the college will be offering an instrument making strand. This will be run in conjunction with the college's existing Higher National Diploma in Irish Traditional Music performance programme (Ceoltóir). The instrument making strand will be run in cooperation with Na Píobairí Uilleann. It
- [Nora Twomey - 7th BCFE Animation graduate to receive an Oscar Nomination](https://www.bcfe.ie/nora-twomey-7th-bcfe-animation-graduate-receive-oscar-nomination/) - BCFE would like to congratulate animation graduate Nora Twomey director of Oscar Nominated "The Breadwinner" in the category of Animation Feature. Nora is the 7th BCFE graduate who has been nominated for an Oscar The Breadwinner is based on the best-selling children's novel by Deborah Ellis, The Breadwinner tells the story of 11 year old Parvana
- [Jill De Burca - woman to watch!](https://www.bcfe.ie/jill-de-burca-woman-to-watch/) - Thrilled to see our past Textile Design and Fine Art Practice graduate Jill De Burca once again being earmarked an Irish woman to watch in 2018. Jill has recently returned to Dublin and set up her own label and business. She delivered a guest lecture and inspirational workshop to our second years in October 2017.
- [Happy New Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/happy-new-year/) - Happy New Year to to the hundreds, possibly thousands of new and former ADMs out there in the world of art - we're seriously proud of you!
- [Wearable Sculpture from Art, Design, and Mixed Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/wearable-sculpture-from-art-design-and-mixed-media/) - Every new ADM (Art, Design, and Mixed Media) year brings new creatives - new projects.
- [Visual Effects Student wins 3D Modelling Challenge](https://www.bcfe.ie/visual-effects-student-wins-3d-modelling-challenge/) - Declan O'Connor who is a 2nd year student on the Higher National Diploma in Visual Effects won a 3D Modelling Challenge with award winning animation company Brown Bag Films. Declan utilised his previous 2D skills to complete the 3D challenge. The judging panel commented "What made Declan's work stand out was his use of lighting,
- [BCFEST](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfest/) - BCFE Christmas Music Festival Thursday 14th December Doors 10:00 am Anna Brett Hall All students welcome Contemporary Music Traditional Music DJs Raffle And much more Come along.
- [Animation and Game degree students workshop with Rami Jawhar from Google](https://www.bcfe.ie/rami-jawhar/) - Creating 'ferociously beautiful monsters' Workshop with Rami Jawhar Students created ferociously beautiful monsters at a Tilt Brush Workshop with Rami Jawhar from Google. For examples of their creations, see here and here.
- [Ceoltoir Christmas gig](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-christmas-gig/) - Ceoltoir Christmas Gig invites you to a night of traditional music and song It's that time of year again folks: this year's Ceoltoir Christmas gig will take place at the Cobblestone this Thursday 12th of December at 8.30pm. Admission is 5/3 € and all money raised will go to the Capuchin Day Centre. Please see
- [Successful TEDxBCFE on 23rd November 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/tedxbcfe-2/) - We are delighted to announce that BCFE will host TEDx BCFE on 23rd November 2017 in the Anna Brett Hall at the college. SOLAS are sponsoring the event. This promises to be an exciting event with a range of high-profile speakers discussing creativity and creative approaches to education and work. The day kicks off with registration
- [Workshop by Jennifer Slattery for Textile Design and Fine Art Practice students](https://www.bcfe.ie/workshop-jennifer-slattery-textile-design-fine-art-practice-students/) - Orla Daly, course coordinator says: 'Thank you Jennifer Slattery for an insightful and inspirational workshop and sharing of your expertise and professional practice today. The students and teachers Gwen Fagan were delighted meeting you and seeing your practice up close'.
- [John Stitt Memorial Lecture featuring Dr.Margaret Ward](https://www.bcfe.ie/john-stitt-lecture-margaret-ward/) - Memorial Lecture for John Stitt Next Wednesday, December 6th, will see the first Annual John Stitt Memorial Lecture in memory of our late colleague. Our speaker will speak on 'From Women's Rights to National Rights: the Political Career of Hanna Sheehy Skeffington'. According to the UCD Press website, 'Dr Margaret Ward is a feminist historian whose highly
- [Nominations for Animation Graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/nominations-animation-graduates/) - Nominations for BCFE Animation Graduates Lots of Annie Award nominations for BCFE Animation graduates at Irish studios and individual Irish artists like Cartoon Saloon, Brown Bag Films, Tom Caulfield, Louise Bagnall, Ciaran Duffy, Nora Twomey, Richie Baneham and Darragh Byrne. Nora, Richie and Tom are BCFE graduates. More details are available from Variety.
- [Business Studies Students on Field-Trips](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-business-students/) - Trips to the Zoo and Butler's for Students There have been two field-trips recently for the business students at BCFE. The BSC classes recently attended a trip to the Zoo where they learned about conservation and how to provide information on endangered species to raise money for conservation. Also, the BHND2 class attended Butler's Chocolate
- [Irish designer Jill De Burca gives workshop at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/jill-de-burcairish-designer-workshop-hnd-textile-design-fine-art-practice/) - Orla Daly of the HND in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice says: 'Fantastic workshop with Irish designer Jill de Burca on professional practice and applique. Inspiring, generous, informative and original samples, notebooks and instruction. Thank you Jill. Amazing year and wonderful graduate'. See our Facebook post for photos and more details.
- [Congratulations to IPC student Harry McCann](https://www.bcfe.ie/harry-mccann/) - Congratulations to Harry McCann Congratulations to Harry McCann from all of us in BCFE. Harry is studying Broadcast Presentation Skills (IPC). He was named as one of the 10 Outstanding Persons in the World! Harry was nominated by Junior Chamber International and flew to Amsterdam to accept the award earlier this month. JCI Statement The 'Outstanding
- [Intercultural Party Thursday 30th November](https://www.bcfe.ie/intercultural-party/) - 2017 Intercultural Party This Thursday, the 30th of November, sees our 2017 Intercultural Party take place in the social area at BCFE between 10.30 and 13.30. There will be authentic ethnic food from around the world, bands and DJs, novelty events and prizes. All are welcome (see the poster below).
- [Illustration Featured In Prestigious 'Imagine FX' Magazine](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-featured-prestigious-imagine-magazine/) - Harry Conway, a second year HND Illustration student has had his work featured in a double-page spread in the December 2017 issue of the highly regarded magazine Imagine FX. In the article, Harry's striking illustrations are accompanied by descriptions of his character development and concepts and he speaks about his preferred use of media. As a student on the
- [BCFE students at Art Source](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-students-art-source/) - Art Source RDS, November 10-12th was a terrific opportunity for three of our graduates from our Higher National Diploma in Textile Design and Fine Art Practice, Illustration and Graphics to showcase their work to the public: This event offers them an opportunity for three of our graduates from our Higher National Diploma in Textile
- [Newstalk Commissioning Editor to visit BCFE on Tuesday, November 14](https://www.bcfe.ie/newstalk-commissioning-editor-visits-bcfe/) - Independent radio producer and Newstalk Commissioning Editor, Francesca Lalor will speak at BCFE.
- [Textile Design and Fibre Art Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-fibre-art-exhibition/) - Second year Higher National Diploma in Textile Design and Fibre Art are exhibiting ‘Sash’ their first group exhibition for this year in the Ballyfermot Library concourse for the month of November. The collection has been inspired by the sash worn by royalty but also as a symbol of rebellion and emancipation for the Suffragette movement.
- [Book Art Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/book-art-exhibition/) - The Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies Portfolio Course (ADT) class have an exhibition of work at the Dublin book festival this year. On display throughout Smock Alley Theatre DATE 3rd – 5th November TIME 10.00am – 5.00pm TICKET COST Free entry See your favourite stories come alive with book art sculptures on display throughout Dublin
- [Books come to life at Dublin Book Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/books-come-life-dublin-book-festival/) - Students from the Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies Portfolio Course (ADT) marked the opening of Dublin Book Festival with a display of three-dimensional artworks inspired by their favourite books at Smock Alley Theatre. Thousands of people saw much loved stories come to life with a series of unique magical sculptures which were exhibited throughout the entire festival last week.
- [BCFE Animation Graduate to receive Women in Animation Diversity Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-graduate-receive-women-animation-diversity-award/) - Nora Twomey, director of the upcoming animated picture 'The Breadwinner', will receive the award at the Spark Animation Festival in Vancouver on Thursday. The picture, which will be released in the US next month, is about a young girl living under the Taliban regime. The film’s executive producer is none other than Angeline Jolie. Twomey
- [Read animation graduate Nora Twomey's Interview](https://www.bcfe.ie/read-animation-graduate-nora-twomeys-interview/) - John Meagher of The Independent interviews BCFE Animation graduate Nora Twomey Nora dropped out of school at 15 and took a factory job before finding her calling in animation. Cork's Nora Twomey is one of the founders of the Oscar-nominated Cartoon Saloon. She is currently working with Angelina Jolie. Variety has hailed her as one to
- [Bowie’s guitarist @ the Rock School](https://www.bcfe.ie/bowies-guitarist-rock-school/) - Dublin born guitar legend Gerry Leonard (David Bowie, Suzanne Vega, Rufus Wainwright, Spookyghost) dropped in to give an inspiring guitar and industry workshop to music students in BCFE last week. Gerry performed tracks from his own back catalogue to a very enthusiastic audience, as well as some Bowie classics. He also gave students some background on
- [Speed Dating at Chasers Thursday October 26th](https://www.bcfe.ie/speed-dating-event-chasers-thursday-26th-october/) - When you think of romantic destinations worldwide a few places spring to mind. France has Paris, New York has the Empire State Building and Dublin has Chasers in Ballyfermot. MJH2 (2nd Year Journalism) are hosting a speed dating event on Thursday 26th October at 4.30pm for just €5. Have a look at our Speed Dating poster for more details.
- [Emmy nomination for BCFE animation graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/emmy-nominations-bcfe-graduates/) - Puffin Rock, an animated children's show produced by Cartoon Saloon - where a number of graduates of BCFE's animation courses are based - has just been nominated for an Emmy award. Congratulations to all concerned!
- [IFH2 nomination for Richard Harris Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/nomination-richard-harris-film-festival/) - Last year's second year IFH2 final year film 'Podge' has been selected for the official selection of the student competition at the Richard Harris Film Festival in Limerick. The film was made by the students on the course, and was directed and written by Rebecca Singleton.
- [Film graduate Gerard Walsh’s film "South" to be screened at Camerimage](https://www.bcfe.ie/film-graduate-gerard-walshs-film-south-screened-camerimage/) - Film Graduate Gerard Walsh’s film "South" to be screened at Camerimage, Poland as part of the Irish cinema review. Former HND in Film Graduate Gerard Walsh’s Film South will be screened at the prestigious international cinematography festival. The Irish Cinema Review which will take place during the 25th edition of the International Film Festival of
- [VFX & Animation Symposium 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/vfx-animation-symposium-2017/) - The schedule for the VFX & Animation Symposium 2017, to be hed at The Morrison Hotel, Ormond Quay Lower, Dublin on Friday 20th of October, has now been announced. Full details are available.
- [2017 - 2018 New Timetables](https://www.bcfe.ie/2017-2018-new-timetables/) - Download your new timetable (starting 18th September).
- [Fibre Art Graduates, 2017 at 'Sculpture In Context', Botanic Gardens](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-graduates-2017-sculpture-context-botanic-gardens/) - The 2017 graduates of the Higher National Diploma in Fibre Art exhibit a group piece entitled 'Meitheal' at the prestigious annual 'Sculpture in Context' exhibition.
- [Animation graduate Nora Twomey talks to Ryan Tubridy](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-graduate-nora-twomey-talks-ryan-tubridy/) - Animation graduate Nora Twomey talks to Ryan Tubridy about Cartoon Saloon's Oscar nominated films, & TV series and Nora's own educational background leading to her success. About Nora Nora left school at 15 and returned to college here in BCFE in her twenties. "There are ways [to success] if you're willing to work and take
- [Fr Peter McVerry visits Social Care students](https://www.bcfe.ie/fr-peter-mcverry-visits-social-care-students/) - Fr Peter McVerry gave a talk on Thursday 25th of February, 2016 on important issues in Irish society for young people. Students on the Social Care courses attended the talk. SCC Early Childhood Care & Education SCH Community & Health Services SNC Care of The Person With Special Needs SHND HND in Applied Social Studies
- [Fr Peter McVerry visits Social Care students](https://www.bcfe.ie/fr-peter-mcverry-visits-social-care-students/) - Fr Peter McVerry gave a talk on Thursday 25th of February, 2016 on important issues in Irish society for young people. Students on the Social Care courses attended the talk. SCC Early Childhood Care & Education SCH Community & Health Services SNC Care of The Person With Special Needs SHND HND in Applied Social Studies
- [BCFE short films LIGHT HOUSE CINEMA](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-short-films-light-house-cinema/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education presents a series of short films made especially for the Centenary of the Easter Rising. List of Films The Wrong Uniform Small Acts of Resistance with Big Implications Sister V Brother in Different Uniforms Inchicore Woman with Stories of Local Resistance and Raids How to Get Fed in a Revolution!
- [Exhibition of Childrens' Book Illustration at Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/exhibition-of-childrens-book-illustration-at-ballyfermot-library/) - Ballyfermot Library will display an exhibition of children's books' illustrations by students of the Animation course. The exhibition will be on display for the month of May 2016. Higher National Diploma in Computer and Classical Animation Students currently completing the first year of a two year Higher National Diploma in Computer and Classical Animation produced the work
- [Showcase of film students in library](https://www.bcfe.ie/showcase-of-bcfe-film-students-in-library/) - Exhibition showcasing the work of the BCFE film students The students from the one year film course at BCFE are showing their short films and black and white photography. Students from this course have previously been nominated and won Royal Television Society Awards in the drama and comedy / entertainment categories. Exhibition Details The Television
- [Animation4success screenings 25th April, 2016](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation4success-screenings-25th-april-2016/) - There will be a screening of four short films done during the after-school Animation4Success programme in the Anna Brett Hall at BCFE. These films are by local 5th class pupils from St. Louise's School. The screening is on Monday night 25th April, 2016, at 6.30pm. The films are about characters of The Easter Rising.
- [Ceoltóir (HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance) end-of-year gigs 13th of May, 2016,](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-hnd-in-irish-traditional-music-performance-end-of-year-gigs-13th-of-may-2016/) - It's that time of year again: The Ceoltóir (HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance) end-of-year gigs to be held on Friday 13th of May, 2016, and are sure to be a good night out. Details Where Áras Chrónáin, Watery Lane, Orchard Lane, Dublin 22 Doors Open 8:30 Admission €5/3 For more detail, please see the
- [HND in Illustration, Graphic Design and Fibre Art: end of year show 18-20 and 21-22 may at the cowshed, Farmleigh](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-in-illustration-graphic-design-and-fibre-art-end-of-year-show/) - HND in Illustration, Graphic Design and Fibre Art: will have their end-of-year show 18-20 and 21-22 May, 2016 at the Cowshed, Farmleigh. Second year HND Graphic Design student, Carol McGovern, created and designed the poster for the event. Featured above is work by one of our students, Carolina Cantor. There is a also a press release
- [Animation and Games Showcase at the IFI on 24th of May 2016](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-and-games-showcase-at-the-ifi-on-24th-of-may/) - Get together with old friends and meet some new ones at our annual Animation and Games Showcase at the Irish Film Institute at 6:30 for 7pm screening on May 24th. Details Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Dublin 2 Screening 7:00 pm TUESDAY 24th MAY 2016 See our poster for more details on this event.
- [Commemorating 1916 Exhibition features work by BCFE Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/commemorating-1916-exhibition-features-work-by-bcfe-students/) - An exhibition of work by students of the of the Higher National Diploma in Classical and Computer Animation course at Ballyfermot College of Further Education. In autumn 2015 second year students studying animation at BCFE spent several days on location at the Pearse Museum. The purpose was to research backgrounds and characters for a proposed animated
- [Fibre Art at Art Source and the Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-at-art-source-and-the-ballyfermot-library/) - Art Source Three of our past graduates from HND in Fibre Art exhibited their work at Art Source in the RDS, Dublin this November 11th-13th. These were: Ina Olohan Grainne Quinn Mary Wilkie They were successful in selling work and gained enormous experience partaking in this event and receiving feedback from buyers, galleries and the general
- [Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies Exhibition, Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-design-three-dimensional-studies-exhibition-in-ballyfermot-library/) - Dublin Book Festival Congratulations to the Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies students on their exhibition of sculpture books at this year’s Dublin Book Festival. Each student was asked to respond to their own relationship with books. Ballyfermot Library The exhibition has now been moved to Ballyfermot Library and opens from the 20th December until
- [Social Justice Week BCFE Feb 13-17, 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/social-justice-week-bcfe-feb-13th-feb-17-2017/) - MONDAY FEB 13 AT 12 NOON IN ROOM 105 - THE XILE PROJECT The Xile Project is an online gallery of people who have travelled from Ireland to have abortions. Established by five Irish women, the Xile Project aims to put real faces to the issue of abortion. One of the founders, Julie Morrissy, said:
- [Rock School Gigs 'Audible Chocolate' 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-gigs-audible-chocolate-2017/) - This years Rock School mini festival "Audible Chocolate”, is set to take place over three consecutive Wednesdays – 22nd March, 29th March and 5th April, 2017.
- [Traditional Music Ceoltóir Gig, Wednesday 5th April](https://www.bcfe.ie/traditional-music-ceoltoir-gig-wednesday-5th-april/) - Our next Ceoltóir gig takes place next Wednesday, the 5th of April at the Cobblestone pub, Smithfield, Dublin at 8.30pm. The students of the HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance will perform. Details When 8pm, Wednesday, the 5th of April Where Cobblestone pub, Smithfield, Dublin
- [Ceoltóir Traditional Music Graduate Gig](https://www.bcfe.ie/ceoltoir-traditional-music-graduate-gig/) - Students from BCFE’s Higher National Diploma in Traditional Music Performance (Ceoltóir) invite you to their final gig of the college year. Details Wednesday 10th May, Áras Chrónáin, Watery Lane, Dublin 22 Doors 8:30PM Admission € 5/3 Map
- [Television & Digital Film Annual Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-digital-film-annual-exhibition/) - Photography and Short Films The Television & Digital Film Annual Exhibition of Photography and Short Films takes place on Wednesday April 5th, from 6pm in Ballyfermot Library. Display The photography will remain on display in the library for the following week.
- [TV & Film students awarded for their films](https://www.bcfe.ie/former-bcfe-students-awarded-for-their-films/) - From the Ballyfermot Echo: 'TV & Film graduates from Ballyfermot College of Further Education (BCFE) continue to put themselves, and their college, in the picture, with two former students recently receiving awards and plaudits from various film festivals across the country' writes Jesse Melia. 'The film South, directed by Gerard Walsh, won ‘Best Feature’ at
- [BCFE portfolio courses end of year exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-end-year-exhibition/) - A selection of work from BCFE portfolio courses will take place at Ballyfermot Library on Thursday June 1st until Wednesday 7th June for more details see attached poster.
- [Games and Animation Showcase](https://www.bcfe.ie/games-animation-showcase/) - The BCFE Games and Animation Showcase takes place on Tuesday 23rd May at the Irish Film Institute between 6-8pm - all are welcome. Please see our attached poster below for more details. Details SCREENING 7:00 pm TUESDAY 23rd MAY 2017 GAMES INTERACTIVE PLAY from 6pm & from 8pm IRISH FILM INSTITUTE, 6 EUSTACE STREET, DUBLIN
- [Irish School of Animation selections for Santa Barbara International Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-school-of-animation-selections-for-santa-barbara-international-film-festival/) - BCFE's Irish School of Animation is proud to announce that the animations listed below were selected to be included in the Irish program curated by the Director of the Dingle Film Festival, Maurice Galway, for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Animations Elif Boyacioglu's The Teacup (2015, below) Julie Rush's Wounded (2014, second below)
- [Fibre Art visit Showcase Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-showcase-ireland/) - Creative Expo Second year Fibre Art students attended Showcase Ireland. The RDS hosted this creative expo featuring the best of Irish craft, gifts and interiors. The students attended seminars and spoke with Irish designers and enterprise boards from all over the country. It was a highly informative event for students considering future self employment and
- [Rock School band Wairwe play BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/rock-school-band-wairwe-play-bcfe/) - The Alternative Acoustic Rock Band Wairwe recently entertained the students in the social area at BCFE. Rock School They include among their members a current student of the HND in Contemporary Music Performance (Rock School).
- [BCFE Oscars Retrospective: Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-oscars-retrospective-animation/) - See this site for a review of Irish Oscar successes in the last few years. The piece mentions BCFE Animation graduates Richard Baneham, as well as those who have gone on the work at Brown Bag and Cartoon Saloon.
- [Irish School of Animation screening at Silk Road Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-school-of-animation-screening-silk-road-film-festival/) - Exterium The 2016 Silk Road Film Festival have selected Irish School of Animation graduate, Richard Barragry's Exterium for screening. The festival takes place on Thursday, 10th March.
- [A warm welcome back to our Business and Journalism students](https://www.bcfe.ie/a-warm-welcome-back-to-our-business-and-journalism-students/) - Welcome back to the 14 Business and Journalism students who have just spent the last two weeks in Helsinki, Finland. Students on the HNDs for Business and Journalism can apply for Erasmus+ placements in the second year of their course. Work Experience Placement Twelve Business students spent their work experience placement in a variety of businesses, ranging
- [Art Design Three Dimensional Studies Project "Deconstruct Reconstruct"](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-design-three-dimensional-studies-project-deconstruct-reconstruct/) - Our Art, Design Three Dimensional Studies one year portfolio course student, Gavin Flanagan, made this plane from parts of an old drill.
- [Music Management gigs](https://www.bcfe.ie/music-management-gigs/) - The Music Management gigs are currently happening at selected venues around town. A full list will follow shortly. Below are photos of The Vagabonds (above) and Wairwe (below) from the Grand Social on 2nd March 2016. Photos by Terry Warren.
- [Royal Television Society and Dingle Film Festival win for Animation students](https://www.bcfe.ie/royal-television-society-and-dingle-film-festival-win-for-animation-students/) - Royal Television Society Lynn O'Reilly and Elif Boyacioglu, accept the award for the Student Animation Category at the Royal Television Society Awards. Unfortunately Francesca Saunder was in absentia. The judges felt it was a well crafted animation with great attention to detail. They said it was a 'well-paced, creative, and magical production.' Congratulations to the students. And
- [4 National Student Media Award Nominations](https://www.bcfe.ie/4-national-student-media-award-nominations/) - Congratulations to Sean Cunningham for winning a SMEDIA last night at the National Student Media Awards. He won with his delightful short animation Bugg and Mr Hill. This win follows his winning not one, but three, awards at the recent Dingle Film Festival. Best Short Animation BCFE dominated the Best Short Animation category as our David
- [Irish Film and Television Academy Win for Animation graduate](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-film-and-television-academy-win-for-animation-graduate/) - Congratulations to Animation graduate Daniel Spencer for winning an Irish Film and Television Academy Award for his animation Geist. Best Irish Short This film has already won Best Irish Short at the recent Dublin International Film Festival and at the Galway Film Fleadh. Launched in 2012, Giant Animation studios is destined for great things - watch this
- [Presentation and Performance graduate on Xposé](https://www.bcfe.ie/presentation-and-performance-graduate-xpose/) - BCFE Presentation and Performance graduate Cassie Stokes joins Xposé Cassie will become Karen Koster’s maternity replacement as anchor on TV3’s flagship entertainment show Xposé. Cassie will be on the show from Monday 18th April. She will join fellow Presentation and Performance graduate Glenda Gilson along with Lisa Cannon, Peter O’Riordan and Aisling O’Loughlin.
- [Images of background work for HND in Fibre Art assignment](https://www.bcfe.ie/images-background-work-hnd-fibre-art-assignment/)
- [Writer and artist of the 'Granuaile: Queen of Storms' visit Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/writer-and-artist-of-the-granuaile-queen-of-storms-visit-ballyfermot-library/) - Dave Hendrick and Luca Pizzari, are the writer and graphic artist of 'Granuaile: Queen of Storms', the graphic novel. They recently came to talk to BCFE Illustration, Graphic Design & Animation Students. Dave Hendrick Dublin native Dave Hendrick is currently working on a number of projects including a Pearl Jam comic book anthology and other graphic
- [Film student wins at First Cut Youth Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-student-wins-first-cut-youth-film-festival/) - Best Third Level Short Film Congratulations to Skye S. Alanazi, second year HND Film student at BCFE. Skye won the Best Third Level Short Film category at the First Cut Youth Film Festival held in Youghal, Co. Cork with a short film called Malum.
- [Brenda Romero pays BCFE a compliment](https://www.bcfe.ie/brenda-romero-pays-bcfe-a-compliment/) - Brenda Romero at Dublin’s Comic Con, one of the first women to break into the gaming industry in the 1980s, says this about BCFE: “Ballyfermot is such a great school. I mean you guys are fighting underdogs. I absolutely love that place and you guys have brilliant teachers there too,” Read the full article on
- [Commemorating 1916 Exhibition features work by Animation Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/commemorating-1916-exhibition-features-animation-students/) - An exhibition of work by students of the of the Higher National Diploma in Classical and Computer Animation course at Ballyfermot College of Further Education. In autumn 2015 second year students studying animation at BCFE spent several days on location at the Pearse Museum. The purpose was to research backgrounds and characters for a proposed animated
- [Illustration students at Dublin History Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/illustration-students-at-dublin-history-festival/) - The first and second year Illustration students recently took part 'Building Dubh Linn' as part of the Dublin History Festival. The students made templates of Viking boats and hats, and designed sails and shields during Margaret Anne Suggs' classes. These were then assembled with children who visited the event on 24th September. The Event The event was
- [Fibre Art Graduate meets Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-graduate-meets-students/) - On Friday, October 7th, students of our HND in Fibre Art had the opportunity to work with contemporary Irish designer Jill de Burca. She shared elements of her professional practice and samples of her work and look-books and techniques within applique. Great inspiration for our students for their upcoming show in November "Off the Cuff"-
- [Live project for Art Design & Three Dimensional studies: Scary monsters, Super Creeps](https://www.bcfe.ie/live-project-for-art-design-three-dimensional-studies-scary-monsters-super-creeps/) - Art Design & Three Dimensional Students on our one year art portfolio preparation course are once again supporting a ghost event. Meath County Council have organised a Halloween event in Navan in aid of Alzheimers. Second Outing This is Art Design & Three Dimensional studies second ghost event - the costumes were first used as part
- [Fibre Art at Art Source and the Ballyfermot Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/fibre-art-at-art-source-and-the-ballyfermot-library/) - Art Source Three of our past graduates from HND in Fibre Art exhibited their work at Art Source in the RDS, Dublin this November 11th-13th. These were: Ina Olohan Grainne Quinn Mary Wilkie They were successful in selling work and gained enormous experience partaking in this event and receiving feedback from buyers, galleries and the general
- [HND in Fibre Art visit Jennifer Slattery Studios](https://www.bcfe.ie/hnd-in-fibre-art-visit-jennifer-slattery-studios/) - HND in Fibre Art students visit Jennifer Slattery Studios in Dublin. Many thanks to Jennifer for her hospitality and generosity of spirit. Professional Practice The visit was part of their Professional Practice class content.
- [Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies students exhibit sculpture books at this year’s Dublin Book Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-design-three-dimensional-studies-students-exhibit-sculpture-books-dublin-book-festival/) - Dublin Book Festival Congratulations to our Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies students on their exhibition of sculpture books at this year’s Dublin Book Festival. Each student responded to their own relationship with books in the sculptures. Ballyfermot Library If you missed the book festival, don't worry. Ballyfermot Library is now exhibiting the work. This opens from the 20th
- [Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies students won first prize at St. Patrick's Day Parade, Ratoath](https://www.bcfe.ie/art-design-three-dimensional-studies-students-won-first-prize/) - First prize Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies students won first prize for a 'walking group'. They had a showing of 'big heads' on the day, made by students on the one year art portfolio course. Congratulations to the BCFE ADT (Art, Design & Three Dimensional Studies) students on their contribution to the Dunshauglin Harvest Festival
- [Degree In Media Production Management graduate talks to students about working in the media](https://www.bcfe.ie/degree-in-media-production-management/) - BA MPM (BA (Hons) Degree In Media Production Management) graduate Thomas Russell recently gave a talk to second year journalists. Thomas talked about his work in CORE Media, 'Ireland's largest media communications group'.
- [Journalism Course student travels to Zambia with Simon Cumbers Media Fund](https://www.bcfe.ie/journalism-course-simon-cumbers-media-fund/) - Journalism Course student Vanessa Manunga travels to Zambia this summer courtesy of the Simon Cumbers Media Fund. This fund financially supports journalists to report on issues in developing countries. The 27-year-old actress turned journalism student faced stiff competition from journalists all over the country. In the end, the judging panel were impressed with the passion she displayed.
- [BCFE Radio Course Students' Broadcasts](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-radio-course-students-broadcasts/) - Every year, students on the Higher National Diploma in Radio course in Ballyfermot College broadcast two Radio station weeks. First year students are on air this week with www.rcktradio.com. In May, the second year students will be on air with BCFE FM. Other Media Courses Students from other Media Courses in the college such as the
- [Radio Programming & Production Student Wins Google News Lab Fellowship](https://www.bcfe.ie/radio-programming-production-student-wins-news-fellowship/) - Radio Programming & Production Student Wins Google News Lab Fellowship. Congratulations to Simon O'Leary on winning the Google News Lab Fellowship with Newstalk. Eight-week Placement Students from all over Ireland competed to secure the eight-week placement. The placement offers those interested in journalism and technology the opportunity to gain valuable experience not to mention making those all important
- [TV and Animation students win Royal Television Society award](https://www.bcfe.ie/tv-animation-students-win-royal-television-society-award/) - Comedy and Entertainment Award Noel Aungier (Television & Digital Film Student) won the Comedy and Entertainment award for his film “Trixie”. Animation Award BA Visual Media (Animation) Students won the Animation award for their Animation “Define Intervention”. The students were Sean Cunningham, Patrick Kavanagh, Padraig Byrne & Nicole Storck. Royal Television Society ROI Award Ceremony The Royal Television Society ROI
- ['Television Course' Vimeo site](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-course-vimeo-site/) - It's now possible to watch award winning short films made on the QQI Television and Digital Film Course and work from the Television Higher National Diploma, on our 'Television Courses' Vimeo site.
- [Television HND graduate wins at Irish Film Institute Annual Documentary Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-hnd-graduate-wins-at-irish-film-institute-annual-documentary-festival/) - Best Irish Short Documentary Gregory Dunn, a recent graduate of the Television HND won the Audience Award for 'Best Irish Short Documentary' for his quirky short 'Toasted'. The Irish Film Institute Annual Documentary Festival was on Saturday 25th September and the award was made then. The audience voted on their winner after the seven films were
- [Television and Digital Film course Student nominated in RTS Student Film Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/television-and-digital-film-course-student-nominated-in-rts-student-film-awards/) - Last year BCFE student Noel Aungier created a short film called 'Trixi' on the Television and Digital Film course. Royal Television Society Student Film Awards 'Trixi' received it's nomination in the Comedy & Entertainment category of the Royal Television Society Student Film Awards. The award ceremony is next Wednesday. We wish Noel the best of luck in
- [Children's Hospital Illustrations](https://www.bcfe.ie/childrens-hospital-illustrations/) - The students of BCFE's Higher National Diploma in Classical & Computer Animation donated Illustrations to Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Crumlin. Gulliver's Travels The Illustrations for Gulliver's Travels are on display in the main corridor near St John's Ward.
- [Smedia Nominations](https://www.bcfe.ie/smedia-nominations/) - BCFE have 6 nominations in the 'Short Animation of the Year' category in the upcoming Smedias. Short Animation of the Year David Delaney, Kishan Nayar, Stephen Poole, Niamh Skelly, Daniel McGuire, Jonathan Carroll – BCFE Iara Harris – BCFE Shauna Cullen, Ger Smith, Chris Craig, Hannah Cleary, Mark Brennan – BCFE Sean Cunningham, Paul Kavanagh,
- [Stephen Silver's workshop for Animation students](https://www.bcfe.ie/stephen-silvers-workshop-animation-students/) - Internationally renowned character designer Stephen Silver gives workshop to Animation students at BCFE on Wednesday 12th October 2016. Stephen Silver Stephen got his professional start in 1992 drawing caricatures at Sea World in San Diego. He has designed characters for Disney Television Animation, Sony Feature Animation and Nickelodeon Animation, designing characters for shows such as "Kim Possible", "Danny
- [Irish School of Animation News: Nomination for Children’s BAFTA Awards and Dublin Film Festival Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-school-of-animation-news-nominatation-for-childrens-bafta-awards-and-dublin-film-festival-award/) - Children’s BAFTA Awards nomination for Animation series 'Peter Rabbit' by Brown Bag Films, and 'Go Jetters' by Giant Animation and Boulder Media. More animation news ISA (Irish School of Animation) graduates have won the Audience Choice Award at the Dublin Film Festival for Define Intervention'. Congratulations to all on their successes!
- [Annie Award nominations for Irish School of Animation graduates](https://www.bcfe.ie/annie-award-nominations-for-irish-school-of-animation-graduates/) - The Annie Awards announced nominations for the upcoming awards today. There are nominations for Brown Bag Films and Cartoon Saloon. Both of these companies employ many graduates of BCFE's Irish School of Animation. There's more! Individual Irish School of Animation graduates also received three separate nominations: Barry Kennedy for his work on 'Atomic Puppet' Terry Bannon
- [Annie Award Nomination for Animation graduate](https://www.bcfe.ie/annie-award-nomination-for-animation-graduate/) - Annie Award Nomination for Animation graduate Barry Kennedy, a graduate of our Classical Animation Course. The category of the nomination is 'Outstanding Achievement Character Animation in an Animated TV / Broadcast Production'. Award Ceremony The award ceremony will take place on 3rd February in Los Angeles. Barry currently works with Mercury Filmworks.
- [Animation Dingle 2017 Nomination for Irish School of Animation Courses](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-dingle-2017-nomination-for-isa/) - Animation Dingle 2017 has announced their 'Official Selection'! Our Animation Courses' films have been noticed! Films which will be shown The films which will screen at the 5th annual festival in March are: Hannah Cleary's 'All New Twitter', Padraic Byrne's 'Clean Ur Plate', Sean Cunningham's 'Define Intervention', ' Kingdom Platae' by Sinead O'Regan, 'The Banshee's Comb', by
- [More Jobs in Animation!](https://www.bcfe.ie/more-jobs-in-animation/) - Cartoon Saloon have announced a new partnership creating 140 jobs in Animation. Read the full story here. Animation graduates Paul Young, Tomm Moore and Nora Twomey, Ballyfermot College Animation graduates, founded Cartoon Saloon in 1999.
- [Animation Graduates Receive IFTA Nomination](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-student-ifta-nomination/) - Animation Graduates Receive IFTA Nomination for the animated short they produced in BCFE entitled Define Intervention. The team is made up of graduates of the BA (Hons) Visual Media in Animation Sean Cunningham, Patrick Kavanagh, Padraig Byrne & Nicole Storck. Define Intervention The story is about an Irish priest who comes face to face with God,
- [Animation graduate, Kavaleer CEO, delivers master class at BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/animation-graduate-kavaleer-ceo-delivers-master-class/) - Master class on character Animation course graduate Andrew Kavanagh visits BCFE college. While he was here, Andrew delivered a master class on character to our BA Visual Media in Animation Life Drawing students. Andrew Kavanagh Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Dublin-based Kavaleer Productions. Kavaleer Productions is an award winning, Dublin based animation studio set up by Andrew in
- [BCFE Animation Students win again](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-students-win/) - BCFE Animation Students win 4 awards at the annual Dingle Animation Festival. The Banshee's Comb by Gráinne Hegarty Define Intervention won in 3 categories Best Art Direction and, Best Director and the overall, Student Animation of the year The trophy cabinet is filling up for the Define Intervention production team who have already won the
- [IFTN report on BCFE Animation Success, Dingle Animation Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-animation-success-dingle/) - Irish Film and Television Network report on BCFE Animation Success Dingle Animation Festival. When they go to Dingle they get inspired A piece entitled “When they go to Dingle they get inspired” in Irish Film and Television Network, recently reported on multiple wins by BCFE Animation students at Dingle Animation Festival 'Winners included ‘The Banshee’s
- [Julie Fowlis visits Ceoltóir](https://www.bcfe.ie/julie-fowlis-visits-ceoltoir/) - Julie Fowlis visits Ceoltóir (HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance Course) We were very lucky to have the pleasure of the multi-award winning Scottish Gaelic singer Julie Fowlis in last Tuesday for a workshop.
- [Kevin Burke visits Ceoltóir](https://www.bcfe.ie/kevin-burke-visits-ceoltoir/) - Kevin Burke visits Ceoltóir (HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance) to do a workshop just last week. Kevin is an ex member of The Bothy Band (and many other bands). He is also the current recipient of the Gradam Ceoil TG4. This is accepted as Traditional music's highest award. Finally, apart from being a gent, he
- [Music Management graduate wins award at at the Digital Communication Awards 2016 in Berlin](https://www.bcfe.ie/music-management-graduate-wins-award-at-at-the-digital-communication-awards-2016-in-berlin/) - Michael Lynham, a graduate of the HND in Music Management and BA (Hons) Degree In Media Production Management has recently won an award for 'Best Masters Thesis' at the Digital Communication Awards 2016 in Berlin. His project was titled 'A Study of the Potential Role of Music Classification Technologies in Video Advertising'. Michael Lynham He has
- [Irish Traditional Music Performance graduate launches CD](https://www.bcfe.ie/irish-traditional-music-performance-graduate-launches-cd/) - Ceoltóir (HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance) graduate Daoiri Farrell is launching his CD on Tuesday 25th in Whelans on Wexford street at 8pm. More Info Find more information on Daoiri's website. Latest Video His latest video, 'The Creggan White Hare', has about 130,000 views on youtube - but you can watch it here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPI_tHNjS78
- [Traditional Music Course graduate nominated for the BBC Folk Awards 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/traditional-music-course-graduate-nominated-bbc-folk-awards-2017/) - One of our our former Traditional Music Course students Daoiri Farrell has just received 3 nominations for the BBC Folk Awards 2017. Nomination categories The categories in which Daoiri received a nomination are Folk Singer of the year Best Traditional Track. This track is Van Diemens Land. Daoiri is joined on this track by our own
- [Daoiri Farrell, Traditional Music Course Graduate, Wins 2 BBC Folk Awards](https://www.bcfe.ie/traditional-music-course-graduate-wins-2-bbc-folk-awards/) - Daoiri Farrell, Traditional Music Course Graduate, wins two BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Daoiri had been nominated in 3 Categories. On the night he won, Best Traditional Track for the track Van Diemen's Land from his new album 'True Born Irishman' (featuring BCFE's own Pat Daly and Tony Byrne). He also won the Horizon Award
- [Images from our successful Intercultural Day 2016](https://www.bcfe.ie/images-from-our-successful-intercultural-day-2016/)
- [BCFE at CDETB Expo](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-cdetb-expo/) - Ballyfermot College of Further Education will be at CDETB CITY EXPO 2017 at Liberties College ( (Liberties College is on Bull Alley Street off Patrick’s Street, D8) on February 7th from 11.30 – 15.00. Come Along! If you missed our Open Day and would like to find out more about Animation, Music, Television and the
- [Take One, Leave One, Share One - BCFE Free Library!](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-free-library/) - The BCFE 'Free Library' is now open in the social area of the main building. Take One, Leave One, Share One Based on the principle of 'Take One, Leave One, Share One', we encourage all students to use it in the hope that it becomes self-sustainable. If successful, plans are in place to extend it to

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- [Active * Consent](https://www.bcfe.ie/bcfe-supports-active-consent/) - Thanks to our colleagues in NUIG for providing us with this programme. ACTIVE *CONSENT In a study carried out by NUIG over 80% of young people say it is important to talk about sexual consent. Here in BCFE we support the active consent programme. The aim of the active consent programme in BCFE is to
- [Contact](https://www.bcfe.ie/contact/) - contact details City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot Southwest Campus Ballyfermot Road | Kylemore Road Ballyfermot Dublin 10 D10 TX46 Phone: 00353 1 629 8500 Fax: 00353 1 626 6754 Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie Contact email addresses for coordinators are available. See Bus Connects Map.
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- [Staff Hub](https://www.bcfe.ie/staffhub/)
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- [Open Day Social Media Competition - September 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/terms-conditions-open-day-social-media-competition/) - Terms & Conditions The competition is open to all participants over the age of 17. Competition participants must like, share, and comment on the course they would like to complete on the open day social media post to constitute a valid entry. The competition begins on the 8 of August 2022 at 12pm and concludes
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- [T & C](https://www.bcfe.ie/tc/) - These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the BCFE website (the “BCFE Site”) and your relationship with Ballyfermot College of Further Education (the “BCFE”, “we” or “us”). Please read them carefully as they affect your rights and liabilities under the law. If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, please do not
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- [Accessibility](https://www.bcfe.ie/accessibility/) - We are committed to providing the very best of service in all areas, including having this web site as accessibility friendly as possible. Please contact us if there are any issues which restrict your access to the site. SEARCHING THE SITE As the search facility to the top right uses Javascript to execute the searches,
- [Registration Information 2016](https://www.bcfe.ie/studyatbcferegistration-information-2016/)
- [Events](https://www.bcfe.ie/events/)
- [Students Works](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/)
- [Courses](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/)
- [Current Students](https://www.bcfe.ie/current-students/)
- [BCFE Email](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-area/bcfe-email/)
- [Student's Area](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-area/)

## Courses

- [Digital Marketing with Generative AI (Creative Media)](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/digital-marketing-with-generative-ai-creative-media/)
- [Advanced Illustration Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/advanced-illustration-level-6/)
- [Illustration Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/illustration-level-5/)
- [Contemporary Music Performance Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-contemporary-music-performance-rock-school/)
- [Music Production Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-music-production/)
- [Classical & Computer Animation Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-classical-computer-animation/)
- [Art Portfolio - Art, Graphics And Printmaking (Visual Communications) Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/art-graphics-printmaking-visual-communications/)
- [Art Portfolio - 3D Digital and Traditional Art and Design Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/art-design-three-dimensional-studies/)
- [Art Portfolio - Art, Design & Mixed Media Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/art-design-mixed-media/)
- [Graphic Design (Visual Communications) Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-graphic-design-visual-communications/)
- [Radio, Podcasting, Production & Presenting Levels 5 & 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/radio-podcasting-production-presenting/)
- [Journalism & Content Creation Levels 5 & 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/journalism-content-creation/)
- [Photography & Content Creation Levels 5 & 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/photography-content-creation/)
- [Media & Broadcasting Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/media-broadcasting/)
- [BA (Hons) Immersive Media Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/ba-hons-immersive-media-virtual-film-production/)
- [Short Film & Factual Video Production Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/short-film-factual-video-production/)
- [Cinematography Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/cinematography/)
- [Film Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/film/)
- [Advanced Skills for Visual Effects, Video and Animation Post-Production Traineeship Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/advanced-skills-visual-effects-video-animation-post-production-traineeship/)
- [Games Production & 3D Graphics Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/games-production-3d-graphics/)
- [Games (Visual Media) BA (Hons) Degree Level 8](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/games-visual-media-ba-hons-game-design-degree-level-8/)
- [Advanced Games Production & Design Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/advanced-games-production-design/)
- [Irish Traditional Music Performance and Traineeship in Instrument Making, Repair and Maintenance Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/hnd-in-irish-traditional-music-performance/)
- [Music Performance Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/music-performance/)
- [Sound Production Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/sound-production/)
- [Early Learning & Care (Childcare) Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/early-learning-care-childcare/)
- [Nursing Studies (General, Paediatrics & Midwifery) Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/nursing-studies-general-paediatrics-midwifery/)
- [Animation (Visual Media) BA (Hons) Degree Level 8](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/ba-hons-visual-media-animation/)
- [Animation Drawing Studies Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/animation-drawing-studies/)
- [BA (Honours) In Media Technologies (Media)](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/ba-honours-in-media-technologies-media/)
- [BA (Honours) In Media Technologies (Film and Documentary)](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/ba-honours-in-media-technologies-film-documentary/)
- [Healthcare / Special Needs Assisting Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/healthcare-special-needs-assisting/)
- [Return to Learning Level 4](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/return-to-learning-mature-students-btei/)
- [Preparation for Healthcare Level 4](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/preparation-for-healthcare/)
- [Community & Social Services Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/community-social-services/)
- [Social Care Studies (Social & Vocational Integration) Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/social-care-studies-social-vocational-integration/)
- [Pre-University Foundation in Teaching Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/pre-university-foundation-in-teaching/)
- [Certified Accountancy & Payroll Pathway Traineeship Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/business-certified-accountancy-pathway-traineeship-level-6/)
- [Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Business + Psychology](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/bachelor-business-hons-business-psychology/)
- [Business and Medical Administration Level 5](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/business-medical-administration/)
- [BA (Honours) in Politics, Society and Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/ba-honours-in-politics-society-and-media/)
- [Documentary and Multicamera Video Production (Film and Television Production) Level 6](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses/documentary-multicamera-video-film-television-production/)

## Events

- [Digital Exhibition | INSPIRE 2022](https://www.bcfe.ie/events/end-year-digital-exhibition-inspire-2022/) - Please join us in celebrating the work of our amazing students. The Inspire 2022 website showcases the work from over 30 courses including Animation, Art, Digital Media, Games, Journalism, Radio, Music, Social Care, Television & Visual Effects. We hope you enjoy the exhibition as much as we do! inspire2022.bcfe.ie Animation & Games inspire2022.bcfe.ie/animation-games Art & Design inspire2022.bcfe.ie/art-design/ Digital Media inspire2022.bcfe.ie/digital-media/
- [BCFE Prospectus 2022-2023](https://www.bcfe.ie/events/bcfe-prospectus-2022-2023/) - Click to download the NEW BCFE Prospectus 2022-2023

## Students Works

- [Perfect Shot](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/perfect-shot/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [A Sip](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/a-sip/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [L'Ultimo Preludo](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/lultimo-preludo/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Quincy](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/quincy/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Your Silent Face](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/your-silent-face/)
- [A Good Girl](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/a-good-girl/)
- [Ethan](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/ethan/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Euro Palace](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/euro-palace/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Indelible](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/indelible/)
- [Victim](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/victim/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Death Of An Otter](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/death-of-an-otter-2/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Radio Students on Erasmus in Helsinki](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/radio-students-erasmus-helsinki/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Radio Students in Malta on Erasmus](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/radio-students-malta-erasmus/)
- [Radio Students on Erasmus in Finland](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/erasmus-in-finland/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Inis Oirr video - Previous students week long field trip to Inis Oirr](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/inis-oirr-vid/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Fibre Art, Graphic Design and Illustration Exhibition - Ideate 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/fibre-art-graphic-design-illustration-exhibition-ideate-2017/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Room](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/room/)
- [ISA Showreel](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/isa-showreel/)
- [My Pop-up Adventure](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/my-pop-up-adventure/)
- [Reflections](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/reflections/)
- [Mariella](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/mariella/)
- [Reprieve](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/reprieve/)
- [Border Control](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/border-control/)
- [The Last Train](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-last-train/)
- [The thin pink line](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-thin-pink-line/)
- [The morning after the night before](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-morning-after-the-night-before/)
- [The artists](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-artists/)
- [Olinda](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/olinda/)
- [The old guys](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-old-guys/)
- [Laurie and the Litterbugs](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/laurie-and-the-litterbugs/)
- [Rat Race](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/rat-race/)
- [The Apple Tree](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/the-apple-tree/)
- [Extracted](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/extracted/)
- [Nana's Strawberry Preserve](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/nanas-strawberry-preserve/)
- [Spark](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/spark/)
- [Mime vs Mime](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/mime-vs-mime/)
- [Blip](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/blip/)
- [Detective Honey](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/detective-honey/)
- [Growing Pain](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/growing-pain/)
- [I'll C U Later](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/ill-c-u-later/)
- [Possessed](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/possessed/)
- [Thin Ice](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/thin-ice/)
- [Looking Glass](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/looking-glass/)
- [Animation & Games Graduate Showcase 2017](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/animation-games-graduate-showcase-2017/) - This video contains flashing images that may cause discomfort or trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. I acknowledge this and wish to show the video
- [Digital Media Interface Design Small Business](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-tradesman/)
- [Digital Media Interface Design Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-music/)
- [Digital Media Interface Design Dating](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-dating/)
- [Digital Media Interface Design Property](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-property/)
- [Visual Effects and 3D Technology Coursework](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/visual-effects-3d-technology-coursework/)
- [ADM (Art, Design and Mixed Media)](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/adm-art-design-and-mixed-media/)
- [Art, Graphics & Printmaking – Visual Communications](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/art-graphics-printmaking-visual-communications/)
- [Music Management](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/music-management/)
- [HND in Graphic Design (Visual Communications)](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/hnd-in-graphic-design-visual-communications/)
- [Art Design and Three Dimensional Studies](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/art-design-and-three-dimensional-studies/)
- [Video Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/video-games/)
- [Business students visit IT Tallaght](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/hnd-in-business/)
- [Poster for Tomorrow - ‘Freedom of Movement’](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/poster-tomorrow-freedom-movement/)
- [Wordplay](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/wordplay/)
- [Vector Characters](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/vector-characters/)
- [Work by BCFE Digital Media included in Irish Aid Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/work-bcfe-digital-media-included-irish-aid-exhibition/)
- [Digital Media Interface Design Team](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-team/)
- [Digital Media Interface Design Wedding](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/digital-media-interface-design-wedding/)
- [Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/animation/)
- [TV](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/film-2/)
- [Higher National Diploma in Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/art-design-graphics-2/)
- [BCFE Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/bcfe-games/)
- [Sound](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/rock-school-2-2/)
- [Rock School](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/rock-school/)
- [Film](https://www.bcfe.ie/students-works/film/)

## Alumni Testimonials

- [Valeriia Sotnikova](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/valeriia-sotnikova/)
- [Dean Harding](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/dean-harding/)
- [Shannon Irvine](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/shannon-irvine/)
- [Sean Daan ](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/sean-daan/)
- [Leona Rogers](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/leona-rogers/)
- [Roisin Meenan](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/roisin-meenan/)
- [Yvonne Byrne](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/yvonne-byrne/)
- [Gloria Odigie](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/gloria-odigie/)
- [Michelle McAuley](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/michelle-mcauley/)
- [Dean Marshall](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/dean/)
- [Nosa Osarenkhoe ](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/nosa-osarenkhoe/)
- [Daoirí Farrell](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/daoiri-farrell/)
- [Alan Doherty](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/alan-doherty/)
- [Frankie Gaffney](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/frankie-gaffney/)
- [Cheryl Finnerty](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/cheryl-finnerty/)
- [Vera Gsenger](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/vera-gsenger/)
- [Oisín Ó Cuilleanáin](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/oisin-o-cuilleanain/)
- [Kat O’Connor](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/kat-oconnor/)
- [Carla Rodera](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/carla-rodera/)
- [Caoimhe Hennessy](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/caoimhe-hennessy/)
- [Sharon O'Donoghue](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/sharon-odonoghue/) - Donec sodales sagittis magna. Quisque ut nisi. Vivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum ellentesque dapibus hendrerit tortor. Duis vel nibh at velit scelerisque suscipit. Quisque ut nisi ivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum. Pellentesque uisque ut nisi ivamus. Donec sodales sagittis magna. Quisque ut nisi. Vivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum ellentesque
- [Edel Quinn](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/edel-quinn/)
- [Adrienne Fanning](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/adrienne-fanning/)
- [Gabriella Makrai](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/gabriella-makrai/)
- [Graham Moynes](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/graham-moynes/)
- [Emily Good](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/emily-good/)
- [Oluwafunmilayo (La’Fun) Ayibiowu](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/oluwafunmilayo-lafun-ayibiowu/)
- [Jessica Maciel](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/jessica-maciel/)
- [Damien O'Reilly](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/damien-oreilly/) - Donec sodales sagittis magna. Quisque ut nisi. Vivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum ellentesque dapibus hendrerit tortor. Duis vel nibh at velit scelerisque suscipit. Quisque ut nisi ivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum. Pellentesque uisque ut nisi ivamus. Donec sodales sagittis magna. Quisque ut nisi. Vivamus in erat ut urna cursus vestibulum ellentesque
- [Noel Aungier](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/television-and-digital-film-testimonial/)
- [Tara Walsh](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/tara-walsh/)
- [Simon O’Leary](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/simon-oleary/)
- [Ian Fallon](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/ian-fallon/)
- [Kim Manley Killeen](https://www.bcfe.ie/study-at-bcfe/alumni-testimonials/kim-manley-killeen/)

## Categories

- [Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/animation/)
- [Art, Design & Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/art-design-illustration/)
- [Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/media/)
- [Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/music/)
- [Television, Film & Visual Effects](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/television-film-visual-effects/)
- [Business, Administration & Law](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/business-administration-law/)
- [Health, Welfare & Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/social-care/)
- [College](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/college/)
- [Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/category/games/)

## Tags

- [HND in Journalism](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-journalism/)
- [Print](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/print/)
- [HND in Irish Traditional Music Performance](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-irish-traditional-music-performance/)
- [HND in Radio Programming & Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-radio-programming-production/)
- [HND in Classical & Computer Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-classical-computer-animation/)
- [Animation Drawing Studies](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animation-drawing-studies/)
- [Art Design & Three Dimensional Studies](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/art-design-three-dimensional-studies/)
- [Diploma in Media & Broadcasting](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/diploma-in-media-broadcasting/)
- [Print Journalism & Radio](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/print-journalism-radio/)
- [BA (Hons) Visual Media in Animation / Game Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ba-hons-visual-media-in-animation-game-design/)
- [Kavaleer Productions](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/kavaleer-productions/)
- [HND in Film](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-film/)
- [HND in Television Operations & Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-television-operations-production/)
- [Television & Digital Film](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/television-digital-film/)
- [HND in Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-illustration/)
- [Ceoltóir](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ceoltoir/)
- [HND in Fibre Art](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-fibre-art/)
- [HND in Graphic Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-graphic-design/)
- [Computer Games & Interactive Entertainment Development](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/computer-games-interactive-entertainment-development/)
- [HND in Computer Game Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-computer-game-design/)
- [HND In Visual Effects and 3D Technology](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-visual-effects-and-3d-technology/)
- [Art Graphics & Printmaking](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/art-graphics-printmaking/)
- [Digital Marketing and Content Development](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/digital-marketing-and-content-development/)
- [Cinematography](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/cinematography/)
- [Broadcast Presentation Skills](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/broadcast-presentation-skills/)
- [Music Management & Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/music-management-production/)
- [HND in Music & Event Management](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-music-event-management/)
- [BA (Hons) Degree In Media Production Management](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ba-hons-degree-in-media-production-management/)
- [Return To Learning (BTEI)](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/return-to-learning-btei/)
- [Community & Health Services](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/community-health-services/)
- [Early Childhood Care & Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/early-childhood-care-education/)
- [Care of The Person With Special Needs](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/care-of-the-person-with-special-needs/)
- [HND in Applied Social Studies](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-applied-social-studies/)
- [HND In Business](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd-in-business/)
- [Intercultural Day](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/intercultural-day/)
- [Brown Bag Films](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/brown-bag-films/)
- [Giant Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/giant-animation/)
- [Boulder Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/boulder-media/)
- [Windmill Lane Post Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/windmill-lane-post-production/)
- [Sony Pictures Imageworks](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/sony-pictures-imageworks/)
- [Music Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/music-department/)
- [Animation & Games Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animation-games-department/)
- [TV & Film Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/tv-film-department/)
- [Media Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/media-department/)
- [Business & Tourism Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/business-tourism-department/)
- [Art & Design Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/art-design-department/)
- [Digital Media Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/digital-media-department/)
- [Community Education Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/community-education-department/)
- [Windmill Lane VFX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/windmill-lane-vfx/)
- [Egg Post Production](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/egg-post-production/)
- [Screen Scene VFX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/screen-scene-vfx/)
- [Piranha bar VFX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/piranha-bar-vfx/)
- [Outer Limits Post](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/outer-limits-post/)
- [GLUE VFX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/glue-vfx/)
- [Dublin International Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dublin-international-film-festival/)
- [Galway Film Fleadh](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/galway-film-fleadh/)
- [SMEDIA](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/smedia/)
- [Dingle Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dingle-film-festival/)
- [Short Film of the Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/short-film-of-the-year/)
- [Best Short Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-short-animation/)
- [TV Production of the Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/tv-production-of-the-year/)
- [Editor of the Year](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/editor-of-the-year/)
- [Newspaper Layout and Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/newspaper-layout-and-design/)
- [Best Small College Publication](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-small-college-publication/)
- [Student Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/student-animation/)
- [Royal Television Society](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/royal-television-society/)
- [Best Music Sound Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-music-sound-design/)
- [Best Irish Short](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-irish-short/)
- [Best Character Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-character-animation/)
- [Best 2D Award](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best-2d-award/)
- [Animation Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animation-dingle/)
- [Erasmus+](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/erasmus/)
- [Cartoon Saloon](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/cartoon-saloon/)
- [Showcase Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/showcase-ireland/)
- [Artsource](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/artsource/)
- [Irish School of Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/irish-school-of-animation/)
- [Santa Barbara International Film Festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/santa-barbara-international-film-festival/)
- [Social Care Department](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/social-care-department/)
- [Fr Peter McVerry](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/fr-peter-mcverry/)
- [Timetable](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/timetable/)
- [BCFE](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/bcfe/)
- [Textile](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/textile/)
- [Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/design/)
- [Fibre Art](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/fibre-art/)
- [Exhibition](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/exhibition/)
- [Library](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/library/)
- [adt](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/adt/)
- [dublin book festival](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dublin-book-festival/)
- [Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/illustration/)
- [Imagine FX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/imagine-fx/)
- [Digital Art](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/digital-art/)
- [Watercolour Artist](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/watercolour-artist/)
- [hnd](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/hnd/)
- [3D Challenge](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/3d-challenge/)
- [illustrators](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/illustrators/)
- [community](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/community/)
- [community art](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/community-art/)
- [illustration students](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/illustration-students/)
- [portraits](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/portraits/)
- [Mark “Cappy” Caplice](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/mark-cappy-caplice/)
- [Classes](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/classes/)
- [ISA](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/isa/)
- [Visual Media degree students](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/visual-media-degree-students/)
- [Ballyfermot College](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ballyfermot-college/)
- [Ballyfermot College of Further Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ballyfermot-college-of-further-education/)
- [Game Design students](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/game-design-students/)
- [Game Design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/game-design/)
- [Larian Studios](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/larian-studios/)
- [RPG](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/rpg/)
- [Role Playing Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/role-playing-games/)
- [Dublin](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dublin/)
- [Ireland](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ireland/)
- [VFX](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/vfx/)
- [Film](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/film/)
- [Divinity Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/divinity-games/)
- [Further Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/further-education/)
- [CDETB](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/cdetb/)
- [animation students](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animation-students/)
- [animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animation/)
- [jam media](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/jam-media/)
- [Chris Dicker](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/chris-dicker/)
- [character](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/character/)
- [character design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/character-design/)
- [life drawing](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/life-drawing/)
- [portrait painting](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/portrait-painting/)
- [portrait artist](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/portrait-artist/)
- [portrait drawing](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/portrait-drawing/)
- [graphic design](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/graphic-design/)
- [art](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/art/)
- [drawing](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/drawing/)
- [artblockbcfe](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/artblockbcfe/)
- [Quarantine FM](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/quarantine-fm/)
- [IrishSchoolofAnimation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/irishschoolofanimation/)
- [AnimationCareers](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animationcareers/)
- [AnimationDingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animationdingle/)
- [Best2D](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/best2d/)
- [2DAnimation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/2danimation/)
- [Shellybanks](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/shellybanks/)
- [BallyfermotCollege](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/ballyfermotcollege/)
- [Animated Short](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animated-short/)
- [Graduate](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/graduate/)
- [Films](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/films/)
- [Short Films](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/short-films/)
- [Tooth Be Told](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/tooth-be-told/)
- [Dingle](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dingle/)
- [AcademyAward](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/academyaward/)
- [DingleStings](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/dinglestings/)
- [Stings](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/stings/)
- [AnimatedStings](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animatedstings/)
- [AnimationStudents](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animationstudents/)
- [Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/games/)
- [GameStings](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/gamestings/)
- [StudentAchievement](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/studentachievement/)
- [CartoonSpringboard](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/cartoonspringboard/)
- [JamMedia](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/jammedia/)
- [BigPitcher](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/bigpitcher/)
- [CityofDublinFETCollege](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/cityofdublinfetcollege/)
- [TheCatBurglar](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/thecatburglar/)
- [StudentFilm](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/studentfilm/)
- [AnimatedShort](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/animatedshort/)
- [RTSStudentAward](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/rtsstudentaward/)
- [RTSAward](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/rtsaward/)
- [RTS](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/rts/)
- [2025RTS](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/2025rts/)
- [2025RTSAnimation](https://www.bcfe.ie/tag/2025rtsanimation/)

## Media types

- [gallery](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-types/gallery/)
- [video](https://www.bcfe.ie/media-types/video/)

## Departments - Students Works

- [Animation & Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/animation-games/)
- [Art, Design & Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/art-design-illustration/)
- [Digital Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/digital-media/)
- [Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/media/)
- [Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/music/)
- [Television, Film & Visual Effects](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/television-film/)
- [Business](https://www.bcfe.ie/departments/business/)

## Departments - Courses

- [Animation](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/animation/)
- [Music](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/music/)
- [Art, Design & Illustration](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/art-design-illustration/)
- [Health, Welfare & Education](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/health-welfare-education/)
- [Television, Film & Visual Effects](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/television-film/)
- [Media](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/media/)
- [Business, Administration & Law](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/business-administration-law/)
- [Games](https://www.bcfe.ie/courses-department/games/)

## Departments - Events

- [MUSIC](https://www.bcfe.ie/events-departments/music/)
- [COLLEGE](https://www.bcfe.ie/events-departments/college/)
- [MEDIA](https://www.bcfe.ie/events-departments/media/)
- [SOCIAL CARE](https://www.bcfe.ie/events-departments/social-care/)