This module continues from the previous modules to provide students with an opportunity to technically resolve the details of their design intervention. The design and integrated technical resolution must therefore be contextual and developed with reference to heritage, historical and social context of the existing built environment, as well as adapt and reuse strategy. This practical design project is supported by both lectures, seminars and workshops.
The module also introduces the student to lecturers acting as consultants, with whom they negotiate their project brief and receive ongoing support. They will also be considering where in the design field they wish to gain employment and to see this project as a calling card for future employers. The discussions of subject, context (client, location and audience) and realisation are crucial to the process.
Total contact hours: 50
Total private study hours: 250
Total module study hours: 300
Main assessment methods
Portfolio 80%
Presentation 20%
Reassessment methods
Reassessment instrument: Like-for-like
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The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Design and realise a creative practical 3D project of their own design (or significant and identifiable elements of their own design), thus developing design and production skills in a specialist area
2 Evaluate their creative choices in the light of examples from the wider field of spatial and interior design practice
3 Evaluate their creative choices in the light of critical debates in design and visual communication (or the chosen sector thereof)
4 Demonstrate the ability to identify, contextualise and communicate ideas and information utilising visual language, styles, genres or traditions for a broad range of contemporary and commercial media and architectural spaces.
5 Demonstrate the ability to explore and evaluate contemporary and historical art and design ideas and concepts in relation to and in combination with other art forms, media and commercial outcomes.
6 Design, transform and make effective use of the space provided for an event, performance, or experience and to design and deliver the experience for the viewer/audience within the space.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate the ability to fully utilise electronic information sources in support of practical and academic work.
2 Undertake self-directed study, understand and review their working practices.
3 Work effectively in teams, collaborate, negotiate and communicate in a range of academic and professional arenas.
4 Understand and explore their place in the discipline in order to develop a career path.
5 Demonstrate the ability to manage resources and time effectively and be able to organise and prioritise tasks. To foresee and implement logistical requirements to ensure project completion.
6. Be able to identify and solve problems by employing creative thinking and being cognisant of the relevant craft or digital skills to apply.
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