Acting Subject Leader - Fashion & Textiles

Textiles - UH-000488

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Every person who applies for this course and meets the minimum entry requirement – regardless of any disability – will be given the same opportunity in the selection process.  General advice and information regarding disability and the support the University can give can be found by contacting student services as follows:
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Further advice on the specific skills and abilities needed to successfully undertake this course can be found by contacting the admissions tutor and by visiting our <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hud.ac.uk%2Fcourses%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CN.Usher%40hud.ac.uk%7Cdb48a5c7d6a14010aba008db3b3a38b0%7Cb52e9fda06914585bdfc5ccae1ce1890%7C0%7C0%7C638168893465768747%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Pmjv095aiWUEI6Pn4fX5Yps9N9erVOGGdp9vb6o%2F%2Fgo%3D&amp;reserved=0">course finder website page</a>.
 
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 1.     Portfolio inspection and satisfactory completion of an interview.
To include evidence of their creativity, approaches to drawing, idea development, and research into current textile and surface practitioners.  We are interested in finding out about the candidate as a person, their interests and influences and especially their reasons to study textiles practice.
2.     Passes in 5 subjects at GCE/Vocational A Levels/GCSE which must include 12 units of study from 3, 6 or 12 unit awards with at least one 6 or higher unit award to total a minimum 120-104 tariff points.  The minimum level of attainment must not include an Advanced subsidiary GCE in the same subject as an Advanced GCE Passes.
GCSE passes in Mathematics and English at Grade C or above are preferred
OR
A Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in 5 subjects, 3 at the Higher Grade or passes in 4 subjects at the Higher Grade
OR one of the following:
A National Certificate or Diploma awarded by EdExcel Foundation – (AVCE or GNVQ in Art &amp; Design)
A National Certificate at GSVQ at level 3 awarded by the Scottish Qualifications Authority
A European Baccalaureate
An International Baccalaureate
The Irish Leaving Certificate with Grade C or above in 4 subjects at Higher Level
Qualifications deemed equivalent to the above
Exceptionally, applicants whose qualifications do not conform to the standard requirements may be admitted on the basis of appropriate prior learning or experience.

UH-000488 - Textiles

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Level

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Compulsory

Honours Level

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Core

Foundation Optional

Foundation Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Diploma of Higher Education

Certificate of Higher Education

Synthesise exploratory visual research with either trend, creative practice or material research from appropriate sources to Illustrate and develop ideas specific to a chosen market, context or client.

Demonstrate an ability to engage critically and reflectively with appropriately selected textile,
 surface and craft industries and practitioners, trend providers, entrepreneurs and other textile
 bodies.

An awareness and cultural understanding of subject specific practices in the context of national and international perspectives.

Demonstrate creative thinking, development of concepts and recording of ideas.

Study independently, set goals, manage their own workloads and meet deadlines.

Formulate reasoned responses to the critical judgments of others.

Communicate ideas using a variety of verbal and visual forms, including digitally. Further expand creative and perceptual expertise through creative development and a variety of media and techniques.

Be receptive to new ideas, identify problems and establish solutions within an efficient timescale.

Demonstrate reflection and evaluation in an independent manner.

Understand the principles relating to materials, processes and specifications used in the design and making of work.

Understand and make meaningful connections between different areas of knowledge.

Identify personal strengths, weaknesses and needs.

Systematic understanding of product innovation, technology and processes in order to produce sustainable work to a professional standard.

Demonstrate professional expertise in the presentation of work appropriate to practice context.

Plan and execute effective research, and technical information relating to the design work and the appropriate environmental, ethical concerns.


Present ideas and work to audiences in a range of situations.

Analyse information and experiences, formulate independent judgements and articulate reasoned arguments through reflection, review and evaluation.

Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the chosen practice, innovative both in scope of approach and presentation of assignments.


Interact, source, navigate, select, retrieve, evaluate, manipulate and manage information from a variety of sources.

Critically evaluate possible creative solutions and reflect on associated risk.

Systematic understanding of the broad range of perceptual and aesthetic influences that affect work.

Conceptual understanding of historical and contemporary issues and values, in personal modes of enquiry that stimulate intellectual and creative concerns.

Apply intellectual rigour to problem solving.

Manage time effectively and in a professional manner.

Evidence the inputting and collating of appropriate research data.

Present visual information and artefacts in an informative, integrated and professional manner.

Resolve any aesthetic and/or technical problems encountered in the making of work.

Demonstrate a comprehensive range of creative textile skills, with the ability to describe, evaluate and apply a variety of working methods.

Anticipate, accommodate and respond to change.

Select and employ communication and information technologies.

Knowledge of the creative methodologies appropriate to textile practices.

Synthesise and apply relevant knowledge from a range of sources in order to achieve accomplished final outcomes.

Articulate ideas and information comprehensibly in visual, oral and written forms.

UH-000488

Course validated by the University of Huddersfield in November 2018
 
Subject Review for Fashion and Textiles Subject Area, December 2018
Conclusions on quality and standards
The panel was fully confident that the courses met the quality and standards requirements set by the University.
Please note:  This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the Course and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the study module guide and course handbook.  The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
 
Key sources of information about the course can be found in:
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Course Level Support
·        Induction packs sent to students prior to arrival at University followed by an induction programme for orientation and introducing study skills at the beginning of term.
·        Student handbook and on-line module guides.
·        Studio Culture and Workshop facilities.
·        Fieldtrips (optional)
·        Specialist PC &amp; CAD facilities
·        Virtual learning environment,
·        Learning Resources Bureau (LRB)
·        Personal academic tutor system, specialism tutors (situated in close proximity to the workshops and studios) and frequency of small group and one-to-one tutorials ensure a high level of student/ staff engagement.
 
·        Peer mentorship schemes such as PAL (peer assisted learning) are used to offer friendly, impartial advice and assistance, by students, for students, answering the questions that are not always posed to the academics.
·        Academic Skills Tutor.
 
Personal Development Planning
 
Personal development planning is inherent in all modules and it is intended that the first year module TFD1320 Contemporary Practice in Context 1 will be the students’ introduction to PDP which they have opportunities to develop in subsequent years and will enhance their learning and address issues in line with University policy on PDP and encourage independent active learning. The student records their reflective thinking relevant to their own practice and the context in which it is situated at all levels of study through research journals and online blogs.   The Year Two module TID1342 – Theoretical and Ethical Studies will further develop the students’ PDP through reflective thinking and team role identification. Preparation for placement and career opportunities is delivered through modules at both the intermediate and honours level. Creation of CV’s and e portfolio/press pack is developed in these modules, specific to the students chosen career/placement route. Professional practice assignments in the THD1377/THD1378 modules in final year, equip the student with the confidence to promote themselves and their work in a professional manner in line with their career aspirations.   PDP will be enhanced through e-Learning mechanisms in place at the university (VLE).
 
Equal Opportunities
In admitting students, and in teaching and assessing them, the course operates in conformity with the University and School of Art, Design and Architecture’s policies on equal opportunities.
 
Equality Act 2010
In admitting students, and in teaching and assessing them, the course operates in conformity with Precept 8 of the QAA Code of Practice for Disabled Students in line with the Equality Act (2010).