Senior Lecturer

Costume with Textiles - UH-000433

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The University’s general minimum entry requirements are specified in Section 1.5 of the <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-1/">Regulations for Awards</a>.
 
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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="http://www.hud.ac.uk/courses/">course finder website page</a>.
 
However, the specific entry requirements and admission criteria for the courses are detailed below:
Passes in five subjects at GCE/ A levels/GCSE which must include a minimum of 12 units of 112pts with at least 2 A levels
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<li>
AND/OR   (b)            Satisfactory completion of a diploma in foundation studies in (Art and Design).
AND/OR   (c)            A Scottish Certification of Education with passes in 5 subjects including passes in four subjects at the higher level
AND/OR   (d)             National Diploma awarded by Ed Excel Foundation (formerly BTEC) in relevant subject area – Distinction, Distinction, Merit
AND/OR   (e)             The Irish Leaving Certificate with grades BBCC in 4 subjects at higher level
AND/OR   (f)             An European Baccalaureate
AND/OR   (g)            An International Baccalaureate
AND/OR   (h)            Qualifications deemed equivalent to the above
AND/OR   (i)              A national certificate awarded by Ed Excel Foundation (formerly BTEC) in relevant subject area Distinction or above and 1 A-level at grade B or above.
</li>
</ul>
Mature and Overseas Students (considered on an individual basis)
Mature students with no, or few, formal qualifications will be considered for admission but will be expected to show their aptitude and suitability for the course.

UH-000433 - Costume with Textiles

Foundation Core

Foundation Optional

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Level

Honours Compulsory

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Level

Structure

Certificate of Higher Education

Diploma of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts

Record, analyse and evaluate information 

Present your work effectively in appropriate media to a suitably high level within a specified timescale 

Demonstrate the implementation of commitment and high levels of professionalism and presentation skills, in the practical and written evidence required for this module 

Use an appropriate combination of textile techniques relating to developmental research, which resolves the aesthetic and technical problems of the design 

Present innovative practical work to a high professional standard; showing the process of resolving aesthetic and technical problems encountered in production. 

Research, document, annotate and investigate specific criteria for productions in the performing arts through field visits 

Produce high level creativity in formulating solutions which produce innovative costumes to a professional level of finish 

Demonstrate an understanding and competence in the use of size chart data and the principles of drafting basic blocks.

Demonstrate accuracy and dexterity in the construction of a costume showing technical problem solving ability 

Translate a variety of historical and contemporary styles through the manipulation of basic blocks into costume related patterns demonstrating pattern making and marking accuracy.

Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of textile materials is demonstrated.

Demonstrate a capacity for independence, initiative and self-directed enquiry 

Establish objectives, priorities and a strategy which will lead to the successful production of costume with textile work for public exhibition 

An understanding of the interdependence of materials, techniques and colour within the context of costume is demonstrated 

Make meaningful connections between different areas of knowledge 

Produce a portfolio of visual research and development work, which directly supports and underpins the costume work 

Demonstrate creativity and innovation in the experimental combination of a variety of media in order to represent characterisation.

Examine and evaluate your practical work in a technical file 

Demonstrate the ability to recognise and evaluate sensory stimuli and translate this into development suitable for costume design.

Critically review the successes and failures of the Major Project to contextualise your work within contemporary practice.

Source, collate and produce visual information which expresses concepts and illustrates the development of ideas 

Distinguish between various costume production process stages and the significance between fabric and thread properties, costume design and manufacture, costings and grading for individual sizes 

Communicate ideas and information in appropriate media within a specified timescale 

Demonstrate suitable and successful research, development and working methods 

Produce and collate a comprehensive technical file to support the textile sampling 

Creatively use and combine textiles within costume production, design development and make clear connections between visual research and costume design 

Demonstrate a clear understanding of basic principles of textile techniques is demonstrated.

Analyse and describe in-depth your own practice through a process of reflective evaluation.

Research, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources 

Select, arrange and prepare information for various methods of presentation 

Demonstrate knowledge of the key concepts and theories related to contemporary costume in context.

Organise practical work and manage time effectively 

Synthesise information gathered in the case studies to establish a critical framework which will determine a direction for your practice.

Construct toiles/samples and costume from historical and contemporary styles and personal design work showing considered cutting techniques, moulage methods of modelling and the appropriateness of stitch type for specific fabric use, their limitations and purpose 

Relate your thinking to current debates and communicate ideas and information objectively in a variety of settings 

Identify and solve pattern cutting problems through the translation of a design concept into an accurate pattern, showing ability to interpret line, style, accurate measurements and proportion with creative consideration and technical ability 

Use your evaluative and analytical skills to develop an appropriate design concept for all of the elements of the promotional package, which also demonstrates an awareness of the potential marketing possibilities of this concept 

Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of research methodologies, critical theories and current debates that can be used to interpret and understand historical, contemporary and your own design practices.

Observe good workshop and studio practice with respect for materials, equipment and a safe working environment 

Demonstrate accuracy and dexterity in practical working 

Produce a variety of costume related sampling and toile making showing good technique, finishing skills and confidence when using machinery.

Apply this understanding to the development and critical awareness of your own practice, situating this within a contextual framework.

Assess the concept of an emergent business and develop a simple but realistic business plan 

Explore and utilise a variety of research methodologies appropriate to the critical study of your own and other’s work.

Formulate original ideas, insights, opinions and conclusions based on suitably wide and deep research 

Develop a critical vocabulary and knowledge of key concepts, critical theories and current debates that can be used to interpret and understand contemporary costume practices.

<ul>
<li>Annual Evaluation of Courses is the responsibility of the School Board. The Course Committee prepares an annual evaluation report that includes information under the following headings:</li>
<li>Outstanding issues from the previous year</li>
<li>Student achievement</li>
<li>Standards</li>
<li>Student learning opportunities/experience</li>
<li>Teaching and curriculum development</li>
<li>Student applications/enrolment</li>
<li>Management and resources</li>
<li>Summary of actions required</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Reports are considered by the Annual Evaluation Committee, which includes a nominated representative of the University’s Teaching &amp; Learning Committee. The School Board considers the minutes and identifies any actions required at School level.  The School Board reports to the University’s Teaching &amp; Learning Committee that, in turn, identifies any actions required at University level.</li>
<li>Amendments to courses and module documents are considered by the School Accreditation &amp; Validation Panel.</li>
<li>A course evaluation questionnaire is distributed annually to students and the results considered by Course Committee</li>
<li>School Teaching &amp; Learning Committee oversees the development of teaching and learning in the school and offers small grants to staff to support research and innovation in teaching and learning</li>
<li>The Student Panel meets once a term and matters of concern are reported to the Course Committee.</li>
<li>Each module is evaluated on an annual basis and a short report considered by the Course Committee</li>
<li>Students are represented on Student Panel, Course Committee and School Board committees.</li>
</ul>

UH-000433

<ul>
<li>Course validated by the University of Huddersfield in July 2002.</li>
</ul>
            Professional Body reviews: no
<ul>
<li>Subject Review for Fashion and Textiles Subject Area, December 2018</li>
</ul>
            Conclusions on quality and standards
The panel was fully confident that the courses met the quality and standards requirements set by the University.

At course level support is provided by:
<ul>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Student handbook and on-line module guides.</li>
<li>Fieldtrips (optional)</li>
<li>Personal Academic Tutor System.</li>
</ul>

Costume with Textiles

Term 2

Term 1

Year 3

Year 1

Year 2

BA (Hons) Costume with Textiles FT Sept start

Year 4

BA (Hons) Costume with Textiles SW Sept start

This course is run from the School of Arts and Humanities which has dedicated Academic Skills Tutors who deliver a range of skills based sessions on academic skills, writing, language and research. You will also be supported by our student guidance team on non-academic related matters.
The School operates a Personal Academic Tutor System (PATS) which provides you with access to a personal tutor. This system is designed to give you’ academic and pastoral support. Your Personal Academic Tutor may also refer you for specialist support and assessment e.g. for dyslexia.
Across the School’s facitlities you can access excellent a wide range of industry standard software, equipment and specialist workshops resource and school technicians to support a breadth of digital and physical fabrication methods.