Senior Lecturer in Graphic Design & Animation

Graphic Design and Animation - UH-000463

The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University.  We encourage local, national and international applications.  Further information for <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">International Students can be found on their website</a>.
If you were educated outside the UK, you are required to have International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in any single component. If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessionalenglishprogramme/">Pre-Sessional English Programmes.</a>
The University provides opportunities for the accreditation of prior learning (APL) as stated in <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-c/">Section 3 of the Regulations for Awards.</a>
 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>.
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:
Telephone: 01484 472675
Email: disability@hud.ac.uk
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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>.
Minimum entry requirements fall within the University Regulations.  Students will normally apply for the courses through UCAS (Universities &amp; Colleges Admissions Service).
Minimum entry requirements:    
            (a)        Passes in five subjects at GCE/ A levels/GCSE which must include a minimum of 12 units of 120-104pts with at least 2 A levels
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.
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.
Applicants with prior learning or prior experiential learning will be considered individually by the School APLA/APEL panel (a student seeking credit within the structure of the course may claim accreditation for prior learning (APLA) and/or prior experiential learning (APEL) which is equivalent to that arising from the relevant modules of study).  The School APLA/APEL panel will look at each applicant individually to assess whether the applicant has acquired the necessary skills and knowledge deemed appropriate to be granted credit where applicable on the Courses.
Holders of an EdExcel/BTEC Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) may be considered for entry to year two with a specific credit.  Students seeking entry via this route may be given directed studies in certain subjects.
Holders of a Foundation Degree may be considered for entry to advanced stages of the course with a specific credit.  Students seeking entry via this route may be given directed studies in certain subjects.
Exceptionally, the Admissions Panel may admit an applicant whose qualifications do not conform to the above requirements.
Mature and Overseas Students (considered on an individual basis)
Students whose first language is not English will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.

UH-000463 - Graphic Design and Animation

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Level

Foundation Optional

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Core

Foundation Level

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Compulsory

Honours Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Diploma of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts

Certificate of Higher Education

Formulate reasoned responses to the critical judgements of others.

Conceptual and critical understanding, evidenced through studio practice, of historic and contemporary practice relating to the development of graphic design and animation in relation to its various tradition including their convergence in motion graphics and contemporary audiovisual practices.


Understand professional production processes, evidenced through studio practice, of historic and contemporary practice relating to the development of graphic design and animation in relation to its various traditions including their convergence in motion graphics and contemporary audiovisual practices. 


Generate and select appropriate media resources to incorporate into a variety of platforms and devices. 

Interact effectively with others, for example through collaboration, collective endeavour and negotiation. 

Determine social and cultural issues associated with graphic design, typography, illustration, animation, motion graphics and digital media design. 

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

Critically synthesise and select in pursuit of solutions for, or in order to problematise, a situation or issue. 

Understand successful strategies for branding and distributing ideas.

Appreciate the relationship between the development of individual practical and theoretical skills and qualities of professional practice.

Conceptual and technical understanding, evidenced through studio practice, of historic and contemporary practice relating to the development of graphic design and animation in relation to its various traditions including their convergence in motion graphics and contemporary audiovisual practices. 


The way that users interact with and respond to graphic design, typography, illustration, animation, Motion graphics and digital media design in a global context. 


Conceptual understanding of the discourse surrounding graphic design, typography, illustration, animation, motion graphics and digital media design and its relationship to professional practice. 


Record and conceptualise contemporary animation, motion graphics and digital media for reflective practice and contextual study.

Possess a personal and creative methodology for the development of practical skills, techniques and outcomes. 

Deploy a variety of techniques, methods and processes with virtuosity in the development of graphic design, animation, motion graphics and digital media design outcomes. 

Exercise a rigorous intellectual process within the creative processes of graphic design illustration, animation, motion graphics and digital media design practice. 

Apply industry standard tools and emerging technologies, techniques and processes for designing and developing images, combining image and text, time-based and interactive resources and content.

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

Understand professional production processes for the development of the moving image in relation to graphic design, interactive content and interfaces.


Select and employ communication and information technologies. 

Apply individual skills and critically evaluate aesthetic qualities of studio practices, workshop activities and related professional activities.

Knowledge of the processes and technologies through which image, text, interactive and time-based content are developed.

Devise creative ideas and digital artifacts through engagement with module techniques and processes. 

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

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

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

Understand the role of commercial studio processes with respect to commercial, artistic and experimental endeavor. 

The multi-disciplinary nature of graphic design, typography, illustration, animation, motion graphics and digital media design and the necessity of team interactions.

Formulate a personal and original language.

Employ a wide variety of digital techniques and processes.

UH-000463

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.

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<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 handbooks are accessed via VLE and on-line module guides.</li>
<li>Studio Culture and Workshop facilities are introduced in the initial Welcome Week activities.</li>
<li>Fieldtrips (optional)</li>
<li>Specialist PC, CAD and CGI facilities, both Apple and Windows operating systems are supported. Resource lists including software are included as part of the resource statement.</li>
<li>Virtual learning environment, VLE is used to hold all module outlines, course assignments, notices and updates. In addition, other social networks and tools are employed within the subject area. Students are inducted into these tools as part of course and module introductions to cover bespoke and generic approaches.</li>
<li>Learning Resources Bureau</li>
<li>Personal Academic Tutor System.</li>
<li>Academic Skills Tutor</li>
</ul>
The subject area has embedded PDP within each module as part of progression reviews and in the production of reflective digital and paper based sketchbooks in relation to studio practice. The personal academic tutor for each year holds a progression review with each student as part of PDP. Placement students receive a visit from the placement tutor.  Final year students meet the final year tutor and subject area leader as part of graduation progression.