Acting Subject Leader - Fashion & Textiles

Textiles - UH-000489

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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:
Telephone: 01484 472675
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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%7C4e1f83201ccd40af509408db3b3f4091%7Cb52e9fda06914585bdfc5ccae1ce1890%7C0%7C0%7C638168915069165267%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JZJ%2FD5IH3RJZeL0w%2Fc0ZqzFOb%2Bjh3TeWzHakgVh8bp0%3D&amp;reserved=0">course finder website page</a>.
However, the specific entry requirements and admission criteria for the courses are detailed below:
Candidates must be able to satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Huddersfield and the specific requirements of the course in one of the following ways:
 
·        School/College leavers to have reached the age of 18 years on admission.
·        Satisfactory completion of an interview inspection, if appropriate
·        Achievement of at least 112 UCAS points through a combination of:
-        Passes in five subjects at GCSE level (Maths and English required) and either Advanced GCE (A2 level), or a Vocational A-level award.
-        OR a Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in five subjects, three at the higher grade, or passes in four subjects at the higher grade
-        OR a National Diploma awarded by the EdExcel Foundation in a relevant subject.
OR an Irish Leaving Certificate with Grade C or above in four subjects at Higher level.
-     OR a European or International Baccalaureate
-     OR qualifications deemed equivalent to the above
-    OR a national certificate awarded by Ed Excel Foundation (formerly BTEC) in relevant subject area Distinction or above and 1 A-level grade B or above.

UH-000489 - Textiles

Foundation Optional

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Level

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Level

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Diploma of Higher Education

Bachelor of Science

Certificate of Higher Education

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


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. 


Manage time effectively and in a professional manner.

Demonstrate reflection and evaluation in an independent.

Formulate reasoned responses to the critical judgments of others.

Identify personal strengths, weaknesses and needs.

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

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

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

Select and employ communication and information technologies.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Apply intellectual rigour to problem solving.

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.

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

Evidence the inputting and collating of appropriate research data.

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


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

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

Understand and make meaningful connections between different areas of knowledge.

Knowledge of the creative methodologies appropriate to textile practices. 

Anticipate, accommodate and respond to change.

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

Critically evaluate possible creative solutions and reflect on associated risk.

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

UH-000489

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 TFD1118 Concept Design and Make 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 TID1232 Sustainable Practices 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 as CV’s and e portfolio/press packs are developed, specific to the students chosen career/placement route. In the final year the professional practice assignment THD3007 will 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).