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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

40

Level (including FHEQ):

F (FHEQ Level 4)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2021-09-01

Module Leader:

Claire Barber

Version Number

2022.01

Learning Methods

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Guided Independent Study

Seminar

Lecture

Synopsis

This module introduces you to debates surrounding the influences, production and critical reception of contemporary textiles and surface design. You will explore the culture of the subject with reference to a wide range of images, artefacts, selected texts, film excerpts, reviews and exhibitions. You will learn to recognise and appraise … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

There will be appropriate expectation of motivated independence as committed practitioners of your subject. A range of integrated learning experiences will include illustrated lectures, seminars, debates, and individual or collaborative study tasks. These will be reflected upon and evidenced in your Integrated Learning Portfolio (ILP). Seminar/workshops will enhance your confidence … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

The syllabus is structured to develop your ability to become informed practitioners, able to adopt applied and critical approaches to the contemporary practice of the subject. You will also be introduced to a range of research skills that will enable you to support your contemporary practice relative to the wider … For more content click the Read More button below. You will engage with different approaches to Textiles and Surface Design and reflect on the roles of Designer Maker, Contemporary Practitioner and Commercial Designer in a variety of contexts. The module will develop you ability to make connections between practice, ideas, concepts and theories, and apply this within your work. Research, presentation and documentation skills, will be developed with an emphasis on writing styles. Key elements of the module content are listed below: Divergent thinkingResearch practiceThinking and exploring creativelyDrawing practices (hand versus digital)Modes of making and meaning in textile artThinking through makingSocially engaged textilesDiversity of textiles SustainabilityTrade shows and trendsRecording market information  

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
be able to understand and engage with critical discourse and debates as represented in a variety of formats.
2.
be able to reflect upon basic models of criticism and apply them to projects, written formats and debates.
3.
be able to use basic critical models for description, interpretation and analysis of your own work and that of others.
4.
be able to identify, discuss and appraise key contexts, conventions and strategies influencing contemporary Textiles and Surface Design.
5.
be able to demonstrate research and study skills through engagement with lectures/seminars/workshops and present them in a contextual portfolio.
6.
be able to make effective use of library and ICT resources.
7.
be able to manage your studies independently; and collaborate in groups.
8.
be able to plan, produce and evaluate valid outcomes to meet deadlines.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written assignment (coursework)

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Portfolio

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge and understanding of the theories and debates informing the contemporary practices of textiles. Ability to express knowledge in a range of critical formats and outcomes.  Formative Assessment Appropriate application of theory to practical situations and contexts.  Ability to present ideas, images and arguments effectively in a contextual portfolio

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