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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:

2022-03-01

Module Leader:

Gareth Hudson

Version Number

2023.01

Learning Methods

Lecture
Tutorial and Project Supervision
Seminar
Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

This module will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of photographic theory, research and visual culture studies. You will be guided through the fundamental processes of learning to critically analyse photographic imagery. The key concepts of critical analysis will be introduced through a series of short formative tasks, based on … For more content click the Read More button below. The module aims to promote the important role that critical analysis and research has in building knowledge of individual photographic practice. That in the process of learning about the subject and having the opportunity to communicate this, you begin to formulate your own relationship to an expanded field of photography. Each task focuses on embedding critical practice as part of the skills and abilities required to make progress. The summative submission is a portfolio of the tasks that have been part of the learning activities throughout the module.  

Learning Strategy

You will encounter a range of learning methods in this module, which include lectures, seminars and workshops. The lectures will introduce the key concepts and will be supported through a series of seminars. The workshops, some practical, some written, will encourage you to respond to themes, and share your responses … For more content click the Read More button below. Peer group discussion is used to disseminate information and develop judgement and debating skills. The learning strategy is one of learning by doing, group and individual tutorials will require that you discuss your work openly with your peers and respond to your tutors. Projects are concentrated on your own writing; formative feedback is both staff and peer-group orientated. Seminars and presentations promote debate and reflection. Workshops will provide creative and academic support.

Outline Syllabus

Introduction to the practical structures of visual and contextual research.Introduction to methods of Image analysis.Awareness of historical debates around photographic representation.Introduction to Academic Skills: Communicating effectively through writing.Introduction to visual and verbal communication techniques.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Project work

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

Subject Knowledge: evidence of an awareness of key debates on photographic history, culture and context. Written and verbal response: Articulate knowledge with evidence of planned approach to set tasks.Research: Visual and textual analysis of appropriate sources in relation to set tasks. Integration and Synthesis – Utilising materials to explore themes … For more content click the Read More button below.