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UNIT TITLE Creative Collaboration Unit Code RFDN5016 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 8 weeks Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version April 2019

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design

CONTENT The art of design interpretation through prototype sampling to develop a range of garments for a specific market is explored in depth. This unit will focus on the production of the design statement in the development of a capsule collection of garments to a given price point/ market. The research and product development for the specified market will further extend the students’ knowledge of fashion both technologically and conceptually. The competitive realities of commercial merchandise through market investigation and quick response are practiced. The research into market awareness places the product in context and develops knowledge of relationships between product and market. The unit will explore the broader picture of design, looking at brand identity and promotion. It will also extend the students’ knowledge of product management, by applying production management strategies utilizing CAM. Teamwork is at the heart of this unit: a successful company will only survive if individuals work together to produce competitive products. The students will be assigned job roles, aligned to their emerging specialist abilities and interests. Their understanding of their job role within that team and their contribution to the end product is key. The design and manufacture of a collection requires a dedicated team of people to achieve commercial outcomes. The planning of a range will be supported by all students and will develop team-working skills, crucial to survive in the Fashion industry. It also gives the students the opportunity for role-play in all the activities that are performed throughout the critical path of a product. This unit draws together each individual’s strengths and enables them to build upon these strengths, as well as offering the opportunity for each of them to focus on the type of role they are considering as a career proposal for the future. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop the ability to react to market research and consider current design

practice in the formulation of innovative design solutions through to product realisation.

A2 To consolidate the portfolio skills developed, to promote the company brand and

the aesthetic through a range of presentation techniques.

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A3 To develop and apply in depth research, concept development and critical

evaluation in the collection design process A4 To develop the ability to apply a range of technical and product management skills

in the development of a collection for a specified market. A5 To continue to develop team-working skills using effective communication

techniques in the allocation of tasks and the management of the workload. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Source, select and evaluate research material to design and develop creative and

innovative products for an appropriate market. LO2 Produce and communicate concepts, mood and design aesthetics through the

presentation of visual material. LO3 Demonstrate extensive research, concept development and problem solving in the

design process. LO4 Apply appropriate technical and product management skills in the realisation of a

collection. LO5 Complete and professionally present a range of outcomes through effective team

working. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity 135 No. of hours of independent activity 165 No. of hours of placement activity NA This will comprise:

• Study skills lectures and workshops to develop effective team skills • Product development principles will be introduced through lectures, seminars,

tutorials and CAM demonstrations • Student support will be available through studio workshops, self-directed study

and learning support material. • Critiques, assessment debriefing and published feedback support the fashion

learning strategy • Self and peer appraisal will be encouraged through the critique process. • Learning materials on my UCA • Formative and Summative Assessment

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ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type

For each component

double click in the box to see

options. The options

equate to the assessment types

in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable

Group Portfolio 40% Team Presentation Portfolio NA Research book Market analysis presentation

Individual Portfolio 60% Toile presentation Research & design sketchbook 1 sample outfit Product development pages, portfolio pages, reflective statement Reflective learning journal

Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques) Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical

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Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes

Knowledge of the processes involved in the design and communication of a collection

LO1

Knowledge of the strategies to assist effective management of product development

LO3

Understanding through Application of knowledge

Understanding of market positioning when designing a collection

LO1

Understanding the importance of brand identity in the communication of a collection.

LO2

Understanding the process involved in designing for a target customer

LO1

Application of Technical and Professional skills

Application of effective professional team working and communication skills

LO5

Application of a range of creative and technical skills in the production of a collection.

LO4

READING LISTS1 Recommended Amaden-Crawford, C. (2015) A guide to fashion sewing. (6th ed.) London: Fairchild. Cope, J. and Maloney, D. (2016) Fashion promotion in practice. London: Fairchild. Duburg, A. and Tol, R. van der (2014) Draping : art and craftsmanship in fashion design. (4th ed.) Arnhem: ArtEZ Press. Frings, G.S. (2014) Fashion : from concept to consumer. (Pearson new international ed.) Harlow: Pearson. Gaimster, J. (2011) Visual research methods in fashion. Oxford: Berg. Graham, B. and Anouti, C. (2018) Promoting fashion. London: Laurence King. 1 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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Granger, M. (2015) The fashion industry and its careers : an introduction. (3rd ed.) New York: Fairchild. Grose, V. (2012) Concept to customer. Lausanne: AVA. Gwilt, A. (2014) A practical guide to sustainable fashion. London: Fairchild. Keen, T.R. (2003) Creating effective & successful teams. West Lafayette, Indiana: Ichor Business Books. Prendergast, J. (2014) Sewing techniques : an introduction to construction skills within the design process. London: Bloomsbury. Renfrew, E. and Renfrew, C. (2016) Developing a fashion collection. (2nd ed.) London: Fairchild. Sorger, R. and Udale, J.A. (2017) The fundamentals of fashion design. (3rd ed.) London: Bloomsbury. Tain, L. (2018) Portfolio presentation for fashion designers. (4th ed.) New York: Fairchild.

Cooklin, G. (1992) Pattern Grading for Women’s Clothes – The Technology of Sizing. London. Blackwell Science

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UNIT TITLE Creative Identity Unit Code RFDN5010 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 4 weeks Credit Value 10 credits Total Learning Hours for Unit 100 Date of approval of this version April 2019

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design

CONTENT This unit encourages students to take a more experimental and individual approach to their design work, challenging perceived notions of design and cutting and presenting fresh perspectives. The unit enables the students to start to consider their identity as a designer and begin to formulate an individual aesthetic and approach to design, which will inform their future design practice. Innovation and originality in design require a unique approach and the ‘concept’; its research and development will be key to reaching new and original ideas. A thorough understanding of contemporary design thinking and practice is crucial to ensure an informed approach to the design process. Research into and exploration of a concept to inform the design process will form the basis of the unit. Students will be required to undertake both two-dimensional and three-dimensional creative thinking and development to initiate design ideas. Documentation and contextualization of the research methodologies informing the design direction and approach is crucial. All aspects of the design process should be considered and attention to silhouette, proportion, cutting, colour, fabrication and design detail should be explored in full. The final design outcomes, although informed by both two and three-dimensional exploration, should be presented as a portfolio design package demonstrating a coherent design statement. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To explore the design process through creative exploration of both two and three

dimensional ideas, applying new and innovative methods to reach design outcomes A2 To extend critical analysis and evaluation in the translation of research and concepts

through to the realisation of innovative design outcomes A3 To develop an individual approach to design through critical analysis and reflection LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Achieve innovative design outcomes through the processes of creative exploration

and experimentation LO2 Select, evaluate and apply appropriate research methods within design practice

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LO3 Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the importance of evaluation and reflection in the progression of project work

INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity 30 No. of hours of independent activity 70 No. of hours of placement activity NA This will comprise:

• Project briefing followed by tutorial support throughout • Creative workshops exploring silhouette and shape • Lectures to include approaches to concept development, design research and

range development. • Critiques and debriefing • Learning materials on my UCA • Formative and Summative Assessment

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options.

The options equate to the assessment types in table

A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable Portfolio 100% Research sketchbook Portfolio

NA Design sketchbook Evidence of 3d exploration Portfolio pages

Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

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Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Knowledge of the contextualisation of research in the development of innovative design concepts

LO2

Understanding through Application of knowledge Evidence of a reflective and evaluative approach in the professional communication of design concepts

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional skills Application of experimental techniques to arrive at innovative 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional design outcomes

LO1

READING LISTS2 Recommended Amaden-Crawford, C. (2018) Art of fashion draping. Connie Amaden-Crawford. (5th ed.) New York: Fairchild. Doshi, U. (2017) Creating with shapes. London: COS. Fischer, A. and Gobin, K. (2017) Construction for fashion design. (2nd ed.) London: Bloomsbury. Gaimster, J. (2011) Visual research methods in fashion. (Oxford: Berg. Godtsenhoven, K. van E.A. (ed.) (2016) Fashion game changers : reinventing the 20th-century silhouette. London: Bloomsbury. Hopkins, J. (2012) Fashion design : the complete guide. Lausanne ; London: AVA Academia. Mbonu, E. (2014) Fashion design research. London: Laurence King.

2 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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Parish, P. (2018) Pattern cutting : the architecture of fashion. (2nd ed.) London: Bloomsbury. Renfrew, E. and Renfrew, C. (2016) Developing a fashion collection. (2nd ed.) London: Fairchild. Seivewright, S. and Sorger, R.A. (2017) Research and design for fashion. (3rd ed.) London: Fairchild.

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UNIT TITLE Cut To Suit Unit Code RFDN5009 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 9 weeks Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version April 2019

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design

CONTENT The ‘art of tailoring’ for men or women has a noble history, yet in recent decades it has suffered from Fashion’s fickle whims. ‘Tailored ‘from the French word ‘taillour’ literally means cutter – tailored clothes are clothes that are cut and moulded with precision to flatter, dramatise and enhance the human form. The art of Tailoring can be incorporated into any design aesthetic; its techniques, craft, history and visual legacy a rich source of inspiration for any designer. The technical understanding of the art of tailoring through garment construction and pattern cutting processes will be demonstrated in Studio workshops. Building on the pattern cutting and production skills students have learned in stage one, they will be introduced to a range of techniques practiced in Ready to Wear, along with some complimentary techniques used in bespoke tailoring. Researching widely into historical and contemporary designer tailored garments will provide students with an invaluable knowledge of fabric choice, internal construction techniques, pattern and finishing. This will support an advanced technical understanding of product development for further investigation in other projects. Using the skills acquired through studio workshop teaching, Students will produce an innovative tailored product, testing the theory behind the taught tailored principles. They will be encouraged to draw upon all of their knowledge in order to use appropriate fabrics and techniques of cutting and manufacturing. CAM will be included in the management of the production process, building on the knowledge introduced in stage one. Lectures, workshops and tutorials will be offered to start developing the students professional profile in preparation for work placements in term two. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop innovative and advanced technical abilities in the cutting and

construction of tailored garments. A2 To further develop research and design strategies, focusing on tailoring. A3 To explore and experiment with and develop new and innovative ways of

communicating design concepts. A4 To further extend knowledge of CAM in relation to tailoring.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate advanced and innovative technical competencies in pattern cutting

and garment construction in tailoring LO2 Evaluate and present research material from primary and secondary sources and

utilise this within the design process LO3 Communicate the full design process in a contemporary, relevant and coherent way LO4 Demonstrate an advanced understanding of CAM processes. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity 135 No. of hours of independent activity 165 No. of hours of placement activity NA This will comprise:

• Project briefing followed by tutorial support throughout • Demonstrations of tailoring methods for pattern and production followed by

application of the methods in the realisation of design work in directed and self-directed workshops

• CAM development through taught and self-directed workshops • CAD development through taught and self-directed workshops • Lectures to include approaches to tailoring, fabrics and development of

professional skills • Toile reviews, critiques and debriefing • Learning materials on my UCA • Formative and Summative Assessment

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment

Component

List all separate

components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component

comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component double

click in the box to see options.

The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable

Portfolio 100% Tailored sample prototype garments

Portfolio NA

Reflective Technical dossier

Research sketchbook

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Design Development Portfolio pages CAM folder

Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes

Knowledge of a range of specialist skills and techniques in the cutting and manufacture of tailored garments

LO1

Knowledge of CAM processes in the production of tailored garments

LO4

Understanding through Application of knowledge

Knowledge of the synthesis of creative research and technical knowledge to generate innovative tailored design outcomes

LO2

Application of Technical and Professional skills

Application of accomplished presentation skills in LO3

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the communication of a tailored collection. READING LISTS3 Recommended Aldrich, W. (2011) Metric pattern cutting for menswear : including unisex clothes and computer aided design. (5th ed.) Chichester: John Wiley. Amaden-Crawford, C. (2015) A guide to fashion sewing. (6th ed.) London ; Fairchild. Cabrera, R. and Antoine, D. (2015) Classic tailoring techniques for menswear : a construction guide. (2nd ed.) New York: Fairchild. Cabrera, R. and Meyers, P.F. (1984) Classic tailoring techniques : a construction guide for women’s wear. New York: Fairchild. Coffin, D.P. (2009) Making trousers for men & women : a multimedia sewing workshop. Minneapolis: Creative Pub. International. Di Lorenzo, M.F. (2010) Tailoring techniques for fashion. New York: Fairchild. Kershaw, G. (2013) Pattern cutting for menswear. London: Laurence King. Kinsey, M. (2012) Pockets : a directory of design details and techniques. East Petersburg, Pa.: Fox Chapel. Nudelman, Z. (2016) The art of couture sewing. (2nd ed.) New York: Fairchild. Nugent, L. (2009) Computerized patternmaking for apparel production. New York: Fairchild. Powell, P. (2011) Tailored fashion design. New York: Fairchild. Shaeffer, C.B. (2007) Claire Shaeffer’s fabric sewing guide. (2nd ed.) Iola, WI: Krause

3 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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UNIT TITLE Industry Placement (Option A) Unit Code RFDN5011 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 8 weeks Credit Value 10 Total Learning Hours for Unit 100 Date of approval of this version April 2019

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design

CONTENT The Industry Placement unit aims to prepare the students for both their third year and their future career. It enables them to undertake a self-initiated placement that is relevant to their potential career direction and contributes to the fulfilment of the course aims and objectives. The placement will be governed by a learning agreement negotiated between the students and their tutor, which relates to the nature of the placement chosen. The placement should not only reinforce and expand the students experience and knowledge of their chosen industry but also provide a foundation for the exploration of their future career options. They will critically analyse and evaluate their findings and present them in a professionally structured Placement Report. A lecture, seminar and workshop programme will support the production of the placement report. The lectures will extend the understanding of a range of research methods appropriate for academic study. The methodologies examined encourage the use of a diverse range of primary and secondary resources. A blog will be set up to both support the students whilst on placement but also to act as a learning resource. They will complete regular blog tasks for the duration of the placement. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop skills in research, observation, analysis and evaluation to develop a

deeper understanding of the students’ practice in an industry context

A2 To explore personal career aspirations and develop professional skills that will promote employability

A3 To develop knowledge and understanding of a professional context within which

the specialist subject is applied LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of the fashion industry through

research and documentation

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LO2 Document and demonstrate professional skills appropriate for employment LO3 Evidence the ability to relate educational and industrial experience to inform

professional development and future aspirations INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity4 5 No. of hours of independent activity 0 No. of hours of placement activity 95 This will comprise:

• Briefings • Work placement • Placement Blog • Lectures, seminars and workshops • Library lectures on cv and letter writing • Individual and Group tutorials • Learning Material on My UCA • Assessment debriefing and published feedback

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment

Component

List all separate

components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options.

The options equate to the assessment types in table

A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable

Written assignment

100% Blog reports Written assignment

NA

CV dossier

Reflective statement

Placement report

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Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay 100% Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes

Evidence of an understanding of the structure and functions of the fashion industry

LO1

Understanding through Application of knowledge

Ability to reflect on and learn from experience to inform future academic and career development

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional skills

Evidence of the development of presentation and transferable professional skills

LO2

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READING LISTS5 Recommended Cottrell, S. (2015) Skills for success: personal development and employability. (3rd ed.) London: Palgrave. D’Souza, S. (2011) Brilliant networking: what the best networkers know, do and say. (2nd ed.) Harlow: Prentice Hall. D’Souza, S. (2015) Effective business networking. (2nd ed.) Harlow: Pearson. Granger, M. (2010) The fashion intern. (2nd ed.) New York: Fairchild. Keaveney, J. and Woodcock, B. (2017) Graduate CVs and Covering Letters (Palgrave Career Skills). London: Palgrave. Yates, J. (2011) The fashion careers guidebook. London: A & C Black.

5 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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UNIT TITLE Industry Case Study (Option B) Unit Code RFDN5015 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 8 weeks Credit Value 10 Total Learning Hours for Unit 100 Date of approval of this version April 2019

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design

CONTENT This Industry Case Study unit aims to prepare the students for both their third year and their future career. It offers the opportunity to study an aspect of the fashion industry that the students have identified as an area of interest, through the method of case study research. They will undertake fieldwork into a self-selected topic or question. Using both primary research (in-depth interviews, observations, visual or audio documentation, questionnaires) and secondary research (historical research, contemporary debates, statistics). The case study research should not only reinforce and expand the students’ experience and knowledge of their chosen industry but also provide a foundation for the exploration of their future career options. Students will critically analyse and evaluate their findings and present them in a professionally structured Case Study Report. A lecture, seminar and workshop programme will support the production of the case study report. The lectures will extend the understanding of a range of research methods appropriate for academic study. The methodologies examined encourage the use of a diverse range of primary and secondary resources. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop skills in research, observation, analysis and evaluation to develop a

deeper understanding of their practice in an industry context

A2 To explore personal career aspirations and develop professional skills that will promote employability

A3 To develop knowledge and understanding of a professional context within which

the specialist subject is applied LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of the fashion industry through

research and documentation LO2 Document and demonstrate professional skills appropriate for employment

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LO3 Evidence the ability to relate educational and industrial experience to inform professional development and future aspirations

INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity6 10 No. of hours of independent activity 90 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Briefings • Lectures, seminars and workshops • Library lectures on cv and letter writing • Individual and Group tutorials • Learning Material on My UCA • Assessment debriefing and published feedback

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment

Component

List all separate

components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options.

The options equate to the assessment types in table

A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable

Written assignment

100% Case Study report Written assignment

NA

CV dossier

Reflective statement

Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay 100% Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

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Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes

Evidence of an understanding of the structure and functions of the fashion industry

LO1

Understanding through Application of knowledge

Ability to reflect on and learn from experience to inform future academic and career development

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional skills

Evidence of the development of presentation and transferable professional skills

LO2

READING LISTS Recommended Barnard, M. (2014) Fashion theory: an introduction. London: Routledge. Craik, J. (2009) Fashion: the key concepts. Oxford: Berg. Geczy, A. and Karaminas, V.A. (2017) Critical fashion practice: from Westwood to van Beirendonck. London: Bloomsbury. Grose, V. (2012) Concept to customer. Lausanne: AVA. Gwilt, A. (2015) Fashion design for living. London: Routledge. Jenss, H. (ed.) (2016) Fashion studies: research methods, sites and practices. London: Bloomsbury. Kawamura, Y. (2011) Doing research in fashion and dress: an introduction to qualitative methods. Oxford: Berg. Mbonu, E. (2014) Fashion design research. London: Laurence King.

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Mida, I. and Kim, A. (2015) The dress detective: a practical guide to object-based research in fashion. London: Bloomsbury. Thomas, S. (2018) Fashion ethics. London: Routledge. Welters, L.L. (2011) The fashion reader. (2nd rev. & expanded ed.) Oxford: Berg.

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UNIT TITLE Developing Research and Critical Enquiry Unit Code RFDN5014 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 9 weeks Credit Value 20 Total Learning Hours for Unit 200 Date of approval of this version

Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design, BA (Hons) Fashion

Atelier & BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles CONTENT The final year of the degree programme is an intensive and demanding experience in which skills and knowledge developed throughout the course of study are further tested and enhanced. This unit provides space to consider the research and inquiry options available to you in the final year, and evaluate your future direction. Through exploration of a subject area related to either broader contextual issues or concerns within the industry, you will develop appropriate research skills applicable to your final year of study. The unit encourages a critical approach to evaluating a range of research material in order to identify appropriate and useful sources from which to develop your final year research enquiry. Furthermore, through this research you will gain valuable insight into and knowledge of your chosen area of enquiry and related debates and concerns. The unit culminates in the production of work, which critically analyses and evaluates relevant sources and evidences critical engagement with the process of research itself. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To provide an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the student’s

chosen topic area A2 To enable students to develop a more critical approach to selecting, analysing and

evaluating appropriate research sources. A3 To enable students to develop skills in synthesising a range of arguments derived

from relevant sources into a structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions.

A4 To enable students to develop abilities of critical reflection on research processes

and future direction. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to:

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LO1 Explain key ideas, concepts and theories related to the chosen topic area LO2 Critically select, analyse and evaluate appropriate research sources related to the

chosen topic LO3 Synthesise a range of arguments derived from relevant sources into a structured and

coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions. LO4 Critically reflect on the choice of research and the direction of the chosen topic area. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity7 13 No. of hours of independent activity 187 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Project briefing • Lectures • Workshops • Tutorials • Learning materials on my UCA

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each

component double click in the box to

see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable

Portfolio 100% Literature Review and Journal

Portfolio Literature Review 3,000

7 This data is required for CMA/published information purposes. Further guidance about classification of ‘scheduled’ activity can be found in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes in Annex 5 of the QAH

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Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 0 Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

0 Written

Written assignment, including essay 0 Coursework

Report 0 Coursework

Dissertation 0 Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) 0 Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

0 Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation 0 Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

0 Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills 0 Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Through explaining key ideas, concepts and theories related to the chosen topic area

LO1

Understanding through Application of Knowledge By selecting a range of sources, which are analysed and evaluated to determine their appropriateness to the chosen topic

LO1, LO2

Through recorded reflection on the choice of research sources and direction of the chosen topic

LO1, LO4

Application of Technical and Professional Skills By integrating arguments from relevant sources into a structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions.

LO1, LO2, LO3

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READING LISTS8 Recommended Adamson, G. (ed.) (2009) The Craft Reader. Oxford: Berg. Black, S et al. (eds.) (2013) The Handbook of Fashion Studies. London: Bloomsbury. Cooper, S., (2015) Writing Logically, Thinking Critically. 8th ed. Boston: Pearson Cottrell, S. (2011) Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective Analysis and Argument.(2nd ed.). Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. Feak, C.B. & Swales, S.M. (2009) Telling a Research Story: Writing a Literature Review. Michigan: University of Michigan Press. Gale, C. & Kaur, J. (2004) Fashion and Textiles: An Overview. Oxford: Berg. Hemmings, J. (ed.) (2012) The Textile Reader. Oxford: Berg. Kawamura, K. (2011) Doing Research in Fashion and Dress: An Introduction to Qualitative Methods. Oxford: Berg. McNeil, P. & Karaminas, V. (eds.) (2009)The Men's Fashion Reader. Oxford: Berg.Ridley, D. (2012) The Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students. 2nd ed. London: Sage. Welters, L. & Lillethun, A, (eds.) (2011)The Fashion Reader. Oxford: Berg.

8 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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UNIT TITLE Design Concepts & Contexts Unit Code RFDN5017 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 9 Credit Value 20 Total Learning Hours for Unit 200 Date of approval of this version April 2019 Course(s) to which this unit contributes BA (Hons) Fashion Design, BA (Hons) Fashion Atelier

& BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles CONTENT It is important for designers to look outside their own discipline, broadening their frames of reference to situate their practice culturally, socially, politically and economically. Therefore, the unit introduces students to a range of cultural and critical theories and design contexts and concepts that are vital for developing a broader contextual understanding that underpin the student’s main pathway and future contextual studies units. The unit will explore significant movements and moments in the history of design and the arts in order to help students develop a widening appreciation of the aesthetic forces, which shape culture and potentially the student’s own work. In addition, the unit aims to introduce a range of theoretical concepts and perspectives that students can employ to analyse cultural expression and cultural change. Introduction to these contexts and concepts will be through lectures, seminar discussion and evaluation of academic texts. The unit enables students to improve key skills in research, analysis and communication developed in year one. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To introduce a range of factors affecting design, culture and society within broad historical

and cultural contexts. A2 To develop skills in using appropriate research methods, analysis and evaluation of relevant

academic and non-academic textual material. A3 To introduce skills in the analysis of a range of examples of design and significant aspects of

society and culture. A4 To further develop formal communication skills and effective use of academic conventions. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Explain significant factors shaping design, culture and society within a specified context. LO2 Evaluate and utilize a range of appropriate research materials in the construction of arguments

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LO3 Apply knowledge to the analysis and evaluation of specific examples of design, society and culture

LO4 Effectively use formal communication and academic conventions in the production of coherent

structured arguments INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity9 18 No. of hours of independent activity 182 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise: Project briefing Lectures Seminars Workshops Tutorials Learning materials on myUCA

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component

comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx. word count where applicable

Portfolio 100% Essay And Seminar comprehension and analysis documentation

Portfolio

2,500 words

Table A2 –Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 0 Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

0 Written

Written assignment, including essay 0 Coursework

Report 0 Coursework

Dissertation 0 Coursework

9 This data is required for CMA/published information purposes. Further guidance about classification of ‘scheduled’ activity can be found in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes in Annex 5 of the QAH

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Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) 0 Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

0 Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation 0 Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

0 Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills 0 Practical Table A3 – Summary of Table A2 data

Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies & Processes Through explaining how specific factors have shaped particular aspects of society, culture and cultural expression.

LO1

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Through integrating a range of relevant ideas and concepts from appropriate textual sources in the construction of an argument

LO2

Through identifying and using relevant ideas and concepts to analyse and evaluate specific instances of design, society and culture

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Through producing a coherent, structured argument that uses formal communication and abides by academic conventions

LO4

READING LISTS10 Recommended Adamson, G. (2011) Postmodernism: Style and Subversion, 1970-1990. London: V&A. Barnard, M. (2014) Fashion Theory: An Introduction. London: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group. Craik, J. (2009) Fashion: The Key Concepts. Oxford: Berg. English, B. (2013) A cultural history of fashion in the 20th and 21st centuries: from catwalk to sidewalk. (2nd ed.) London: Bloomsbury. Featherstone, M. (2007) Consumer Culture and Postmodernism. (2nd ed.) London; SAGE

10 Reading Lists should be in accordance with the Reading Lists policy as issued by Library & Student Services. This policy also forms part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.

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Publications. Geczy, A. (ed.) (2018) The End of Fashion: Clothing and Dress in the Age of Globalization. London: Bloomsbury. Geczy, A. and Karaminas, V.A. (2017) Critical Fashion Practice: From Westwood to van Beirendonck. London: Bloomsbury. Geczy, A (2017) Fashion and Orientalism: Dress, Textiles and Culture from the 17th to the 21st Century. Oxford: Berg. Heuer, M. (ed.) (2018) Eco-Friendly and Fair: Fast Fashion and Consumer Behaviour. London: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group. Jansen, M.A. (ed.) (2016) Modern Fashion Traditions: Negotiating Tradition and Modernity Through Fashion. London: Bloomsbury. Rocamora, A.E.S. (ed.) (2016) Thinking Through Fashion: A Guide to Key Theorists. London: I.B. Tauris. Thomas, S. (2018) Fashion Ethics. London: Routledge. Wilk, C. (2008) Modernism: Designing a New World, 1914-1939. London: V&A.