Fine metal workshop
Wood workshop
Plastics & Resin workshops
Ceramics workshops
Technical Hub- CAD & Laser cutting
Thompson Library and slide library Lecture theatre and tutorial rooms
Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment will support this module where relevant.
Word processing and output facilities
Internet access

You will present for Assessment 100% Coursework that includes the following practical elements-
A body of work outlined in the module pack.

A research file, documenting historical and contemporary design practice. [Learning Outcome 1 & 2]
A design development workbook/sketchbook.[Learning Outcome 2,3 & 5]
Word-processed document/essay: A contextual evaluation and reflection. Referencing articles on theory and practice. [ Learning Outcome 1,2 & 5]
A range of prototypes exploring appropriate materials.[Learning Outcome 2,3 & 4]
A range of finished innovative 3D products.[Learning Outcome ,2,3 & 4]
Professional presentation of final concepts to external clients, tutors and your peers.[Learning Outcome 2,3,& 5]

Submission is Summative Assessment. Please refer to the Award Handbook for a full description and rationale for assessment methods.

Key Information Set Data
100% Coursework

The aim of this module is to encourage you to explore a creative direction, which will be an individually negotiated approach to your studio practice, clearly defining personal outcomes and objectives within the parameters of a designer/maker.
You will be encouraged to approach and develop your work reflectively, understanding the relevance and importance of critical and theoretical analysis as part of the creative process. Developing a body work, which is underpinned by a comprehensive knowledge of design theories and practices within contemporary a design context. You will be required to produce a written piece of work examining interconnections between design theories and relevant practices both historical which interest you and have influenced your personal work.
You will be encouraged to evaluate your own practice reflectively and critically in relation to other contemporary makers. This module is designed to underpin and inform your independent creative strategies and innovative design practice within a contemporary context.

The body of work produced for this module will be exhibited at a public venue; you are expected to create a finished outcome, appropriate to a contemporary and social context.

Scheduled Learning Activities
Lectures
Seminars
Individual tutorials
Group Tutorials, you will engage with peers to receive and provide constructive criticism.
You will engage in range of technical instruction and demonstration workshops appropriate to your specialism.
Public exhibition.

Guided Independent Study
Independent learning both studio and workshop based.
Development of 3D making skills and design practice
Material exploration and experimentation.
Independent reading and research on new and emerging technologies within your own contemporary design practice.
The design and execution of a finished range of 3 dimensional contemporary products.

Key Information Set Data
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity 24%
Guided Independent Learning 76%

Harrod, T., 1999. The Crafts in Britain in the Twentieth Century. Yale University Press
Raizeman,D.,King. L., History of Modern Design
Conway,H. 1987. Design History, A Student's Handbook
Dormer, P., 1995. Design Since 1945(world of art)
Dormer, P. ,1997. The Culture of Craft
Julier, G., 1997. The Thames and Hudson Dictionary of 20th Century Design and Designers
Sparke, P. ,1986 An Introduction to Design and Culture in the 20th Century
Sparke, P. ,1998. A Century of Design, Design Pioneers of the 20th Century
Woodham, J. 2004. Oxford Dictionary of Modern Design
Lark Books 2007. 500 Metal Vessels ISBN 13:978-157990-876-8 Hufnagl, F.,2008. The Fat Booty of Madness. Pub Arnoldsche
Fayet,R and Hufnagl, F., 1999 Bernhard Schobinger: Jewels. Pub: Arnoldsche
Tanner,A., 2010. Batch. Pub A&C Black
Dupon, O., 2011. The New Artisan. Thames and Hudson
Munari, B., 2008. Design as Art
Black Dog Publishing.,2007. Breaking the Mould

Specialist Periodicals in Library:
Crafts Council http://.www.craftscouncil.org.uk
a-n web http://.www.a-n.co.uk
Arts Council http://.www.artscouncil.org.uk
Design Council http://www.designcouncil.org.uk