1. The ability to creatively respond to a typical ceramic design brief & show evidence of original, creative & critical reasoning through the development of your work, with a knowledge of health and safety practice.

2. The skills and methods of visual design communication through the presentation of a project portfolio and completed ceramic pieces. These skills would include both traditional and computer-based techniques and the ability and understanding to use all appropriate workshops safely.

3. The ability and awareness to locate your own work within a specific context related to ceramic industrial design practices. this will be informed by a fundamental overview of industrial ceramics within the commercial marketplace.

4. The ability to present your design proposals to an appropriate professional level and in doing so, be able to intellectually articulate, explain & debate your work.

The presentation of a cohesive body of research and design practice consistent with the aims and objectives of the module/project. [Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4]

The submission of work for the project, must include:

Coursework, which should include:
All research and exploratory ideas [Learning Outcome 1]
Portfolio & related sketchbooks [Learning Outcome 2]
Ceramic development & conclusions [Learning Outcomes 1,3,4]
A verbal presentation [Learning Outcomes 3,4]

To achieve a pass in this module the assessed work must demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes as listed above.

To achieve a pass with Merit in this module the assessed work must demonstrate outstanding achievement of the learning outcomes as listed above.

Additionally, to achieve a pass with a Distinction you must demonstrate an outstanding level of skill & originality in the creative application of these tools & techniques. You would also be expected to demonstrate an exceptional level of critical analysis & professionalism in communicating & debating the location of your work.

This introductory module is concerned with the acquisition of generic and subject specific skills aimed to further knowledge and understanding of ceramic materials, processes and their creative application. Traditional and digital tools aligned with industrial ceramic practices, will be introduced to aid the origination, iterative development, and resolution of creative ideas. These will be informed by a themed project brief which promotes the importance of interdisciplinary research from a broad range of historical and contemporary contexts - ensuring critical rigour and in-depth analysis is embedded throughout the creative decision-making process. The self-directed nature of this research serves to nurture responsibility through independent learning. The spectrum of enquiry ranges from design for manufacture to the creation of unique art works. Individuals will begin to develop a greater understanding of where their creative practice is located within wider social, commercial, and cultural frameworks.

This module offers an introduction to tools and techniques related to ceramics, and caters for a range of abilities.

Design studios, appropriate ceramic workshops and related materials.

Where appropriate, Computing workshops

Non-specialist computing facilities for email, internet access, word processing, database, spreadsheet and basic presentations will be available through LLRS/ITS facilities on campus, not from within the School itself - the exception being the School's Student Browsers based in studios which will support email and internet access.

Specialist skills for Art and Design modules are delivered, at the appropriate level, within dedicated workshop units. These skills packages have been developed to be offered to all students across awards to enhance and develop their abilities and also to underpin workshop use with the necessary health and safety training.

Alongside traditional hand and machine methods of making, the course provides access to a broad range of digital making facilities which include 3D printing (including clay, FDM, SLA), 3D laser scanning, laser cutting, digital print for ceramics, which are supported by technical expertise from across the School of Digital, Technologies and Arts. The exploration of traditional skills and digital technologies and their intersection, supports the development of a wide range of making practices from one-off, to batch and mass production.

Adamson, G. and Bryan-Wilson, J. (2016).¿Art in the Making: Artists and their Materials from the Studio to Crowdsourcing. Thames & Hudson.

Bloomfield, L., Pryke, S, (2023) Design and Create Contemporary Tableware: Making Pottery You Can Use, Herbert Press.

Connell, Jo, (2002), The Potter’s Guide to Ceramic Surfaces, Apple Press.

Creswell Bell, Amber, (2017), Clay: Contemporary Ceramics Artisans, Thames and Hudson Ltd.

Gauntlett, D. (2011) Making is connecting: the social meaning of creativity, from DIY and knitting to YouTube and Web 2.0.

Hamer & Hamer, (2015), The Potter’s Dictionary of Materials and Techniques, 6th edition Bloomsbury.

Lilley, Clare, (2017), Vitamin C: Clay and Ceramic in Contemporary Art, Phaidon.

Morris, Tom, (2018), New Wave Clay:¿Ceramic Design, Art and Architecture, Frame Publishers.

Ostermann, Matthias, (2002), The Ceramic Surface, A&C Black.

Johnson, L. (2015) Digital Handmade: Craftsmanship and the New Industrial Revolution, Thames and Hudson Ltd.

Reijnders, A. (2021) The Ceramic Process: A Manual and Source of Inspiration for Ceramic Art and Design, Herbert Press.

Taylor, Louisa, (2011), The Ceramics Bible: The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques, Chronicle Books.

Trade periodicals, for example, Tableware International, Elle Decor, World of Interiors, and as appropriate websites and design blogs

Web:
http://ceramicartlondon.com
https://www.britishceramicsbiennial.com
https://www.craftscouncil.org.uk

Students are expected to take advantage of the extensive library facilities available within the University;

keeping abreast of current developments through appropriate periodicals and being aware of the work of major practitioners in their subject.

Design studios, appropriate ceramic workshops and related materials. Computing workshops

Specialist skills for Art and Design modules are delivered, at the appropriate level, within dedicated workshop units. These skills packages have been developed to be offered to all students across awards to enhance and develop their abilities and also to underpin workshop use with the necessary health and safety training.