A range of studio based exercises and project work will provide the framework through which learning will take place, it will integrate the practical with the theoretical aspects of Illustration contexts.
Studio work will be supported by introductory lectures and seminars, work in progress will be monitored through group tutorials and critiques.
Technical support within the craft workshops and computer workshops will be available if required.
Organised and independent visits to exhibitions.
Presentations to both staff and peers during group and individual critiques of work in progress and on completion.

Klanton, R. (2005) "Illusive: Contemporary Illustration and its Content", Gestalten Verlag.
Stein, B. (1998) From Word to Image and Back Again. Ernst / Sohn
Sabin, R. (1998) Comics, Comix and Graphic Novels. Phaidon
Walton, R. (2006) "The Big Book of Illustration Ideas", Collins Design New edition.
Wiedemann, J. (2005) "Illustration Now!", Taschen.

Library
Internet access
Controlled studio environment drawing classes.
Experimental print facilities
Screen print workshop
Software: Adobe Creative Suite/Similar
Black and White A4/A3 printer (Graphics Studio)
Colour printer
T.I. support with computer software applications
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

You will present a body of coursework for assessment, as outlined in the module information pack.
This will include the following elements:
- Collated research folder, documenting historical and contemporary illustration practice . [Learning Outcomes 1, 2 & 3]
- Design development workbook/s showing how your ideas have been informed by historical and contemporary theory and/or practice. [Learning Outcomes 1,2 & 3]
- A Finished body of illustrative work. [Learning Outcomes 2 & 3]
- Undertaking a verbal presentation to peers and tutors reflecting on your completed work. [Learning Outcomes 4]

This module is designed to enable you to develop greater emphasis within an area of specialist illustration study through the integration of research with practice. During this module you will be encouraged to explore the wealth and richness of historic and contemporary illustration practice. To reflect on different genres of work, the visual messages that underlie them and/or the reason for their creation and to use this information as a source of ideas to develop and inform your own personal work.
This module will also provide you with the opportunity to spend time exploring in greater depth what you have learnt to date, extending your interest in specific issues within your chosen area of illustration, and laying the foundations for final year individual negotiated projects.