Module Descriptors
VISUAL STUDIES 1
CCIF40267
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Rowena Beighton-Dykes
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 56
Independent Study Hours: 94
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 80%
- PRESENTATION - INDIVIDUAL weighted at 20%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
Students must submit work for all assessments.
Assessment 1.
Evidence of experimental use of a wide range of media, showing innovative use of 2 and 3D media, including new and traditional media, in a suitable format (80%) LOs 1 & 2
Assessment 2.
Presentation and justification of one piece of own work, with reference to contemporary and traditional practice, in an appropriate format (20%) LOs 2, 3 & 4
Assessment 1.
Evidence of experimental use of a wide range of media, showing innovative use of 2 and 3D media, including new and traditional media, in a suitable format (80%) LOs 1 & 2
Assessment 2.
Presentation and justification of one piece of own work, with reference to contemporary and traditional practice, in an appropriate format (20%) LOs 2, 3 & 4
Module Indicative Content
Students will be introduced to a range of new and traditional media and mark-making techniques, experimenting with different methods and approaches. The language associated with discussing and analysing visual forms will be explored, and students will use a range of communication methods to demonstrate and share their understanding of the formal elements and concepts associated with the visual arts.
Students will be encouraged to consider the impact of outside influences on their work, including creative industries trends and changes, as well as wider factors such as technological and financial influences. The rehearsal and sharing of ideas with peers and tutors will support the students' development of a personal style and ability to explain visual ideas to an audience.
Students will be encouraged to consider the impact of outside influences on their work, including creative industries trends and changes, as well as wider factors such as technological and financial influences. The rehearsal and sharing of ideas with peers and tutors will support the students' development of a personal style and ability to explain visual ideas to an audience.
Module Learning Strategies
Introductory briefing at onset of module: 1 hour
Workshops, to include demonstrations, studio tutorials and exploration of different media: 45 hrs
Group tutorials and critiques with formative feedback: 5 hrs
Individual tutorials: 5hrs
Total contact time 56 hrs pr student
Workshops, to include demonstrations, studio tutorials and exploration of different media: 45 hrs
Group tutorials and critiques with formative feedback: 5 hrs
Individual tutorials: 5hrs
Total contact time 56 hrs pr student
Module Resources
Students will have access to studio facilities in all colleges, and specialist equipment particular to the local emphases of the award, reflecting local skills needs as indicated in the qualification benchmark (p3)
Module Texts
Books:
Hornung, D. (2005). Colour: a workshop for artists and designers. . London: Laurence King.
Mirzoeff, N. (2009). An Introduction to Visual Culture. London: Routledge.
Thomas, Paul and Taylor, Anita (2003). Drawing (Foundation Course). London: Cassell.
Stanyer, Peter (2010). The complete book of drawing techniques . London: Arcturus.
Websites:
http://www.tate.org.uk/collections/glossary/definition.jsp?entryId=427
http://www.jerwoodvisualarts.org/page/3095/Jerwood+Drawing+Prize+2010
Hornung, D. (2005). Colour: a workshop for artists and designers. . London: Laurence King.
Mirzoeff, N. (2009). An Introduction to Visual Culture. London: Routledge.
Thomas, Paul and Taylor, Anita (2003). Drawing (Foundation Course). London: Cassell.
Stanyer, Peter (2010). The complete book of drawing techniques . London: Arcturus.
Websites:
http://www.tate.org.uk/collections/glossary/definition.jsp?entryId=427
http://www.jerwoodvisualarts.org/page/3095/Jerwood+Drawing+Prize+2010