Research, evaluate and present factors contributing to achievement in the creative and cultural industries through a specific investigation

Enquiry


Participate in the planning of events and activities safely and within industry guidelines. Discuss the impact of a range of outside influences on the working environment

Knowledge and Understanding, Working with Others


Identify and address own learning needs and participate in planning related decisions that are informed by industry guidelines

Learning


Express ideas clearly and imaginatively using a range of methods to suit different audiences

Communication

Assessment 1: A case study recording the process of organising a contemporary art practice event or activity incorporating a reflective evaluation of your own learning experience and future training needs (2,000 words) (70%) [LO 1, 3 and 4]


Assessment 2: An evaluation presentation of a collaborative working group project with peers. Analysing the need for future training and development, considering and identifying the industry requirements. (30%) [LO 2, 3, and 4]


Further clarity will be provided in detailed project brief.

In this module, you will investigate a case study relevant to your area, evaluate the factors involved, and present your findings to an audience. This will allow you to show your understanding of the way contemporary practitioners operate, and relate it to your own work. You will be able to consider the practical constraints that influence how contemporary art practitioners reach their audience, and gain an insight into external factors such as legislation and ethical requirements.

You will participate in the planning of an event or activity and consider the responsibilities associated with working to timescales and with others in the creative workplace. You will then be able to evaluate your own progress and reflect upon your strengths and weaknesses. You will consider how to develop your experience in order to broaden and deepen your skills and associated portfolio to fulfil your future goals, whether they be academic or vocational.

Current legislation and expected changes will be studied, such as:
Health and Safety, Criminal Records Clearance, Working with Children and Vulnerable People, Copyright, Data Protection, Permissions, Equal Opportunities, Public Liability, Intellectual Property Rights.

How do today's art practitioners navigate practical constraints and ethical considerations? In this module, you’ll explore a case study relevant to your field, analysing key factors and presenting your findings to an audience. You’ll gain insights into the challenges of reaching audiences, the role of legislation, and ethical requirements. You'll also plan an event or activity, reflecting on your progress and considering how to expand your skills for future academic or vocational goals. This module bridges theory with real-world application, preparing you for a career in the creative industries.

Introduction to module
Research workshops
Presentation skills workshops, including communication techniques, creating visual support materials, persuasive communication etc
Seminars considering and evaluating learning
Group tutorials, presentations and critiques with formative feedback
Individual tutorials

VLE (Virtual Learning Environment)

Books

Eggers, D., 2010. Exquisite Book: 100 Artists Play a Collaborative Game. San Francisco: Chronicle Books.

Eipeldauer, H., 2019. Collaborations: Artist groups, collaborative work and "Connectedness" in contemporary art and the Avant-garde of the 1960s and 1970s. Vienna: Belvedere Publishing.

Roos, D., 2020. To Don't List: Project Planning for Creative People. London: Laurence King Publishing

Websites:
http://www.hse.gov.uk/
http://www.nsead.org/hsg/index.aspx
www.a-n.co.uk
www.photobiz.com

Students will have access to studio space and college library and computer resources.
University learning resources are available on campus at Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent, and online via the partner Need to Know pages of the university website.
http://www.staffs.ac.uk/courses_and_study/partnerships/current_students/email/index.jsp