Module Descriptors
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
DESN50028
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Timothy Forrester
Email: T.Forrester@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- CWK - A&D weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
which includes the following elements:
A research folder containing appropriate market research (Learning Outcome 1).
A professional web presence including a blog and evidence of social media networking (Learning Outcomes 2 & 3).
Personal promotional material including professional images, an artist statement and pricelist (Learning Outcome 3).
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
A research folder containing appropriate market research (Learning Outcome 1).
A professional web presence including a blog and evidence of social media networking (Learning Outcomes 2 & 3).
Personal promotional material including professional images, an artist statement and pricelist (Learning Outcome 3).
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
Module Indicative Content
This module aims to support your personal and professional growth through the introduction of skills and techniques that are linked to effective professional performance.
Topics covered in this module include visual, written and verbal communication skills, winning images, personal branding, building a web presence, costings, e-portfolios, blogs, websites, social media, CVs, networking, and engaging with creative industries in the public domain.
Topics covered in this module include visual, written and verbal communication skills, winning images, personal branding, building a web presence, costings, e-portfolios, blogs, websites, social media, CVs, networking, and engaging with creative industries in the public domain.
Module Resources
VLE
Computer facilities
Photography studio
3d design studio
Thompson library
Careers service
Computer facilities
Photography studio
3d design studio
Thompson library
Careers service
Module Texts
Students are expected to keep abreast of current developments within the field of 3D Design through appropriate periodicals, including Crafts Magazine and websites such as:
http://.www.craftscouncil.org.uk
http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/
http://www.thedesigntrust.co.uk
http://www.artsthread.com/
http://www.axisweb.org/
Adnum, H. (2011). Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos: Fool-Proof Techniques to Make Your Handmade Creations Shine Online. Search Press ltd: London.
Burgess, P. (2003). The Best of Brochure Design. Wilson Harvey: London.
Dorrian, M., Farrelley, L. (2004). Business Cards The Art of Saying Hello. Laurence King Publishing: London.
Houghton, R. (2012).Blogging for Creatives: How designers, artists, crafters and writers can blog to make contacts, win business and build success. Ilex: Sussex.
http://.www.craftscouncil.org.uk
http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/
http://www.thedesigntrust.co.uk
http://www.artsthread.com/
http://www.axisweb.org/
Adnum, H. (2011). Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos: Fool-Proof Techniques to Make Your Handmade Creations Shine Online. Search Press ltd: London.
Burgess, P. (2003). The Best of Brochure Design. Wilson Harvey: London.
Dorrian, M., Farrelley, L. (2004). Business Cards The Art of Saying Hello. Laurence King Publishing: London.
Houghton, R. (2012).Blogging for Creatives: How designers, artists, crafters and writers can blog to make contacts, win business and build success. Ilex: Sussex.
Module Learning Strategies
This Blended Learning module will be delivered through the use of VLE, a series of specialist lectures, group discussions and individual academic tutorials.
Specialist skills modulettes will also be assigned to this module.
Key Information Set Data:
16% Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity
84% Guided Independent Study
Specialist skills modulettes will also be assigned to this module.
Key Information Set Data:
16% Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity
84% Guided Independent Study