Module Descriptors
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 1
FINA50121
Key Facts
School of Creative Arts and Engineering
Level 5
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 15
Independent Study Hours: 135
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- CWK - A&D weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Texts and other current and appropriate information will be provided by staff.
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.
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.
Module Resources
Workshops chosen from a range of Faculty facilities available that are appropriate to your project or could serve to develop that practice.
Lecture theatre
Careers Service
Specialist workshop facilities, as appropriate
Library and slide library
Word-processing facilities
Internet access
Lecture theatre
Careers Service
Specialist workshop facilities, as appropriate
Library and slide library
Word-processing facilities
Internet access
Module Learning Strategies
The emphasis of this module is on the development of essential skills that will enable you to pursue opportunities in a professional arts environment. The module will be delivered through lectures and seminars.
Module Additional Assessment Details
You will present for assessment a body of work as outlined in the module information pack.
This will be comprise of a portfolio containing:
An illustrated profile of your current practice [Learning Outcome 1]
An artists statement [Learning Outcomes 2,3]
A Curriculum Vitae [Learning Outconmes 2,3]
This will be comprise of a portfolio containing:
An illustrated profile of your current practice [Learning Outcome 1]
An artists statement [Learning Outcomes 2,3]
A Curriculum Vitae [Learning Outconmes 2,3]
Module Indicative Content
This module will introduce you to skills that are linked to effective and professional performance in the creative industries. You will learn about the practical applications of those skills, which include: written and graphic communication using desktop publishing as well as personal promotion, career planning and organisation.