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An essay, illustrated with your own photographs and the work of others (3,000 words). 100% (Learning outcomes 1, 2 & 3

This module enables you to develop and explore issues and ideas around your own area of particular interest. The work for submission is an essay which contextualises your own work within an illustrated essay, completed to academic conventions and standards. This module sits alongside the Fashion in Context module and it is intended that the images produced for Fashion in Context are utilised and fully investigated within the essay produced in this contextual module.

This module will ask you to demonstrate the ability to engage in relevant research and visual analysis, as well as the ability to select works to construct a logical line of argument. The essay will also enable you to research, evaluate and contextualise your material, in order to demonstrate an understanding of the historical, cultural, ethical and theoretical issues relevant to your chosen subject.

The essay will require a demonstration of knowledge gained through research of relevant texts and other appropriate sources. It will also require you to write clearly and adopt an analytical approach to issues relevant to your chosen subject.

Scheduled Learning Activities will include a combination of the following:
Lectures
Practical workshops
Group tutorials (Feedback)
Group critiques (Feedback)
Seminars

Independent Learning Activities will include the following:
Independent Study
reading and research

Library - where you will find relevant textbooks, periodicals, and audio-visual materials.
Internet - where you will find numerous relevant websites.
Word-processing facilities¿
The Blackboard VLE will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

Burnham, D. Studying Independently: Writing Better Essays, Exams and Presentations. Faculty of Arts Media & Design Booklet 2006¿
Clanchy, J. & Ballard, B. (1993) How to Write Essays: A Practical Guide for Students
Fairbairn, G. & Winch, C. (1996) Reading, Writing and Reasoning
Bolton G.E.J (2010): Reflective Practice: Writing and Professional Development. Sage, London
Students will determine their own reading list appropriate to their work, with tutor guidance. Students are expected to take advantage of the extensive library facilities available within the University, keeping abreast of current developments through appropriate books and periodicals and being aware of the work of relevant practitioners both historical and contemporary in their chosen field.

1. IDENTIFY, ANALYSE AND APPLY KEY VISUAL THEORY TO YOUR OWN PRACTICE.
[Enquiry; Analysis; Application]

2. ASSESS, DEBATE AND CRITICALLY EMPLOY MATERIAL FROM ACADEMIC SOURCES RELEVANT TO YOUR PRACTICE, WITHIN AN ILLUSTRATED ESSAY.
[Problem Solving; Reflection]

3. DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF YOUR CHOSEN SUBJECT IN RELATION TO A WIDER JOURNALISTIC CONTEXT.
[Knowledge and Understanding]