Module Resources
Hardware and software as appropriate to the specifics of the chosen dissertation.
Module Texts
Individual to the specifics of the chosen research area
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours
4 x 1 Hour Introduction to project planning and management followed by regular small or individual group tutorials with supervisor
Student centred learning to include production of practical work demonstrating specialist subject knowledge and skills.
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. Practical 'product' containing several existing, but at least one new, piece of work (Learning Outcome 1).
2. Oral Presentation (Learning Outcomes 2 and 3).
3. Logbook
Module Indicative Content
The portfolio requires the student to demonstrate practical ability in their chosen subject area. They pursue a practical piece of work agreed with their supervisor and proceed to design, create and test the outcome.
The product will be grounded in Music and Sound and will allow the student to focus on extending their skills in the specific aspect they wish to pursue in industry. The portfolio may contain pieces of work you have produced for assessments or work you have done outside of university or for a university organised event. It must also include one new piece of definitive work to illuminate your portfolio.
Module Learning Outcomes
1. PRODUCE A NEW 'PRODUCT' WITHIN A SPECIFIC MUSIC AND SOUND RELATED AREA.
Application
Enquiry
Knowledge & Understanding
Learning
2. PRESENT AND DEFEND THE PRACTICAL PIECE AND YOUR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
Application
Communication
Enquiry
3. PRODUCE A COMPLETED PORTFOLIO AND A LOGBOOK TO SHOW EFFECTIVE PLANNING AND REFLECTION
Analysis
Communication
Reflection