Programme Specification and Curriculum Map: Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes Programme Specification: 1. Awarding institution Middlesex University 2. Teaching institution Middlesex University 3. Programme accredited by 4. Final qualification BA Honours 5. Programme title Fashion Jewellery & Accessories 6. JACS code (or other relevant coding system) 7. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s) W2 W200 Art & Design 8. Academic Year 2007-08 9. Reference points University Regulations http://www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/ QAA Subject Benchmark Statements for Art and Design QAA Subject Benchmark Statements for History of Art, Architecture and Design QAA Code of Practice on Placement Learning University Learning and Teaching Strategy University Corporate Plan BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 1
10. Aims of the programme The programme aims to: foster and support the acquisition and development of a set of skills (research; visual; technical; creative; analytical; critical; communication) needed to understand and sustain creative and professional practice within an area of fashion jewellery and accessories promote understanding of the benefits of interdisciplinary practice inform and prepare students for collaborative work at a professional level develop to a professional level the knowledge and understanding of fashion jewellery and accessories within the context of contemporary fashion and also to consider its position within a wider cultural context promote and provide the opportunity to develop and present an individual, well informed and original approach to the subject 11. Programme outcomes* - the programme offers opportunities for students to achieve and demonstrate the following learning outcomes. The highest level at which these programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates is shown in the curriculum map section. A. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of : 1. the rigorous processes by which a coherent body of work is produced 2. communication through presentations and studio, workshop practices 3. key approaches and debates in the history of art, visual and spatial culture 4. professional commercial practice in fashion jewellery & accessories 5. creative practices in fashion jewellery & accessories Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through: 1. practising individual studio work; self directed study and research; written proposal and statement of work; personal progress reports; reviews; project introductions; individual tutorials 2. student documentation of Health & Safety information; documentation of experimental, material and technical research and visual diaries; workshop and project introductions; demonstrations 3. self directed research; written assignments; lecture programmes; cultural visits; seminars 4. placement experience recorded and evaluated in diary form; production project; seminars 5. project introductions; lectures by visiting practitioners; self directed study; tutorials; cultural visits Assessment Method Students knowledge and understanding is assessed by: 1. submission of coursework, which focuses on understanding of the creative and developmental process, the quality of experience and work achieved; written work BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 2
statements; personal progress report; tutorials; 2. submission of Health and Safety notebooks; sketch books; working process documentation 3. submission of assignments and presentations 4. placement diary; lecture notes from professional practice series; verbal and visual presentation skills 5. exhibition/ museum/ contextual diaries; presentations B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. sustain a line of enquiry that contributes to, challenges or extends ideas of fashion jewellery & accessories 2. bring a precision of thought and expression to an individual interpretation of fashion jewellery & accessories 3. use research effectively to underpin and extend studio work 4. use experiment, critical analysis and reflection to develop and resolve ideas 5. assess and evaluate concept and practical development with rigour, clarity and originality C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: 1. generate and develop ideas through drawing, photography, manipulation of materials and other appropriate means 2. explore and use imaginatively and effectively a wide range of materials techniques and processes 3. utilise a range of practical skills in fashion jewellery & accessories making processes in a focused and accomplished way Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through: 1. LR introduction; project led and self directed study; programme of talks by visiting lecturers; group and individual tutorials 2. self directed research; project introductions; demonstrations; tutorials; reviews; post assessment feedback notes 3. reviews; individual and group tutorials; research seminars 4. self evaluation and assessment in progress reports; tutorials 5. staff and peer feedback at all individual and group sessions; tutorial and written assessment feedback Assessment Method Students cognitive skills are assessed by: 1. submission of visual diaries, research, documentation and developmental work 2. submission of resolved work 3. personal progress report and tutorial reports Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through: 1. project briefs; assignments; individual and group tutorials; 2. workshop and studio practice; demonstrations; project introductions; tutorials; 3. workshop practice; self directed explorations; tutorials; Assessment Method Students practical skills are assessed by: 1. submission of developmental and creative work 2. submission of test pieces, how these have been created, observed and furthered 3. submission of resolved pieces BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 3
D. Graduate Skills * On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. convey complex ideas effective using a wide range of communicative and expressive skills 2. articulate informed critical responses too their own and other work 3. apply flexible, independent thinking and intellectual integrity when faced with new contexts of concern or enquiry 4. effectively plan, organise and manage study and research activities 5. select and apply IT to support and present work and to understand, select and apply appropriate numeracy information in their work Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through: 1. practice in making written, oral and/or visual presentations and in maintaining varied written, verbal and visual communications 2. team working; seminars; group tutorials; field trips 3. a range of projects emphasising experiment and reflection, critical thinking and development of self awareness 4. assignments which require time management, working to deadlines and specific outcomes 5. practice of IT; taught workshops, and ongoing support from LR Assessment method Students graduate skills are assessed by: 1. written assignments, presentations 2. self reflective statement on team work and personal achievement, field trip diary 3. self reflective statement in personal progress report 4. submission of coursework which focuses on acquisition and demonstration of technical skills and/or presentation sessions which demonstrate the use of IT skills 12. Programme structure and requirements, levels, modules, credits and qualifications 12. 1 Overall structure of the programme The BA Honours Fashion Jewellery & Accessories is a specialist programme studied over three or four years (which includes optional placement year) full time or six years part-time. Study is undertaken at three levels and is arranged in modules, which may run concurrently through the year. The full time (and part time) degree award requires achievement of 360 credits consisting of 120 credits at each level 1, 2 and 3. Students undertaking the placement opportunity, normally between the second and final year of the programme, undertake two additional 60 credit modules (bringing the total to 480 credits) and on successful completion are also awarded a Certificate of Professional Experience. The specialist award BA Honours Fashion Jewellery & Accessories requires that all the listed compulsory modules are taken. These modules deal with either the creative, conceptual or practical skills required for successful completion of the programme. For further information please consult this Handbook. *If required by PSRBs undergraduate programme learning outcomes can also be presented using the taxonomy of the appropriate subject benchmark(s) **Not required for postgraduate programmes. BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 4
12.2 Levels and modules. This section should contain a more detailed description level-by-level of the programme structure, modules and credits. All modules should be categorised as compulsory or optional. Level 1 COMPULSORY 1 OPTIONAL 2 PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS Students must take all of the following: DES 1111 FSH 1200 JWL 1100 HAD 1931 Level 2 Students must also choose at least XX from the following: Students must pass all modules COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS Students must take all of the following: DES 2222 JWL 2200 HAD 2031 Students must also choose at least XX from the following: Students must pass all modules Level 3 COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS Students must take all of the following: DES 3333 DES 3100 HAD 39 Students who wish to complete the 4 year programme should also undertake the following modules: JWL 00 JWL 3100 Students must pass all modules 12.3 Non-compensatable modules. Modules may additionally be designated noncompensatable. Module level Module code 3 DES 3333 3 DES 3100 3 HAD 39 1 Compulsory modules are those that must be taken, that is, the qualification cannot be made unless these modules have been successfully completed. Each of these modules makes a unique contribution to the learning objectives of the programme. 2 Optional modules are those from which a specified minimum number must be taken, that is, the qualification cannot be given unless this specified minimum number of optional modules have been successfully completed. Each of the possible combinations of optional modules will make a similarly unique contribution to the achievement of the learning objectives of the programme. BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 5
13. A curriculum map relating programme learning outcomes to modules See Curriculum Map attached. 14. Criteria for admission to the Programme See the University Regulations for specific criteria for admissions to the University. Entry onto the programme normally requires: A Foundation Course Certificate in Art and Design or An Ordinary National Diploma in General Art and Design or Other recognised professional or tertiary qualification Direct entry into 2 nd Year should have: A Higher National Diploma in an appropriate subject or a level one certificate from another BA programme in an appropriate subject. Mature students who do not have these formal qualifications but who have commensurate experience are very much encouraged to apply. Applicants would normally also attend an interview. Students whose first language is not English must have an IELTS score of at least 6.0. Students whose score is less than 5.5 of any component of the test are very strongly recommended to attend the Middlesex University s pre-sessional preparation programme for international students (details are available from the Admissions Office). 15. Information about assessment regulations University Regulations http://www.mdx.ac.uk/regulations/ 16. Indicators of quality Successful Validation Reviews in Fashion and Jewellery - 2006 Relevant External Examiner reports Feedback from placement employers Student success after graduation Student progression to postgraduate studies 17. Specialised support for learning (if applicable) Students on this programme have access as needed to specialist studios, workshops, equipment and tutors. 18. Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of learning The Programme utilises the following methods of evaluating and improving the Programme: Staff and Student feedback from Board of Studies Quality Monitoring Reports External Examiner Reports Staff feedback at regular staff meetings Formal and informal student feedback BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 6
19. Placement opportunities, requirements and support (if applicable) Each student on the thick sandwich route has the opportunity to undertake two modules on placement with one or more employers. The Programme supports each student through: Monthly reports from students on their progress Communication and support by a Programme Placement Tutor Discussion with employers about the employers and student s responsibilities Preparatory sessions for 2 nd years De-briefing sessions after placements Programme Placement Handbook 20. Future careers: how the programme supports graduates future career development (if applicable) The Programme aims to prepare students for future careers through: developing graduate skills; professional practice projects; experience gained on placement (where appropriate); careers advice with practitioners and Careers Officer. 21. Other information Please note: this specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information can be found in the student programme handbook and the University Regulations. BA Fashion Jewellery & Accessories - 2007/2008 7
Curriculum map for Fashion Jewellery & Accessories This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are assessed. A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Module Title Introduction to Processes and Materials Module Code by Level A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 DES1111 X X X Fashion Skills 1 FSH1200 X X X X X X X X X Introducing Jewellery JWL1100 X X X X X X X X Introduction to History of Art and Design HAD1931 X X X X Process, Production and DES2222 X X X X X X X X X X Presentation Jewellery in Context JWL2200 X X X X X X X X X Fashioning the Body HAD2031 X X X X X X X Professional Placement 1 JWL00 X X X X X X X Professional Placement 2 JWL3100 X X X X X X X Design Proposition: Research and Development DES3333 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Final Portfolio and Collection DES3100 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Art and Design Dissertation HAD39 X X X X X 14
Programme learning outcomes Knowledge and understanding Practical skills A1 the rigorous processes by which a coherent body of work is produced C1 generating and developing ideas through drawing, photography, manipulation of materials and other appropriate means A2 communication practices through studio, workshop and presentation C2 exploring and using imaginatively and effectively a wide range of materials techniques and processes A3 key approaches and debates in the history of art, visual and spatial culture C3 utilise a range of practical skills in fashion jewellery & accessories making processes in a focused and accomplished way A4 professional commercial practice in fashion jewellery & accessories C4 A5 creative practices in fashion jewellery & accessories C5 Cognitive skills B1 sustain a line of enquiry that contributes to, challenges or extends ideas of fashion jewellery & accessories Graduate Skills D1 convey complex ideas effective using a wide range of communicative and expressive skills B2 bring a precision of thought and expression to an individual interpretation of fashion jewellery & accessories D2 articulate informed critical responses too their own and other work B3 use research effectively to underpin and extend studio work D3 apply flexible, independent thinking and intellectual integrity when faced with new contexts of concern or enquiry B4 using experiment, critical analysis and reflection to develop and resolve ideas D4 effectively plan, organise and manage study and research activities B5 assess and evaluate concept and practical development with rigour, clarity and originality D5 select and apply IT to support and present work and to understand, select and apply appropriate numeracy information in their work 15
Diagram FULL TIME TKSW (Thick Sandwich) PART TIME YEAR 1 YEAR 1 YEAR 1 DES1111 Introduction to Processes and Materials DES1111 Introduction to Processes and Materials JWL1100 Introducing Jewellery JWL1100 Introducing Jewellery DES1111 Introduction to Processes and Materials JWL1100 Introducing Jewellery FSH1200 Fashion Skills 1 FSH1200 Fashion Skills 1 HAD1931 Introduction to History of Art and Design HAD1931 Introduction to History of Art and Design YEAR 2 YEAR 2 YEAR 2 DES2222 Process, Production and Presentation 60 DES2222 Process, Production and Presentation 60 FSH1200 Fashion Skills 1 JWL2200 HAD2031 Jewellery in Context Fashioning the Body JWL2200 Jewellery in Context HAD2031 Fashioning the Body HAD1931 Introduction to History of Art and Design YEAR 3 YEAR 3 YEAR 3 DES3333 Design Research JWL00 Professional 60 DES2222 Process, & Development Placement 1 Production and HAD39 Art & Design Dissertation JWL3100 Professional Placement 2 60 Presentation 60 DES3100 Final Portfolio & Collection 60 YEAR 4 YEAR 4 DES3333 Design Research JWL2200 Jewellery in & Development Context HAD39 Art & Design Dissertation HAD2031 Fashioning the Body DES3100 Final Portfolio & Collection 60 YEAR 5 DES3333 HAD39 YEAR 6 DES3100 Design Research & Development Art & Design Dissertation Final Portfolio & Collection 60 TOTAL CREDITS - 360 TOTAL CREDITS - 480 TOTAL CREDITS - 360 16