UNIT TITLE Textile Futures Unit Code RFTX5011 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration 12 weeks Credit Value 40 credits Total Learning Hours for Unit 400 Courses which feature this Unit BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles: Print Date of approval of this version CONTENT From the vast scale fine art installation pieces by Anish Kapoor such as ‘Melancholia’, which draws inspiration from molecular chemistry, to the nanotechnology of liquid ceramics, used as insulating material in aerospace industry, fabric offers seemingly unlimited possibilities both for imaginative creative inspiration and technical innovation. In recent years there have been huge advances in the range and type of fabrics and finishes available to designers and the impact of new fibres, techniques and technology is a rapidly emerging field and presents an ideal opportunity for further creative study. The theories that originate in cultural studies, design history, sociology, psychology, media and film clearly demonstrate that the analysis of clothing can and must use sources and research material from outside its own discipline. At this stage of the course you are encouraged to investigate a broader spectrum of print design beyond the predictable showing an understanding of the connection between fashion, design, accessories, jewellery, fashion led interiors and culture and the relevance of textiles and clothing to the social, economic, environmental context of modern life. This unit offers you a sustained period of study in which you can explore a range of exciting ideas. The unit will comprise of two distinct stages. Stage one focuses on samples, prints, fabric innovation, fabric manipulation and print swatches, inspired by textile futures and new technology presented as a cohesive range in a professional format. An imaginative and innovative application of surface pattern to cloth, as well as other substrates, will be encouraged. You will be asked to research, explore and investigate the way in which advances in fabric technology, fibre construction, products and concepts related to technology and textile futures might inspire designs for fashion and textiles. Studio tasks will focus on drawing, painting, recording and developing your ideas into a surface pattern collection consisting of samples, prints, fabric manipulation swatches and garment ideas. You will also be asked to critically evaluate your ideas and to reflect on how research has informed your design solutions. Your creative project work should also evidence your own personal approach, story, and feelings towards this unit. The research element in this unit requires you to carry out in depth investigation into a wide range of ideas to inform creative outcomes. You should look at the work of a wide range of contemporary fashion and textile designers for this project as well as related issues such as recycling and sustainability. Stage two of this unit focuses on development of your experimental printed ideas/ test pieces into a product context. The aim is to develop your ability to use informed research, applied to proportion, shape and silhouette, in order to achieve a creative aesthetic statement. You will be asked to create a print design concept to work within a specific final product selected by you. This design process will also be informed by research analysis of the work of specific fashion textiles designers who have been inspired by the use of print in the realisation of

their garments/ products. Your textile futures ideas will then be contextualized and used to create innovative printed textiles concepts. This unit also aims to develop an understanding of how print design, creative pattern cutting and or product print placement are interrelated. The research for this unit will include a professional presentation, which will provide you with vital research material, which will support and illustrate the creative application of print to your garment/ product ideas. In this unit you should strive to achieve contemporary design solutions, which incorporate innovative applications of print design. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop and explore a range of fashion textile ideas through drawing, painting,

recording and collecting primary and secondary visual source material A2 To become more confident in experimenting and exploring different techniques and

processes and appropriately to realise outcomes A3 To manage time effectively producing a substantial body of research work, design

development and samples, which will be developed and worked into printed product concepts and sample portfolio

A4 To continue to develop confidence with research and critical analysis skills,

demonstrating an independent understanding and articulation of the design development process and the application of print within specific contexts

LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to demonstate:

LO1 Production of well-designed and researched confident collection of design work and the development and realisation of ideas in an efficiently planned, professional and creatively explored manner

LO2 An ability to demonstrate technical competencies in a range of design and print

techniques

LO3 An ability to manage time effectively and further develop visual awareness, aesthetic appreciation with technical and creative analysis to enable a clear expression of the relationship between design development and final outcomes

LO4 An ability to confidently articulate and synthesis knowledge, information and an

understanding of technical materials in an innovative and efficient manner

INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 240 No. of hours of independent activity 160 No. of hours of placement activity 0 The unit of study will typically include:

• Design project and print collection • Fabric awareness • Visual research project • Technical workshops in print • Illustrations and samples • Technical notebook and record keeping

And may utilise a combination of: • Demonstrations • Presentations • Studio talks • Group critiques • Peer learning • Independent study • Written records • Learning material on myUCA • Formative and Summative Assessment • Lectures and Seminars • Workshops • Critiques • Self and Peer Appraisal

Table A1- Assessment Components Assessment Component

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components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each

component double click in the box to

see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx

word count where

applicable

Portfolio 100% Print project with print sample collection and garment/ product concepts and or sample ideas, Supporting research and development sketchbooks; Evidence of technical records, experimentation samples, swatches and test pieces; Printed fabric samples and ideas; Reflective analysis and annotated sketch book work

Portfolio

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques) Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION MAPS TO LEARNING

OUTCOMES Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Research methodologies and design development skills

LO1

Contemporary issues, theory and industrial practice informing the creation of experimental outcomes

LO1 LO2

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Critical evaluation and interpretation of technical skills within the design and printing techniques

LO2, LO3

The ability to select and contextualise research in relation to design and the wider fashion textiles industry

LO4

Application of Technical and Professional Skills An ability to utilise appropriate materials and technologies to communicate different sourced information cohesively and effectively

LO4

Undertaking self directed work and organising complex projects in an innovative manner

LO4

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential

McKelvey, Kathryn 2008 Fashion forecasting, Blackwell Jackson T & Shaw D

2009 Mastering Fashion Marketing, Master Palgrave

Eiseman L 2006 Color: messages and meanings, Lee, Suzanne 2005 Fashioning the future, Thames and Hudson San Martin, M 2010 Future fashion: innovative materials and technology,

Promopress Guerrero, J 2010 New fashion and design technologies,

A & C Black PERIODICALS Bloom, Collezioni Trends, Crafts, Dazed and Confused, Drapers,

Dressing, Elle, Future Materials, Provider, Selvedge, Textile Report, View, Viewpoint; French, English, Italian, American and L’ Uomo Vogue & Vogue Homme; Wallpaper, Wear Global.

TREND BOOKS Bloom, Jenkins, Peclers, Pantone View Colour Planner, Promostyl, View, Vision Print Trends.

Recommended Author Date Title and publication details O'Mahony, Marie 2002 SportsTech : revolutionary fabrics, fashion and design, Thames

and Hudson Beylerian, G and Dent, A.

2007 Ultra materials : how materials innovation is changing the world, Thames and Hudson

Carr, Harold 2007 Carr & Latham's technology of clothing manufacture, Blackwell Black, Sandy 2008 Eco-chic : the fashion paradox, Black Dog Burke, S. 23 Fashion artist : drawing techniques to portfolio presentation,

Burke Publishing Carr, H. & J. Pomeroy

1992 Fashion design and product development, Blackwell

Gan, Stephen 2002 Dreaming in print: a decade of Visionaire, 7L Lazear, S. 2011 Adobe Photoshop for fashion design,

Prentice Hall Skolos, Nancy 2006 Type, image, message : a graphic design layout

workshop, Rotovision Tain, Linda 2010 Portfolio presentation for fashion designers, Fairchild Toth, Mike 2003 Fashion icon : the power of fashion in graphic design, Rockport Eiseman L 2000 Pantone guide to communicating with color,

Grafix Press, Ltd.

Author Date Title and publication details Seymour, Sabine 2008 Fashionable technology : the intersection of design, fashion,

science and technology, Springer Quinn, Bradley 2008 Textile futures, Berg Fletcher, Kate 2008 Sustainable fashion and textiles : design journeys, Earthscan Colchester, Chloe 2007 Textiles today: a global survey of trends and traditions, Thames

and Hudson Quinn, Bradley 2009 Textile designers at the cutting edge,

Laurence King

Diane T 2009 Colour forecasting, Wiley-Blackwell Bowstead, J 2011 A guide to preparing your portfolio: contemporary solutions, A &

C Black Walker, S 2011 The spirit of design: objects, environment and meaning,

Earthscan Scully, K 2012 Colour forecasting for fashion, Laurence King (On Order) Baugh, G 2011 The fashion designer’s textile directory, Thames & Hudson Thittichai, K 2011 Layered Textiles, Batsford (On Order) Gwilt, A 2011 Shaping sustainable fashion, Earthscsan Dunnewold, J 2010 Art cloth: a guide to surface design for fabric,

Interweave Tanner, A 2010 Batch: craft, design and product, A & C Black Raymond, M 2010 The trend forecaster’s handbook, Laurence King Updated reference material will be provided in the unit handbook and will comprise of up to the minute on-line and media sources. The following therefore indicates core and definitive texts.

UNIT TITLE Modernism and Postmodernism Unit Code RFTX5006 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 12 Credit Value 20 Total Learning Hours for Unit 200 Date of approval of this version

CONTENT The theories that originate, not only in cultural studies, but in diverse fields such as, sociology, psychology, media and film studies and art and design history clearly demonstrate that the analysis of the fashion industry can and must use sources and research material from outside its own discipline.

After a year of looking at fashion specifically, this unit is devoted to the investigation of a broader spectrum of cultural production. This ensures a thorough understanding of the connection between fashion and culture and the relevance of clothes to modern life. The first year unit demonstrated that clothing acts as a signpost for aesthetic, cultural and social change, and that these transformations can be realised directly on the consumer’s bodies. The examination of a body of work that seeks to explain, theorise and philosophises cultural change will extend this understanding to a wider area of aesthetic practice.

To enable the analysis of your discipline in more depth, this unit will examine the theoretical notions of Modernism and Postmodernism by looking at their visual manifestations in both high and low culture (i.e. architecture, fine arts, design, film, magazines etc.) The debates surrounding Modernism and Postmodernism are at the core of cultural studies, the unit will therefore expand your spectrum of analysis by introducing these concepts, which are often vital for future contextual studies units and to bring conceptual underpinning to projects within your main studies. The lectures and seminars will acquaint you with the ideas of what is considered a modern cultural expression and how it can be ‘read’, that is interpreted and explained.

AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To introduce the major theories surrounding aspects of modernity and Modernism in

contrast to the notion of post-modernity and Postmodernism. A2 To further develop abilities in research, selection and evaluation of relevant sources. A3 To enable discussion and critical evaluation of a range of theoretical and visual concerns

within modernity, Modernism, post-modernity and Postmodernism. A4 To develop skills in providing a structured and coherent argument according to

appropriate academic conventions. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to:

LO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts that underpin the historical and contemporary perception of modernity, Modernism, post-modernity and Postmodernism

LO2 Demonstrate abilities in research, selection and evaluation of relevant sources LO3 Demonstrate a capacity to recognise and critically assess theoretical and visual concerns

within modernity, Modernism, post-modernity and Postmodernism LO4 Provide structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic

conventions. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity1 20 No. of hours of independent activity 180 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise: Project briefing Lectures Seminars Workshops Tutorials Learning materials on myUCA

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

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Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each

component double click in the box to

see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable

Portfolio

100%

Essay and Journal

Portfolio

2500

11 This data is required for KIS. Further guidance about classification of ‘scheduled’ activity can be found in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes in Annex 5 of the QAH

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 0 Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

0 Written

Written assignment, including essay 0 Coursework

Report 0 Coursework

Dissertation 0 Coursework

Portfolio 100 Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) 0 Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

0 Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation 0 Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

0 Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills 0 Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION There should be at least one criteria against each learning outcome for the unit

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies & Processes

Knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts that underpin the historical and contemporary perception of modernity, Modernism, post-modernity and Postmodernism

LO1

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Ability to research, select and evaluate relevant sources

LO2

Capacity to recognise and critically assess theoretical and visual concerns within modernity, Modernism, post-modernity and Postmodernism

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Provision of structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions

LO4

REFERENCE MATERIAL2 Essential Adamson, G. (2011) Postmodernism: Style and Subversion, 1970-1990. London: V&A. Harvey, D. (1990) The Condition of Postmodernity: An Enquiry into the Origins of Cultural Change. Malden,MA:Blackwell. Jameson, F. (1991) Postmodernism or the Cultural Logic of Late Capitalism. London: Verso. Sarup, M. (1993) An Introductory Guide to Post-Structuralism and Postmodernism. (2nd ed.). Harlow: Longman. Wilk, C. (ed.) (2006) Modernism 1914-1939: Designing a New World. London: V&A. Recommended3 Berman, M. (1988) All that is Solid Melts into Air: The Experience of Modernity New York: Viking Penguin. Featherstone, M. (2007) Consumer Culture and Postmodernism. London; Los Angeles: Sage. Greenhalgh, P. (ed.) (1990) Modernism in Design. London: Reaktion Books. Houze, R. & Lees-Maffei, G. (eds.) The Design History Reader. Oxford: Berg. Jencks, C. (2010) The Post-modern Reader. Chichester: John Wiley. Woods, T. (2009) Beginning Postmodernism. (2nd ed.). Manchester: Manchester University Press.

2 Reference material should be in accordance with the Library & Learning Services guidance. Links are also provided in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes which form part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook. 3 Further reading will be listed in the unit handbook

UNIT TITLE Professional Preparation Placement Option

Unit Code RFTX5007 Location UCA Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 7 Weeks Credit Value 10 Total Learning Hours for Unit 100 Date of approval of this version

CONTENT This unit and the Case Study unit aim to prepare you for both your third year of study and your future career. You will be required to select either this unit or the Case Study unit. The Placement option enables you to undertake a self-initiated work placement that is relevant to your potential career direction and contributes to the fulfillment of the course aims and objectives. The placement will be governed by a learning agreement negotiated between you and your tutor, which relates to the nature of the placement chosen. You will be required prepare the relevant UCA health and safety placement forms and these must be signed off prior to your placement start date. The placement research should not only reinforce and expand your experience and knowledge of your chosen industry but also provide a foundation for the exploration of your future career options. You will be required to record your research and time out on placement on the myUCA Placement blog, compiling information in a report and about the company as well as your own personal industry experiences. You will be monitored and required to keep your tutors up to date with your progress whilst out on placement. In this way the unit prepares you for your third year by introducing you to current practice in the fashion textiles industry and an understanding of your chosen industry and particular career aspirations. AIMS The aims of this unit are to: A1 Develop skills in research, observation, analysis and evaluation to develop a deeper

understanding of their practice in a professional context A2 Explore personal career aspirations and develop technical and professional skills that

will promote employability A3 Develop knowledge and understanding of a professional context within which the

specialist subject is applied LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit the student will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of the fashion textiles industry through

research and documentation

LO2 Document and demonstrate professional skills appropriate for employment LO3 Evidence the ability to relate educational and industrial experience to inform

professional development and future aspirations INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 5 No. of hours of independent activity 20 hours No. of hours of placement activity 75 hours This will comprise: • Briefings • Work Placement • Placement Blog • Learning Material on myUCA • Summative Assessment

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS

Table A1 – Assessment Components Component

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Weigh-ting

(100%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options.

The options equate to the assessment types

in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable

Portfolio 100% A typical portfolio will include: Statement evaluating future academic and career aspirations; CV dossier; Blog entries, describing placement experiences; Analysis of company profile, market level and operations;

Placement 1000 word minimum

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) 100% Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Evidence of an understanding of the structure and functions of the fashion textiles industry

LO1, LO2

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Evidence of the application of knowledge gained on the course

LO2, LO2, LO3

Ability to reflect on and learn from experience to inform future academic and career development

LO3

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Evidence of the development of presentation and transferable professional skills

LO2

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential

Author Date Title & publication details Kawamura, Y. 2011 Doing Research in Fashion and Dress (Berg) Gaimster, J. 2011 Visual Research Methods in Fashion (Berg) Francis, P. 2009 Inspiring Writing in Art and Design (Intellect) Recommended

Author Date Title & publication details Buchanan, David A. 2004 Organisational Behaviour: an introductory text, (Harlow).

Cullen, K. 2005 Letter Writing (Chambers) Grainger, M. 2010 The Fashion Intern (Fairchild) Middleton, J. 2005 High Impact CVs (Infinite Ideas) Sharp, G. 2002 A Guide to Working in Fashion (Heinemann) Verity, J. 2004 Succeeding at interviews (How To Books)

Cope, M. 2003 Personal networking: how to make your connections count, (Prentice Hall)

Cotterell, S. 2008 The Study Skills Handbook (Palgrave) Flynn, J. 2009 Research methods for the fashion industry,(Fairchild) Berlendi, 2011 The Role of Social Media within the Fashion Hyatt, H 2012 Platform: Get noticed in a Noisy World

UNIT TITLE Professional Preparation

Case Study Option Unit Code RFTX5008 Location UCA Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 7 weeks Credit Value 10 Total Learning Hours for Unit 100 Date of approval of this version

CONTENT This unit and the Placement option unit aims to prepare you for both your third year of study and your future career. You will be required to select either this unit or the Placement unit. The Case Study option offers the opportunity to study an aspect of the industry that you have identified as an area of interest, through the method of case study research. You will then undertake fieldwork into a self-selected topic or question. Using both primary research (in-depth interviews, observations, visual or audio documentation, questionnaires) and secondary research (historical research, contemporary debates, statistics).

The Case Study research should not only reinforce and expand your experience and knowledge of your chosen industry but also provide a foundation for the exploration of your future career options. You will critically analyse and evaluate your findings and present them in a professionally structured Case Study Report. You will be monitored and required to keep your tutors up to date with your progress whilst studying on the Case Study Option. You will be required to record your activities and time out on research on the myUCA blog, compiling information and about the company as well as your approach to the case study. In this way the unit prepares you for your third year by introducing you to current practice in the fashion textiles industry and an understanding of your chosen industry and particular career aspirations. AIMS The aims of this unit are to: A1 Develop skills in research, observation, analysis and evaluation to develop a deeper

understanding of their practice in a professional context A2 Explore personal career aspirations and develop technical and professional skills that

will promote employability A3 Develop knowledge and understanding of a professional context within which the

specialist subject is applied LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit the student will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of the fashion industry through

research and documentation

LO2 Document and demonstrate professional skills appropriate for employment LO3 Evidence the ability to relate educational and industrial experience to inform

professional development and future aspirations INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING HOURS No. of hours of scheduled activity 20 hours No. of hours of independent activity 80 hours No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Briefings • Industry Fieldwork • Placement Blog • Lectures, seminars, workshops • Individual and Group Tutorials • Library Workshops • Learning Material on myUCA • Summative Assessment

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1 – Assessment Components Assessment Component List all separate components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each component double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where applicable

Report 100%

A typical report will include: Statement evaluating future academic and career aspirations; CV dossier; Blog entries, describing project/case study experiences; Analysis of company profile, market level and operations; Plus Case study activity report

Report

2500 Words

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report 100% Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria ASSESSMENT CRITERIA CRITERION MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Evidence of an understanding of the structure and functions of the fashion industry

LO1, LO2

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Evidence of the application of knowledge gained on the course

LO2, LO3

Ability to reflect on and learn from experience to inform future academic and career development

LO3,

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Understanding of the principles of focused and methodological research and its formulation into an academic essay / case study

LO1,

Evidence of the development of presentation and transferable professional skills

LO2

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential

Author Date Title & publication details Kawamura, Y. 2011 Doing Research in Fashion and Dress (Berg) Gaimster, J. 2011 Visual Research Methods in Fashion (Berg) Francis, P. 2009 Inspiring Writing in Art and Design (Intellect) Recommended

Author Date Title & publication details Buchanan, David A. 2004 Organisational Behaviour: an introductory text, (Harlow).

Cullen, K. 2005 Letter Writing (Chambers) Grainger, M. 2010 The Fashion Intern (Fairchild) Middleton, J. 2005 High Impact CVs (Infinite Ideas) Sharp, G. 2002 A Guide to Working in Fashion (Heinemann) Verity, J. 2004 Succeeding at interviews (How To Books)

Cope, M. 2003 Personal networking: how to make your connections count, (Prentice Hall)

Cotterell, S. 2008 The Study Skills Handbook (Palgrave) Flynn, J. 2009 Research methods for the fashion industry,(Fairchild) Berlendi, 2011 The Role of Social Media within the Fashion Hyatt, H 2012 Platform: Get noticed in a Noisy World

UNIT TITLE Designs into Industry Unit Code RFTX5009 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration 9 weeks Credit Value 30 credits Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version CONTENT This unit will focus on the production of a design statement in the development of a capsule collection of printed design ideas for a specific market/company. The Unit focuses on a live project scenario in which a selected company profiles, product lines, promotion and branding as well as future markets are researched. There is strong team work element to the unit which reflects the professional skills acquired to work in a highly competitive industry. The presentation of a successful collection is only possible if individuals work together to produce a well-researched and professionally designed collection of products. Your understanding of your role within the group and your contribution to the group is important throughout this unit, working towards the production of a capsule collection. The collection might typically consist of hand printed or digitally rendered samples, accessory ideas, illustrations as well as printed garments and/or accessory samples. The planning, research, design and presentation of the collection will be supported by all students which helps to promote individual student strengths, this provides strong learning experiences for all students in the preparation for the final project in year three. Teamwork provides invaluable brainstorming exchanges for you to consider new angles that are needed to investigate the new fashion statements necessary for companies. This unit draws together each individual’s strengths and enables them to build upon these strengths, as well as offering the opportunity for each student to focus on the type of role they are considering as a career proposal for the future. It is important that each team member is able to provide comprehensive documentation and evaluation evidencing their individual role and contribution to the project. A key focus of this unit is on you as a professional designer and how you can present your ideas in a creative and inspirational format. A growing number of design companies are developing promotional strategies for product ranges, which include not only fashion and accessories but also lifestyle products, which embrace home, travel and wellbeing. Within the changing global climate, political, cultural and of course environmental issues are now important aspects of trend and forecasting. You will be encouraged to develop an understanding and awareness of fashion, style and culture through company profile research, brand identity and marketing. You should consider the influence of trend publications such as View, Bloom, Trend Union, Pantone Colour Selector and Peclers, which provide inspirational, accurate commercial fashion prediction to help companies and designers identify markets and build collections. These publications come in a variety of formats, some include fabric swatches, colour samples and photographs. Others such as Vision Print Trend contain entire print collections digitally; all provide inspiration and ideas which present strong direction to the viewer. Your designs into Industry work should offer a beautifully presented collection of images, which illustrate your design skills; ideas and aspirations informed by current markets, political, cultural and

environmental issues. An ability to research, assimilate information and design with contemporary relevance is extremely valuable whether you want to work for an established or emerging company, work as a freelance designer or set up your own label. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop skills working independently as well as in interacting within a team,

giving and receiving information and modifying responses where appropriate A2 To develop an awareness and analytical knowledge of how consumers, markets and

retailing influences the trends and design development process A3 To develop creative and technical competencies associated with ideas generation,

product development and explore new methods and finishes for contemporary fashion textile ideas

A4 To develop, organise and communicate, through both written and creative visual

methods, an effective presentation LEARNING OUTCOMES Students who complete this unit should demonstrate: LO1 An ability to complete and professionally present a range of outcomes through

effective independent working as well as contributing to team management LO2 Critical and analytical knowledge of fashion textile design and an understanding of

the relationship between consumer, market and retail environments LO3 An ability to source, select and evaluate research material to develop creative and

innovative products LO4 An ability to organise and communicate, through both written and creative visual

methods, an effective presentation

INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 135 No. of hours of independent activity 165 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise: The unit of study will typically include:

• Design project and print collection • Fabric awareness • Visual research project • Technical workshops in print • Illustrations and samples

And may utilise a combination of: • Demonstrations • Presentations • Studio talks • Group critiques • Peer learning • Independent study • Written records • Learning material on myUCA • Formative and Summative Assessment • Lectures and Seminars • Self and Peer Appraisal

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weigh-ting (%)

100%

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type

For each component

double click in the box to see

options. The options

equate to the assessment types

in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable

Portfolio Group tasks: Presentation ‘Pitch’; Research book; Market analysis presentation; Portfolio sheets; Range Planning

Portfolio

Individual tasks: Research and design sketchbook; Reflective learning journal Prototypes: Production sample/ production patterns; fabric development; swatches; engineered print templates; photographs; Portfolio: Illustrations and working drawings of final outcomes

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria ASSESSMENT CRITERIA CRITERION MAPS TO LEARNING

OUTCOMES Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes Contemporary and critical understanding of branding, marketing and consumer practices to meet specific outcomes

LO2

Understanding through Application of Knowledge Critical and reflective evaluation and interpretation of research sources

LO2, LO3

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Creative design development and alternative methodologies of producing contemporary fashion textiles

LO3, LO4

Demonstrating effective time management and self regulatory skills within a team

LO1, LO3, LO4

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential

Author Date Title & publication details Brannon, E.L. 2005 Fashion forecasting, Fairchild Diamond, Ellen. 2005 Fashion retailing : A multi-channel approach, Pearson/Prentice

Hall Ford, K. 2005 Brands laid bare : using market research for evidence-based

brand management, John Wiley Guerin, M. 2005 Creative fashion presentations, Fairchild Keen, Thomas R.

2003 Creating effective and successful teams, Ichor Business Books

Recommended

Author Date Title & publication details Keiser, Sandra K.

2003 Beyond design : the synergy of apparel product development, Fairchild

Martin, R. 2003 The tomorrow people: future consumers and how to read them, Prentice Hall

Quinn, Bradley 2009 Textile designers at the cutting edge, Laurence King Rath, Patricia Mink.

2008 The why of the buy: consumer behaviour and fashion marketing, Fairchild

Stone, M. (Ed.) 2004 Consumer insight: how to use data and market research to get closer to your customer, Kogan Page

Berlendi, 2011 The Role of Social Media within the Fashion Hyatt, H 2012 Platform: Get noticed in a Noisy World

PERIODICALS Bloom, Collezioni Trends, Crafts, Dazed and Confused, Drapers, Dressing, Elle, Provider, Selvedge, Textile Report, View, Viewpoint; French, English, Italian, American and L’ Uomo Vogue & Vogue Homme; Wallpaper, Wear Global.

TREND BOOKS Bloom, Jenkins, Peclers, Pantone View Colour Planner, Promostyl, View, Vision Print Trends.

Electronic research material www.vogue.com www.wgsn-edu.com www.style.com www.fashionwiredaily.com www.contemporaryfashion.net www.londonfashionweek.co.uk

Updated reference material will be provided in the unit handbook and will comprise of up to the minute on-line and media sources. The following therefore indicates core and definitive texts.

UNIT TITLE Developing Research and Critical Enquiry Unit Code RFTX5010 Location Rochester Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 13 weeks Credit Value 20 Total Learning Hours for Unit 200 Date of approval of this version

CONTENT The final year of the degree programme is an intensive and demanding experience in which skills and knowledge developed throughout the course of study are further tested and enhanced. In the third year you will have the choice of either completing the Thesis or Research for Industry. This unit provides space to consider the research and inquiry options available to you in the final year, and evaluate your future direction. Through exploration of a subject area related to either broader contextual issues, or a concern within the industry you aspire to work in, you will develop appropriate research skills applicable to your final year of study. The unit encourages a critical approach to evaluating a range of research material in order to identify appropriate and useful sources from which to develop your final year research enquiry. Furthermore through this research you will gain valuable insight into and knowledge of your chosen area of enquiry and related debates and concerns. The unit culminates in a literature review which analyses and evaluates relevant sources and a research journal to evidence critical engagement with research material and the process of research itself. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To provide an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the student’s

chosen topic area A2 To enable students to develop a more critical approach to selecting, analysing and

evaluating appropriate research sources. A3 To enable students to develop skills in synthesising a range of arguments derived

from relevant sources into a structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions.

A4 To enable students to develop abilities of critical reflection on research processes

and future direction. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the chosen topic area

LO2 Demonstrate a critical approach to selecting, analysing and evaluating appropriate research sources.

LO3 Demonstrate skills in synthesising a range of arguments derived from relevant

sources into a structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions.

LO4 Demonstrate abilities of critical reflection on research processes and future direction. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity4 13 No. of hours of independent activity 187 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Project briefing • Lectures • Workshops • Tutorials • Learning materials on my UCA

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate components

Weigh-ting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type For each

component double click in the box to

see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx word count where

applicable

Portfolio

100%

Essay and Journal

Portfolio

3000

44 This data is required for KIS. Further guidance about classification of ‘scheduled’ activity can be found in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes in Annex 5 of the QAH

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 0 Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

0 Written

Written assignment, including essay 0 Coursework

Report 0 Coursework

Dissertation 0 Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) 0 Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

0 Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation 0 Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

0 Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills 0 Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written 0 Coursework 100% Practical 0 Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION There should be at least one criteria against each learning outcome for the unit

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Knowledge of Contexts, Concepts, Technologies and Processes

Knowledge and understanding of the chosen topic area

LO1

Understanding through Application of Knowledge A critical approach to selecting, analysing and evaluating appropriate research sources

LO1, LO2

A critical reflection on research processes and future direction

LO1, LO4

Application of Technical and Professional Skills Synthesis of a range of arguments derived from relevant sources into a structured and coherent argument according to appropriate academic conventions.

LO1, LO2, LO3

REFERENCE MATERIAL5 Essential Cooper, S. & Patton, R. (2012) Writing Logically, Thinking Critically. (8th ed.). Boston: Pearson. Cottrell, S. (2011) Critical Thinking Skills: Developing Effective Analysis and Argument.(2nd ed.). Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. Feak, C.B. & Swales, S.M. (2009) Telling a Research Story: Writing a Literature Review. Michigan: University of Michigan Press. Kawamura, K. (2011) Doing Research in Fashion and Dress: An Introduction to Qualitative Methods. Oxford: Berg. Ridley, D. (2008) The Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students. London: Sage. Recommended Adamson, G. (ed.) (2009)The Craft Reader. Oxford: Berg. Black, S et al. (eds.) (2013)The Handbook of Fashion Studies. London: Bloomsbury. Gale, C. & Kaur, J. (2004) Fashion and Textiles: An Overview. Oxford: Berg. Hemmings, J. (ed.) (2012)The Textile Reader. Oxford: Berg. McNeil, P. & Karaminas, V. (eds.) (2009)The Men's Fashion Reader. Oxford: Berg. Welters, L. & Lillethun, A, (eds.) (2011)The Fashion Reader. Oxford: Berg.

5 Reference material should be in accordance with the Library & Learning Services guidance. Links are also provided in the Unit Descriptor Guidance Notes which form part of Annex 5 of the Quality Assurance Handbook.