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Unit Title Unit Code Programme Credits Level Unit Status Contact Time Independent Study
Unit Title Unit Code Programme Credits Level Unit Status Contact Time Independent Study
Unit Title Unit Code Programme Credits Level Unit Status Contact Time Independent Study
In order to pass this Level 2 unit, students must show that the
following learning outcomes have been achieved:
Skills
Unit Learning
Outcomes 2. Reflect on industry practice in relation to the principles,
practices, theories and concepts learnt on the course; (LO2)
3. Research and write a profile of a company in the creative
industries; (LO3)
4. Communicate effectively in a manner appropriate to the
discipline(s) and report practical procedures in a clear and
concise manner in a variety of formats; (LO4)
5. Interact effectively within a team/learning group, giving and
receiving information and ideas and modifying responses
where appropriate. (LO5)
Teaching and
Learning This unit will make use of the following:
Strategies
• Informal pre-placement lectures and talks;
• Group seminars/tutorials;
• Experiential learning;
• Hands on experience of industrial design practice;
• Lectures/guidance from design practitioners;
• Guest lectures from industry.
Assessable
Elements The summative assessment will be comprised of the following three
elements of work:
• A Placement Report, analysing/debating the appropriateness
of the creative process and product in their
placement/engagement company. This will include the details
of the companies strategies and positioning in a complex and
changing industry;
• A Diary/Journal reflecting on the learning experience during
the placement/learning. This will be analytical and evaluative;
• An Oral and Visual Presentation to the peer group on what
has been learned.
Placement (or Industrial) Report
This will involve:
• An evaluation of company product and practice with
recommendation for future development;
• An evaluation of the appropriateness of the product within the
companies aims and competencies;
• The final report will be 2000 words in length, word processed
and bound.
Diary/Journal
This will involve:
• A day-to-day record of duties and responsibilities and factors
within the company affecting them;
• A personal evaluation of situated learning;
• An evaluation of current daily operational practices;
• Accompanying visuals that illustrate company practice;
• The Diary/Journal will be 1500 words in length.
Presentation
This will involve:
• An Oral and Visual summary of the work placement
experience;
• This will be 700 words in length and it is suggested that
students spend about 12 hours indicative preparation time.
Placement Report
• Make effective and correct use of language and terminology;
(LO4)
• Demonstrate practical experience of the world of work; (LO1)
• Developed skills in research, analysis and critical reflection;
(LO3)
• Demonstrate the exploration of creative solutions to problems
identified. (LO1, LO2)
Diary/Journal
• Investigate, analyse, interpret, reflect and develop ideas and
Assessment information; (LO2)
Criteria • Accommodate ambiguity, uncertainty and unfamiliarity and
plan and manage personal development in these contexts;
(LO1, LO2)
• Work effectively and collaboratively with others, in a team and
across disciplinary boundaries. (LO1)
Presentation
• Describe the structure of the fashion related industry and the
roles of the practitioners they meet within it; (LO4)
• Communicate and explain their experience as a responsible
member of their peer group; (LO5)
• Articulate their ideas and information comprehensibly in
visual, oral and written forms and present ideas and work to a
variety of audiences. (LO5)