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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Industry Work Based Placement | |||
Reference | AA3307 | Version | 8 |
Created | March 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
Approved | July 2002 | SCQF Points | 60 |
Amended | July 2023 | ECTS Points | 30 |
Aims of Module | |||
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The aim of industrial experience is to provide the student with the opportunity to apply the subject specific skills, knowledge and understanding, as well as personal transferable skills, acquired on the course, to the real world environment of work. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Demonstrate planning and organisational skills. |
2 | Apply subject specific skills, knowledge and understanding acquired on the course to a workplace situation. |
3 | Demonstrate professional, interpersonal and communication skills to a workplace situation. |
4 | Discuss the function and structure of the organisation in which they are placed. |
5 | Critically reflect on the placement experience in relation to their emerging strengths and career ambitions. |
Indicative Module Content |
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The precise nature and content of each placement will vary depending on the type of company or organisation, however the role and responsibilities to be undertaken by the student are expected to closely relate to their academic experience, skills and knowledge. A learning contract is drawn up by academic and company staff and the student in advance of the placement. This will outline the scope of the role, the likely range of work experience and expectations by the conclusion of the placement. Completed theoretical and practice-based project work should evidence an awareness and consideration of sustainable themes in a manner appropriate to the context of the discipline. |
Module Delivery |
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Delivery is by full time, on the placement activities which may include specific staff development training or workshops. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | N/A | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | N/A | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | 600 | N/A |
TOTAL | 600 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body | 600 |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Description: | Submission of a portfolio of art and design work evidencing activities carried out during the placement. |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
In order to pass the module you need to achieve an overall grade D or above. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | A in Component 1. |
B | B in Component 1. |
C | C in Component 1. |
D | D in Component 1. |
E | E in Component 1. |
F | F in Component 1. |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | None. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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Students will be guided towards particular readings relevant to the individual projects and will be encouraged to keep abreast of contemporary issues occurring in their specialist areas. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | BOWDEN, J., 2008. Writing a report: how to prepare, write and present effective reports. 8th Ed. Oxford: How to Books. ebook. |
2 | DELPHIAN, 2020. Navigating the Art World: Professional Practice for the Early Career Artist. Delphian Gallery (2nd edition) |
3 | FANTHOME, C., (2004) Work placements - a survival guide for students. Hampshire, Palgrave Macmillan. |
4 | HATWOOD, M., 2019. The Artist's Handbook: Artist/Gallery Relationships + Digital Promotion. Independent Publishing. |
5 | PRECARIOUS WORKERS BRIGADE, 2017. Training for Exploitation? Politicising Employability + Reclaiming Education. Journal of Aesthetics + Protest Press, London. |