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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Work Experience (Fine Art or Design Context) | |||
| Reference | AA3309 | Version | 1 |
| Created | March 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
| Approved | July 2023 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| To provide the student with the opportunity to apply their knowledge, understanding and personal transferable skills acquired in the relevant programme of study to real world projects and business activities; and, to critically examine the relationship between education, work and the cultural economy. Key areas of learning will involve: workplace professionalism, team working, communication and collaboration, punctuality, development of new skills and acquired knowledge in relation to the workplace and the Creative Industries. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Demonstrate skills, attitudes and professional behaviours appropriate to the workplace. |
| 2 | Review their own strengths, weaknesses and opportunities as future professionals in the Creative Industries. |
| 3 | Formulate an understanding of the workings of a Creative Industries organisation, contributing to its operation and development. |
| 4 | Interpret theories, methods, models, concepts and principles acquired within the programme of study to the workplace environment. |
| 5 | Demonstrate evidence of critical reflection on work experiences and new learning with regards to knowledge, skills and abilities required for effective working in the workplace. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| In accordance with the Learning Contract, the student will be fully involved in appropriate activities within a Creative Industries organisation relevant to their degree of study. This will notionally involve working 1 day per week in the organisation for a period of 10 weeks (one semester) or a 3-week block of 4-day activity; and can include self-directed prep time up to 1 day per week. At the end of the module, the student is required to submit a digital portfolio that critically reflects on their placement experience in relation to new skills, attitudes and behaviours learned in the workplace. The module is available to students in Stage 3, Semester 2 study. Completed project work should evidence an awareness and consideration of sustainable themes in a manner appropriate to the context of the discipline/sector. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Delivery is by means of on-the-job training at the partnership organisation supported by tutorial sessions delivered by academic staff. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 10 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 50 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | 90 | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body | 90 |
| 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: | Digital Portfolio | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | An A in C1 |
| B | A B in C1 |
| C | A C in C1 |
| D | A D in C1 |
| E | An E in C1 |
| F | An F in C1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| A Bibliography specific to the student's individual needs will be agreed with tutors. In addition the student will be guided to further sources of information relevant to this module through CampusMoodle. These may typically include web-based materials, journals, video and presentations. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | PRECARIOUS WORKERS BRIGADE, 2017. Training for Exploitation, Politicising Employability + Reclaiming Education. Journal of Aesthetics + Protest Press. |
| 2 | DELPHIAN, 2020. Navigating the Art World: Professional Practice for the Early Career Artist. Delphian Gallery (2nd edition). |
| 3 | BOWDEN, J., 2008. Writing a Report: How to prepare, write and present effective reports. 8th Ed. Oxford: How to Books. ebook. |
| 4 | FANTHOME, c., 2004. Work Placements - a survival guide for students. Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillan. |
| 5 | HATWOOD, M., 2019. The Artist's Handbook: Art/Gallery Relationships + Digital Promotion. Independent Publishing. |