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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Three Dimensional Design: Self - Directed Projects
Reference AA4500 Version 2
Created April 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved August 2012 SCQF Points 90
Amended August 2017 ECTS Points 45

Aims of Module
To facilitate and support the student to undertake a substantial programme of self-directed study that confirms their chosen direction, practice and ambitions within an appropriate professional context, leading to a sustainable creative career.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Develop a self initiated and directed design project(s) proposal within an appropriate contextual framework.
2 Apply a personal conceptual, critical and analytical framework to self directed design project.
3 Select and apply appropriate practical studio and workshop methods to self directed study at a level approaching professional Three Dimensional Design practice.
4 Apply appropriate research and design methodologies and technologies to self - directed design project(s)at a level approaching professional Three Dimensional Design practice.
5 Manage a programme of self directed study, project scheduling and project management at a level approaching professional practice.

Indicative Module Content
The module requires each student to carry out a personal self managed programme of design work. The student is expected to evidence their resolved design solutions through the production of a range of work which demonstrates the application of design methodologies, studio practice, processes and technologies appropriate to their defined specialist pathway and project, addressing the issues identified in the project proposal at a level approaching professional practice.

Module Delivery
The module is self directed, and is studio and lab/workshop based with tutorial support on a scheduled and appointment basis. The module may require off site support from collaborating industrial/professional partners.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 160 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 740 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 900 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
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 resolved 2D and/or 3D self directed design project work and supporting portfolio of all research and development work produced within the module. This would typically include workbooks, visual diaries, drawing and visualisation, digital files and on line resources, samples, models, macquettes, documentation and any other relevant materials.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
In order to pass the module you need to achieve a D or above.
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.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Students will also be guided towards particular readings/publications/websites relevant to and supportive of their Self-Directed Projects.

Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781