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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Independent Studio Practice
Reference AA4701 Version 2
Created June 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved August 2012 SCQF Points 90
Amended August 2017 ECTS Points 45

Aims of Module
To support students in demonstrating their artistic independence by undertaking a sustained period of self-directed enquiry. To enable students to demonstrate an effective working practice in which there is a dynamic correlation / interdependency between research, development, resolution, context and theory. To enable students to produce a body of work and its subsequent professional presentation through exhibition.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Identify, adapt or invent research methods as determined by personal studio practice and relevant to the context of Contemporary Art Practice.
2 Demonstrate the ability to engage in the critical, conceptual and imaginative generation, exploration and development of a range of related ideas.
3 Demonstrate an effective working knowledge of preferred materials, processes and technologies as wholly determined by personal ideas and intentions.
4 Produce a body of resolved artwork that is representative of personal artistic vision.
5 Exercise autonomy, participation and commitment to sustained independent practice.

Indicative Module Content
This module focuses on providing students with an extended period of self-directed studio practice, engaging with the behaviours, activities and energies that an artist would normally be expected to demonstrate in preparation for an exhibition. Students are responsible for their 'daily studio activity' in terms of both time and project management. The duration of the module enables students to undertake 'deep' and rigorous research to fuel sustained enquiry in the exploration, testing and development of ideas through appropriate materials, methods, technologies and contexts as determined by their emerging practice. Studio critiques and a 'pre-degree' exhibition provide opportunities to present resolved work as the focus for peer discussion and critical dialogue. The development of artworks within this studio module informs and is, in return, informed by both Critical and Contextual Studies and Professional Skills Modules.

Module Delivery
This module is completed through independent practice supported by individual tutorials, studio dialogue and group critique. Studio activity is complemented by lectures, seminars and supported by materials on CampusMoodle. Students are supported by a tutor from their 'core' studio but may periodically meet with tutors from any of the CAP studios. Peer interaction is facilitated informally within the studio environment and formally through scheduled studio critiques. Optional study trips to local, national and international venues are available. Students are expected to be proactive in visiting relevant exhibitions and events relative to individual studio practice.

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: Presentation of resolved artwork/s in a professional exhibition space and supporting folio of all research and development work produced within the module (including workbooks, notebooks, drawings, visualisation, documentation and any other relevant material).

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 There is no standard Bibliography for this module. Students will indentify (and be guided towards), a range of texts relevant to their emerging studio practice. These will typically include textbooks, journals and online resources written by artists, critics, historians, curators, theorists and philosophers.

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