Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- how to apply the skills needed to practice professionally in textile design
- how to utilise sources to further your design development
- industry practice and professional design and different market levels informed by your research.
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- apply methods of enquiry and critical evaluation to demonstrate your ideas
- test, evaluate and develop your creative ideas and practical skills within your discipline
- use your research to develop higher levels of resolved ideas to align with the textile industry
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- utilise presentation skills in an increasingly professional way
- employ a critical approach to your practical skills in order to develop more refined and resolved design outcomes
- study independently and manage your time effectively, work to deadlines
- communicate ideas effectively in a variety of written, visual and digital formats
- utilise a wide range of learning resources including digital skills to inform your practice
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- explore and apply materials, techniques and processes, to a higher level and relevant industry context
- evidence your progression of increasingly ambitious experimentation.
- work and use machines and equipment safely in the studios and workshops with increased competence
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wider reading or practice | 30 |
| Completion of assessment task | 90 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 90 |
| Follow-up work | 100 |
| Tutorial | 30 |
| Lecture | 10 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 30 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 70 |
| Total study time | 450 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
WSA Creative Services: Students can access a wide range of 2D and 3D printing and laser cut facilities..
The Academic Skills Library page for study skills support. http://library.soton.ac.uk/sash
Academic Integrity issues. http://library.soton.ac.uk/sash/what-is-academic-integrity
Harvard citing and referencing systems, including citethemright online resource. http://library.soton.ac.uk/sash/referencing
Digital Learning resource for students to access digital support and tutorials. www.lynda.com
Blackboard. http://blackboard.soton.ac.uk Panopto via Blackboard An on-going relevant reading list to specific projects will be listed on the project brief/s and available on blackboard
Textbooks
Russell Alex (2011). The Fundementals of Printed Textile Design. AVA Academia.
Briggs-Goode. A (2013). Printed Textile Design. Laurence King Publications.
Quinn, Bradley (2009). Textile Designers at the Cutting Edge. Laurence King.
Clarke, S, (2011). Textile Design. Laurence King Publications.
Brown Carol (2013). Knitwear Design. London: Laurence King.
Donofrio-Ferrezza, Lisa (2008). Designing a knitwear collection: from inspiration to finished garments. Fairchild Books.
Assessment
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Portfolio Development
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback:
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Portfolio | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Portfolio | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal