In this industry focussed module, spanning two trimesters, you will identify a specific area of professional knowledge, skill or expertise that you intend to study in-depth in order to enhance your mastery of your subject.You will identify and undertake a public-facing project that builds upon the skills and specialism of your disciplinary programme, You will agree a schedule of activity and progress that maps onto your stated aims in the Learning Agreement. This may include a self generated placement, a simulated work-based placement to test and develop commercial proposals, or a research or knowledge exchange partnership that supports an extended collaborative project with external partner(s).You will negotiate an individual Learning Agreement with the module leader to define an appropriate level of design output commensurate with Level 11 study. You will develop a distinct and self-directed research approach which will be agreed with the teaching team and will be supported through one-to-one project supervision, peer review and formative assessment.The schedule and outcome of activities will be agreed with the teaching team prior to the start of the module. The proposed project must contribute to the attainment of a research-led innovative outcome that contributes to the discipline in both its research and practice.You will critically analyse and evaluate your learning experiences and activities in creative practice and present your findings in a portfolio of creative or strategic professional work that has been agreed in the Learning Agreement. This will be supported by a reflective report of 5000 words. Within the portfolio and report, you will identify your specific contribution to each learning activity or element of creative practice you have undertaken and how it delivers the learning outcomes or professional competencies that you are aiming for. The student-centred learning on this module is supported by the development of an individual Learning Agreement. In this Learning Agreement you will identify how you propose to develop your portfolio through the use of a reflective framework.
LO1: Exercise appropriate judgement in the creation of a learning agreement that critically engages with the student's professional development.LO2: Plan, manage, execute and evaluate a major piece of design research that complements the student's professional development.LO3: Critically appraise their own independent learning and performance.LO4: Demonstrate and communicate a critical awareness of the efficacy of their work and professional development.