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VCO401: Cross Disciplinary Practice

Module Title	Cross Disciplinary Practice
Module Code	VCO401
Module Tutor	Nick Pride
School	Art and Design
CAT Points	30
Level of Study	7
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
Restrictions	None
Brief Description	This practical module provides opportunity to broaden and extend parameters of practice through the application of a cross disciplinary approach to the resolution of a negotiated brief. Students will communicate an idea or message employing various disciplines, for example photography, graphic design, illustration, animation, achieving finished outcomes in each area. On completion students should have developed knowledge and understanding of the synergies and relationship between word/image/narrative/moving and still images.
Indicative Syllabus	This module introduces a cross disciplinary approach to practical work. Students initially propose a subject or message which will provide the core theme for exploration and evaluation into ways in which it is transformed and changed when addressed through a series of practical outcomes achieved in different subject areas such as Illustration; Animation; Graphic Design; Photography. The presentation of the physical outcomes from each area may include a book, screen based images and moving image. Similarities such as the addressing of narrative, sequence, audience and the final presentation will recur through the rotation. Conversely more distinctive and particular issues of the different forms of visual representation such as moving image, scale of image, typography, layout, and multiple or single images will become apparent as the module progresses. The module should provide a challenging and stimulating experience and on completion an opportunity to reflect on a breadth of visual, intellectual, conceptual and technical skills acquired through the cross-disciplinary approach.
Learning Outcomes	On successful completion of the module the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to: research and synthesize material from a range of sources to assist in the production of ideas and creative solutions confidently write a proposal for a coherent body of practical work critically evaluate the cultural and artistic influences affecting the reception and reading of images apply informed judgement in exploring the possibilities and appreciating constraints involved in the production of practical outcomes work confidently and with independence in communicating ideas and personal vision to a broad audience through the visual language of a number of different disciplines apply an independent and self-critical approach to learning and professional development. employ a highly developed sense of critical judgement and analysis when assessing the aesthetic qualities, the fitness for purpose, the communication values, technical viability, and environmental considerations of practical solutions to problem solving implement a range of advanced practical skills competently and appropriately. embrace new ideas and technologies, whilst using traditional skills and production methodologies for appropriate purposes
Learning and Teaching Activities	Staff / student contact: 20% (lectures, tutorials including two weekend workshops) Student directed learning: 80% Total study time: 300 hours.
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)	001: 20% Coursework: Standard: 1800 words or equivalent 002: 80% Coursework: Portfolio: 7200 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements	None
Indicative Resources	The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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