Fashion And Textile Design Masters - Framework

Course SpecificationCourse Summary Information1Course Title2BCU Course Code3Awarding Institution4Teaching Institution(s)Fashion and Textile Design MastersPT1118Birmingham City University(if different from point 3)5Professional Statutory orRegulatory Body (PSRB)accreditation (if applicable)6Course DescriptionEach route has its own webpage:Garment Technology 18-19)Fashion Design 9)Textile and Surface Design gn-ma-2018-19)These MA fashion courses bring together craftspeople, artists and designers with an interest instudio- and workshop-based practice. The diverse student group has the common desire toreflect upon and enhance their knowledge, understanding and skills in their own particular areaof specialisation and interest. We hope the changing nature of the creative sector, and theability of the student group to draw on a wide set of cultural references and experiences willmake this a highly involving and stimulating course for you. The staff represents a strongcombination of academic, research and professional practice backgrounds.In addition to the MA staff team providing subject expertise, you will attend a rich course ofguest speakers representing a broad range of roles from the Fashion and Textile Industry.These distinguished practitioners and professionals share their personal experiences and globalperspectives in various fashion and textile design roles that are relevant to your career. This willinform you of global perspectives of your discipline, develop your subject knowledge, andcultivate your critical comprehension of the subject. You will have exclusive access to personaldialogues with our course of Industry visitors. This group and one to one involvement withIndustry experts is an experience from which you as an individual or the whole group can learn.The Course philosophy addresses the increasing importance of analytical skills and your abilityto think and act tactically. The critical environment that you are introduced to, strongly andconsciously encourages your awareness of the relevance and purpose of your activities andhow they align to a medium-term, career or lifestyle perspective. This encourages you to thinkand behave in a professional manner and have some sense of purposefulness. In essence,through the acquisition of knowledge and experience, you develop a ‘self-help’ attitude and a‘self-diagnostic’ approach to your practice.1BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

77a7b89Course AwardsName of Final AwardMaster of Arts Fashion DesignMaster of Arts Textiles and Surface DesignMaster of Arts Garment TechnologyExit Awards and Credits AwardedPostgraduate Certificate Fashion DesignPostgraduate Certificate Textiles and Surface DesignPostgraduate Certificate Garment TechnologyPostgraduate Diploma Fashion DesignPostgraduate Diploma Textiles and Surface DesignPostgraduate Diploma Garment 0120120Derogation from the University RegulationsNot applicableDelivery PatternsMode(s) of StudyFull TimePart Time10LevelLocation(s) of StudyCity CentreCity CentreDuration of Study1 year2 yearsCode(s)PT1118PT1119Entry RequirementsThe admission requirements for this course are stated on the course page of the BCU website athttps://www.bcu.ac.uk/.2BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

11Course Learning Outcomes1Discuss the aesthetic sensibilities of contemporary design practice both in itself and in relation toindustrial and cultural traditions.Confidently articulate and communicate the nature and worth of your portfolio and interact withprofessional figures and companies in your chosen specialist area.Document and accurately explain a phase of creative research and investigation.Describe the relationship between a range of trade or cultural activities and practices related toyour portfolio.Develop and express complex arguments and facts related to your personal area of practice.Critically evaluate the work of others and apply that judgement to your own learning.Articulate a critical understanding of the professional factors related to your portfolio work andsamples.Undertake a strategic analysis of how to pursue a set of interrelated activities, including project,resource and time management related to an overarching set of goals and ambitions.Initiate, manage and complete creative projects independently and/or collaboratively.Communicate ideas clearly, accurately and effectively both orally and in writing with professionalfigures in your chosen specialist area.Demonstrate managerial, technical, aesthetic and conceptual excellence in the execution ofpractical work.Conduct independent research that relates to your own creative practice and apply practicalskills appropriate to your subject.Apply formal academic and professional research skills to an advanced level.Evaluate the relative merits of a range of practical and theoretical modes of enquiry in thedevelopment of a creative practice.Conceive research, prepare and present balanced arguments and reasoned judgements.Organise your work effectively and meet deadlines.23456789101112131415163BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

12Course Requirements12aLevel 7:In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the followingCORE modules (totalling 140 credits):Module CodeModule NameCredit ValueFAS7030FAS7034FAS7027ADM7000(OCC D)Portfolio 1Professional PracticeResearch StrategyMajor Project40202060In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 40credits from the following indicative list of OPTIONAL modules.Module CodeModule NameCredit ValueFAS7028FAS7031Garment Construction and TechnologyPortfolio 240404BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

12b Structure DiagramPlease note list of optional modules is indicative only. Students’ choice will not be guaranteed foroptional modules but a fair and transparent process will be adopted and shared with students.FTDMP Full-Time: OPTION 1Portfolio 1FAS7030ProfessionalPracticeFAS7034Core Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsPortfolio 2Research StrategyFAS7031FAS7027Optional Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsMajor ProjectADM7000 OCC DFaculty Module60 CreditsCore Module20 Credits5BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

FTDMP Full-Time: OPTION 2Portfolio 1FAS7030ProfessionalPracticeFAS7034Core Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsGarment Construction and TechnologyResearch StrategyFAS7028FAS7027Optional Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsMajor ProjectADM7000 OCC DFaculty Module60 CreditsCore Module20 Credits6BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

FTDMP Part-Time: OPTION 1Portfolio 1FAS7030ProfessionalPracticeFAS7034Core Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsPortfolio 2Research StrategyFAS7031FAS7027Optional Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsMajor ProjectADM7000 OCC DCore ModuleFaculty Module60 Credits20 Credits7BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

FTDMP Part-Time: OPTION 2Portfolio 1FAS7030ProfessionalPracticeFAS7034Core Module40 CreditsCore Module20 CreditsGarment Construction and TechnologyResearch StrategyFAS7028FAS7027Core Module20 CreditsOptional Module40 CreditsMajor ProjectADM7000 OCC DCore Module20 CreditsFaculty Module60 Credits8BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

13 Overall Student Workload and Balance of AssessmentOverall student workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning and assessment activity, with eachcredit taken equating to a total study time of around 10 hours. While actual contact hours may depend on theoptional modules selected, the following information gives an indication of how much time students will need toallocate to different activities at each level of the course. Scheduled Learning includes lectures, practical classes and workshops, contact time specified in timetableDirected Learning includes placements, work-based learning, external visits, on-line activity, Graduate ,peer learningPrivate Study includes preparation for examsThe balance of assessment by mode of assessment (e.g. coursework, exam and in-person) depends to someextent on the optional modules chosen by students. The approximate percentage of the course assessed bycoursework, exam and in-person is shown below.Level 7Workload% time spent in timetabled teaching and learning activityActivityScheduled LearningDirected LearningPrivate StudyTotal HoursNumber of Hours5406306301800Balance of AssessmentAssessment ModeCourseworkExamIn-PersonPercentage95%5%9BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018

BCU Course Specification PT1118 / PT1119 Fashion and Textile Design Masters V1.01 29/11/2018 Course Specification Course Summary Information 1 Course Title Fashion and Textile Design . Part Time City Centre 2 years PT1119 10 Entry Requirements The admission requirements for this course are stated on the course page of the BCU website at .