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FIA6101-22-UOB-A Critique as Practice

This module enables an in-depth exploration of a topic of your choice and consolidation of knowledge and understanding. During this time you will carry out a literature review, identify a suitable methodology, collect and analyse information, discuss your findings and draw conclusions. This module provides opportunities to develop a critical, inquiring and reflective approach to an area of study, demonstrate originality and creativity, acquire research skills and gain experience in research practice. Graduate Attributes: Effective Communicator, Lifelong Learning

AAD6002-21-UOB-O Professional Practice and Self-Promotion

This module supports professional practice activities towards graduation, final exhibitions, and marketing yourself effectively in a global market. You will develop a progression plan and learn about current professional practice-related trends and debates within your discipline to help you direct your career. You will also produce professional visual and written promotional material to promote yourself and your work. You will learn how to give a professional pitch and interview skills, and will have the opportunity to have a mock interview or pitch. In addition, you will expand your knowledge of the commercial/work environment.

AAD6003-21-UOB-F Research in Context

This module develops and consolidates a student's ability to undertake a major research and writing project. It enables students to carry out an extended body of research on an agreed topic of their choice (appropriate to critical and contextual inquiry) relevant to Art and Practice, in conjunction with the supervisory team.

 The module will focus on the various approaches to research and the two main approaches of qualitative and quantitative will be explicated. Attention will be paid to ethical research practices and that students are aware of codes of practice including the utilisation of human participants, environmental and cultural concerns relevant to their topic. Research and study skills will include: how to manage your project (time, workload and record keeping), how to undertake effective literature searches including the use of digital sources, and lastly, effective communication through a written extended assignment (including critical evaluation). These skills will be developed within the context of the subject area resulting in critical inquiry of a text/image format, for example an extended essay or extended report. It will emphasise the cultural, historical, theoretical and conceptual elements as necessary.