Description:
This module represents the beginning stages of my independent practice-based research project.
I will identify an area of investigation, research it and begin a process of experimentation and critical reflection through practice-led independent study and peer learning, supported by group critique and individual tutorials.
The module involves a mid-review and final review, resulting in an initial body of work for assessment.
Module Aims:
This module aims to:
- Enable me to identify a field of practice-based research and experimentation and initiate a related photographic project
- Provide me opportunities to present my practice work formally and engage in critique
- Develop my appropriate technical skills
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of the module, I will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the issues and principles underpinning my photographic practice in a clear-written proposal supported by research (LO1)
- Initiate and produce an extended body of experimental work (LO2)
- Demonstrate the technical skills necessary to advance my practice (LO3)
- Demonstrate skills in the verbal articulation of my practice (LO4)
Content:
This module represents the beginning stages of my independent practice-based research project. This is understood as a sustained enquiry into a particular theme, issue or form of photographic practice.
Contemporary aesthetic, social or cultural issues including ones relating to politics, identity and the environment will be encouraged. I will:
- Begin to establish the parameters of my enquiry
- Develop a research dossier
- Develop a clear-written proposal
- Initiate an experimental process leading to the production of an initial body of work
This module leads up to the presentation of an initial body of work presented formally for critique at a Final Review, supported by a detailed research dossier (Part 1).
Teaching and Learning Activities:
I will be allocated a tutor and meet with them at regular intervals throughout the semester, either in a group or individually, in order to develop the body of work.
Technical advice and support will be available as appropriate.
An interim review of work in progress offering formative assessment will take place in the middle of the semester.
I will be supported in developing formal presentation skills.
The module will be supported by visiting lectures and a gallery visit.
The module will end with a final review involving a formal presentation by students.
Face-to-face learning:
- Introduction to the module
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Mid review
- Final review
Online learning:
Studentcentral: e.g. study material, emails, use of internet searches, formative assessment etc. electronic management of assessment (e-submission and written e-feedback)
Grade Centre
Online videos: e.g. Tate Shots, You Tube, BOB, Arts Council, Contemporary Art Society, Art 21, etc.
Online library: reading materials (journal articles, e-books, etc.)
Flipped classroom: independent study tasks online, followed up in tutorial groups.
Allocation of Study Hours:
Scheduled: 35
Guided Independent Study: 165
Total Study Hours: 200
Details of Assessment:
Task 1: Submission of a body of photographic work
To be produced in an appropriate form, e.g. display of prints, portfolio, gallery installation, projection.
LO2, LO3, LO4 (80%)
Task 2: Research Dossier Stage 1
- A written project proposal for Photography Research Project Stage 2 (1,000 words)
- An initial bibliography and list of research resources
- An annotated portfolio of visual resources/artworks, etc.
LO1 (20%)
The volume of the portfolio is to be agreed in consultation with my module tutor. The framework for its content is determined through formative assessment, while the independent study hours of the module will be indicative of my effort.
Credit Value: 20 credits
Jennie Meadows MA Photography 