FA2S1-Part 2 Studio including Career Management Skills

Module Provider: Art
Number of credits: 80 [40 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites: FA1ART Art Studio
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded:
Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Ms Tina O'Connell
Email: t.oconnell@reading.ac.uk

Module Co-convenor: Prof John Russell
Email: j.a.russell@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:
The module aims to provide students with the opportunity to identify and investigate particular (individual) interests and concerns through practical engagement in the studio, and through related research; to develop the capacity for self criticism through informed debate and to develop confidence in students' ability to recognise, research and use working processes relevant to their developing practice. The module also aims to allow students to develop the skills necessary to use at least one form of visual documentation, and to develop self-awareness in the context of career decision making, knowledge of the career opportunities that are available to them and the skills to make effective applications.

Aims:
- provide a framework, both practical and intellectual, for the development of an independent art practice
- foster in each student a critical awareness and understanding of contemporary art and its contexts
- develop students informed interest in the subject, enhance creativity and independence of thought through the provision of a supportive learning environment
- promote collaborative and independent learning
- initiate independent learning with potential and ability for continued professional practice, creative and intellectual development

Assessable learning outcomes:

By the end of the module it is expected that students will be able to:

1. Provide evidence of self-directed, purposeful experimentation and inquiry. [DEVELOPMENT]


2. Demonstrate an informed, effective and skillful use of materials, techniques and ideas. [PRODUCTION]


3. Show evidence of imaginative and critical engagement with relevant cultural and/or other contexts. [RESEARCH]


4. Make an informed and considered selection of work that is effectively presented with appropriate methods. [PRESENTATION]


5. Demonstrate informed decision-making and reflective development, with a clear position and sense of ownership in relation to the work, its context and intentions. [REFLECTION]

Additional outcomes:
This module also aims to enable students to develop transferable skills, organise time productively, develop communication skills and effectiveness in group situations. Students will also develop their IT skills by use of relevant web resources, and develop business awareness.

Outline content:
Students will build upon their achievement from Part 1. They will make the first steps toward the development of a personal practice. They will extend their experience of materials and relevant technology and develop critical skills. They will question the relationship of intention to outcome. Issues of presentation will be identified. Students will consider different methods for documentation of studio work. Introduction to individual studio practice through group and individual tutorials, studio seminars and skill demonstrations, workshops and lectures. Technical assistance and instruction through workshops and demonstrations and occurs throughout the year during tutorials at the student's request. Directed visits to museums and galleries. Introduction to Career Learning. Module is assessed by a presentation of work, statement and documentation of coursework. There are two types of assessment, an Interim and a Part assessment. Interim Assessments are formative and take place mid-module where a diagnostic mark is achieved alongside self assessment, written and verbal feedback.

Global context:
Students are introduced to the exchange programmes and can apply for the following years study. The nature of art practice and the study of art is not geographically specific and contemporary art is considered within a international context.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

In the first weeks of the Autumn Term students receive guided project support to induct them into the studio environment and into working independently. During the term-time teaching staff are available from Monday to Friday to further guide students in the development of self-initiated working. The nature of tutorial discussions are framed within the key assessment criteria. Through tutorial meetings students are encouraged to reflect upon how to progress their work, develop their understand ing of materials and techniques, identity relevant artistic practices and to consider the role of presentation. During the Autumn and Spring term students can sign up for Material Sessions where they can learn and develop skills in a range of different media. Each student is assigned an Academic Tutor and who will over see their progress, monitor their engagement with the studio teaching program and direct them to enrol on the appropriate Material Session. In weekly studio seminars student learn about documentation, writing an artist statement and the different assessment criteria. From the weekly visiting Artist Lecture program students learn about the diversity of relevant contemporary art practices. In the Autumn and Spring term students learn the value of collaborative work through making exhibitions and this also supports their understanding of presentation for the Formative and Summative Assessments. In addition to the feedback received from the studio tutorial program students r eceive feedback from both assessments which enables students to identify strengths and weaknesses in their art practice.

Summative assessment- Examinations:

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

Number and length of final examination(s):  One week

1.         Exhibition of artwork

2.         Documentation

3.         Statement

In the Summer Term students will stage an exhibition of selected work for summative assessment. Performances and film screenings are timetabled for assessment.

This will be accompanied by updated visual Documentation of work produced during the module and a 500 word Artist Statement submitted via Turnitin on Blackboard.

Formative assessment methods:
Interim assessments are formative and take place mid module where a diagnostic mark is achieved alongside self assessment, written and verbal feedback

Penalties for late submission:

The Support Centres will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:

Assessments with numerical marks

• where the piece of work is submitted after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of three working days;
• the mark awarded due to the imposition of the penalty shall not fall below the threshold pass mark, namely 40% in the case of modules at Levels 4-6 (i.e. undergraduate modules for Parts 1-3) and 50% in the case of Level 7 modules offered as part of an Integrated Masters or taught postgraduate degree programme;
• where the piece of work is awarded a mark below the threshold pass mark prior to any penalty being imposed, and is submitted up to three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline), no penalty shall be imposed;
• where the piece of work is submitted more than three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.

Assessments marked Pass/Fail

• where the piece of work is submitted within three working days of the deadline (or any formally agreed extension of the deadline): no penalty will be applied;
• where the piece of work is submitted more than three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension of the deadline): a grade of Fail will be awarded.

The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/cqsd/-/media/project/functions/cqsd/documents/qap/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf

You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.

Assessment requirements for a pass:
A mark of 40% in assessed coursework and Career Learning assignments

Reassessment arrangements:
Individually prescribed coursework to be presented and reassessed in August/ September.

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

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5) Computers and devices with a particular specification: 

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Last updated: 27 June 2024