Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for BA (Honours) Graphic Design 1. Programme title BA (Honours) Animation 2. Awarding institution Middlesex University 3. Teaching institution Middlesex University 4. Programme accredited by N/A 5. Final qualification BA (Honours) Animation 6. Academic year 2013/14 7. Language of study UK English 8. Mode of study Full-time / Part-time 9. Criteria for admission to the programme See the University Regulations for specific criteria for admissions to the University. Selection of students for all levels of the programme is based on evidence of ability demonstrated by a portfolio of art and design work at interview. In addition it is recommended that students applying to join level one of the programme have completed a Foundation Course in art and design, or relevant BTEC National Diploma Course. The standard academic qualification for entry to level one of the programme are: 5 subjects passed at GCSE (Maths and English at C or above) with 2 subjects passed at A level corresponding to 160 points and above or equivalent qualifications or prior experience. The standard academic qualification for direct entry into levels two or three should be: A Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree in an appropriate subject or a level one certificate from another BA programme in an appropriate subject. Applications from mature students, over 21 years of age at the time of admission, without formal qualifications or with relevant professional experience or non-standard qualifications are welcomed. Selection of students for all levels of the programme is based on evidence of ability demonstrated by a portfolio of art and design work. Relevant work and ‘life’ experience will also be taken into consideration. All applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate appropriate language skills. The required standard is an IELTS grade of 6.00 or equivalent. It is
learning logs, crits, assessed at end of term exhibitions, showreel& portfolio presentations (4). B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: Apply critical analysis and articulate animation problems Develop imaginative and individual creative solutions to communication assignments by use of a structured process Use relevant criteria to articulate, discuss, criticise and evaluate their own and others creative decisions Develop cutting edge effective of production and processes presentation Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through presentations by professional practitioners, practical group coursework assignments involving external visits and interviews with practitioners, originating and delivering presentations to peer groups with accompanying written synopsis (1-2), lectures, seminars, individual research, critical essays and practical coursework assignments (3), demonstrations and practical coursework in studio and specialist workshops areas (4). Assessment Method Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by practical coursework (1-4), presentation of outcomes to peer groups, written reports in support of practical work (4). C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: use sequential moving images to effectively and imaginatively communicate information, ideas and arguments, realise and prepare animation for presentation through a variety of processes to a professional level use design industry standard computer applications proficiently, operate safely, competently and effectively in specialist workshop areas and with technology: design and animation software and hardware, video Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through practical coursework assignments which are supported by small peer group seminars encouraging discussion and feedback of each stage in the development of solutions (1-2), introductory workshops focused on developing initial skills, to enable further self directed learning through practical coursework assignments (3), inductions and demonstrations by technical and academic staff in specialist workshop areas (4). Assessment Method