UNIVERSITY OF KENT – MODULE SPECIFICATION
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The title of the module LZ038 Art & Design
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The Department which will be responsible for management of the module:
Centre for English and World Languages [CEWL]
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The Start Date of the Module: September 2011
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The number of students expected to take the module: 20
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Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module and
consultation with other relevant Departments and Faculties regarding the
withdrawal: None
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The level of the module: Level F [Foundation]
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The number of credits which the module represents: 60 credits
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Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern):
Autumn, Spring and Summer Terms
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Prerequisite and co-requisite modules: Co-requisite modules include: 1
subject modules selected from the options available on the
International Foundation Programme.
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The programmes of study to which the module contributes: International
Foundation Programme.
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The intended subject specific learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their
relationship to programme learning outcomes:
The programme enables students to:
(a) Investigate and differentiate between various physical forms and spatial
organisations and relationships [C.14; C.16]
(b) Experience the designed environment, and to represent and communicate
their observations [B.7; C.15; D.23]
(c) Relate designs to individual and social imperatives in order to formulate a
design brief [B.7; C.17; C.18; ]
(d) Engage in preliminary spatial design exercises [B.7; B.8; B.9; C.16]
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The intended generic learning outcomes and, as appropriate, their
relationship to programme learning outcomes:
The programme enables students to:
(a) Organise time efficiently, productively and meet given deadlines [D.24]
(b) Work independently [D.24]
(c) Communicate and comment on an individual design proposition [A3; B.7;
B.8; C.18; D.23]
(d) Criticise work at a fundamental level [A.3; B.9; C.16; C.18; D.23]
(e) Communicate clearly in English on design matters [A.3; B.7; B.8; B.9;
C.16; C.17; C.18; D.20; D.23; D.25]]
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A synopsis of the curriculum
This module provides students with an introduction to elementary spatial
design theory and practice. It prepares students for Stage One entry into
degree courses in architecture, interior design and interior architecture, in
addition to associated areas of design study.
Key curriculum areas:
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Observation (how to read spatial environments)
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Making (basic principles of construction of objects and
environments)
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Recording & communication (skills in freehand drawing, basic
workshop techniques for making maquettes, and photography)
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Formal manipulation through design projects (scale, the user,
synthesis of competing demands)
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Basic principles of design history
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Brief making and questioning
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Field trip
Indicative Reading List
Rasmussen, Steen Eiler, Experiencing Architecture (Cambridge,
Mass: MIT, 1962)
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Ching, Francis, Architecture: Form.Space& Order (London:
Wiley, 1995)
Risebero, Bill, The Story of Western Architecture (London :
Herbert, 2001)
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Learning and Teaching Methods, including the nature and number of
contact hours and the total study hours which will be expected of students,
and how these relate to achievement of the intended learning outcomes:
(a) Using a combination of formal and informal teaching, contact time
will be used to introduce key theoretical concepts, as well as discuss,
demonstrate and provide practical activities aimed at introducing and
developing a variety of skills. Guided self-study work and practice will
be used to further enhance practical skills. The aim of this work is to
make students confident to initiate, research, experiment with,
develop and communicate design proposals. The exercises provided
give students practical tasks to perform; these gradually widen their
understanding of spatial design.
(b) As a 60-credit module with a significant skills-based component,
students are expected to attend 7 hours of seminar, lecture &
architecture workshop sessions per week over 19 weeks and
complete 15.5 hours of private study per week over 30 weeks, a
total of 133 hours of seminar, lecture & workshop sessions and
a total of 467 hours of private study. (Total 600 hours)
(c) 5 six week time periods, spread over 30 weeks , comprising the
following subject areas:
i.History/theory and construction/manufacture.
ii.Observation and documentation.
iii.Systems of communication: drawings, scale, model making,
photography.
iv.Design project
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Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the
intended learning outcomes. Students must pass all components of the
foundation programme with 60% overall and 60% in the Design Module.
Assessment
Assessment
Details
Project 1 Observation/
Drawing /Presentation
Series of
observations
measurements
and sketches
compiled
between weeks
1-6
Series of
observations
measurements
and sketches
compiled
between weeks
7-10
Compilation of
design proposals,
models and a
final object
between weeks
13 and 18. Final
result is a working
container
Compilation of
design proposals,
models and a
final object
between weeks
19 and 23. Final
result is a chair
1200 words, plus
illustrations, on a
feature of the built
environment
Portfolio including
four items:
 Review of
projects 1-4
 Studio
work/drawings
 Personal
work/Drawings
Project 2 Observation/
Drawing/Presentation
Project 3 Brief making /
design / presentation
Project 4 Brief making/
design/ presentation
Illustrated written report
Portfolio
15-20 minute (oral)
Portfolio presentation
Relationship to
learning outcomes
on page 1
a, b, e, f
Weight
a, c, d, e, f
15%
a, b, e, f, g
20%
a, b, c, d, e, f
25%
b,c,e,f,g,h,i
15%
e,g,h
15%
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10%
 2 pieces of
short written
work
17 Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space:
No additional library or IT resources required. Studio space will be
provided by School of Architecture, and timetabled jointly. CEWL will
provide the teaching staff in consultation with the School of Architecture.
18 A statement confirming that, as far as can be reasonably anticipated, the
curriculum, learning and teaching methods and forms of assessment do
not present any non-justifiable disadvantage to students with disabilities.
The department recognises and has embedded the expectations of
SENDA, and supports students with a declared disability or special
(educational) need in its teaching, through the establishment of Inclusive
Learning Plans agreed between student, department and the Disability
Support Unit. We liaise with the Disability Support Unit in order to provide
specialist support where needed. Field trips will be organised with the
needs of any disabled students in mind.
19 A statement confirming that, as far as can be reasonably anticipated, the
curriculum, learning and teaching methods and forms of assessment do
not present any non-justifiable disadvantage to students with disabilities.
Statement by the Director of Learning and Teaching: "I confirm I have been
consulted on the above module proposal and have given advice on the correct
procedures and required content of module proposals"
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Director of Learning and Teaching
Date
Statement by the Head of Department: "I confirm that the Department has approved
the introduction of the module and will be responsible for its resourcing"
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Head of Department
Date
Minor Revision to module specification confirmed 08 May 2012