SM5F03 - Specialist Research and Practice (2024/25)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2024/25 | ||||||||||||||||
| Module title | Specialist Research and Practice | ||||||||||||||||
| Module level | Intermediate (05) | ||||||||||||||||
| Credit rating for module | 30 | ||||||||||||||||
| School | School of Computing and Digital Media | ||||||||||||||||
| Total study hours | 300 | ||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||
| Assessment components |
|
||||||||||||||||
| Running in 2024/25(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) | No instances running in the year |
Module summary
This unit offers the creative space where learners, having reached a level of sustained independent self-development, can make a definitive personal statement about their specialist practice. The module marks a point of arrival in the continuing journey towards a recognisable identity as a digital media practitioner. Students will research in detail an aspect of digital media, and produce a substantial piece of work, drawing on the skills developed over the earlier modules. Individual ainnovationis encouraged as the briefwill be negotiated between the student and tutor, and the chosen development approach will originate from the student.
Prior learning requirements
none
Module aims
This module aims to
•
• Support and develop skills in research and critical evaluation of an area of digital media practice
• Facilitate the development and production of a digital media artefact
• Develop skills in critical analysis and self-reflection
Syllabus
An indicative programme of study covers the following:
• specialist research methods
• literature review
• researching the chosen topic
• design research
• negotiating and developing an idea
• sourcing and evaluating relevant information
• identifying resources and skills needed for the chosen project
• concept development
• planning and management issues
• costing and time scheduling
• evaluation techniques
Learning and teaching
The teaching and learning will take the form of weekly open workshop sessions where the students will have access to technical support and assistance during the research and production process. In addition a series of individual tutorials will provide support and guidance in project management and other surrounding issues. Students are expected to manage their own learning in terms of defining their own topic, and managing time and resources. Moodle will be used as a platform to facilitate communication, monitor and track progress. Presentations of work in progress will be scheduled to facilitate peer feedback.
Learning outcomes
knowledge and understanding:
1. Research an area of specialism within the field of digital media
cognitive intellectual skills:
2. Critically analyse and evaluate current developments and practices in an aspect of digital media
3. Develop and present a proposal for a substantial specialist practice project
transferable skills including those of employability and professional practice:
4. Confidently present work
subject-specific practical skills:
5. Apply design and production skills to a develop an area of specialist practice
Bibliography
Deuze, M. (2007) Media Work; Polity
Foerster, A. and Kreuz, P. (2007) Different Thinking;Kegan Page
Gigi Durham, M. and Kellner, D. (Eds) (2006) Media and Cultural Studies; Blackwell Publishing
Horine, M. (2005) Absolute Beginners Guide to Project Management, Hospitality; Haworth
Seguin, J. and Hope Culver, S. (2011) Media Career Guide: Preparing for Jobs in the 21st Century; Bedford St. Martin's
Shayne,G. (2000) 90 Days to Launch. Internet projects on time and on budget; John Wiley and Sons
Winner, J. and Dominick, R. (2010) Mass Media Research: An introduction; Brooks-Cole, Wokingham