FH1S53 - Photography and the Real 03 Jul 2020 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | FH1S53 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Photography and the Real | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Fashion, Marketing and Photography | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Photography | ||
| Module Leader: | Magali Nougarede | ||
| Module Team: | Jude Wall, Jessica Emanuel, Peter Britton, Kathleen Evans, Paul Woffenden, Peter Bobby, Ian Wiblin, Steven Wright | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2020 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100063 - photography | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 03 Jul 2020 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
This module aims:
To generate ideas in response to a brief, and develop and refine them through a process of experimental practice, reflection and evaluation and so to be aware of the different elements that create meaning in a photograph.
To build understanding and references around notions of truth and the real in photographic representation, in relation to historical and contemporary photographic contexts.
To apply practical, analytical and self-reflective skills in the development and delivery of practical project work, particularly through the use of monochrome photography and basic lighting techniques.
To demonstrate an understanding of the need to organise resources, manage workloads and meet set deadlines through effective time management and to interact effectively with others through engagement, contribution and general studentship.
Content Summary
This introductory module is designed to help students begin their journey as independent practitioners using photography as a means of expression and communication.
Using a wide array of examples from historical and contemporary photographic contexts, the module introduces the fundamental question of the photographic medium and its relationship to ‘truth’ and the ‘real’.
Aimed at challenging preconceptions about the way students perceive reality and their understanding of photographic representation, this module promotes an exploration of photography as a visual language.
As a fundamental building block to image making, a strong emphasis will be placed on learning basic technical skills in camera-ship and exposure and black and white techniques. This module is intended to lay key practical and critical skills, enabling students to take their first steps towards the development of their own individual visual voice.
Through briefing lectures, group reviews, individual tutorials, workshops and their own research, students will be asked to critically examine issues surrounding the portrayal of truth and the real in photographic representation.
This module contains a six-week immersive learning element.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 10 |
| Seminar | 10 |
| Tutorial | 1 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 12 |
| Independent Study | 125 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of representation within photography utilising a self-defined concept and related outputs. |
| LO2 | Be able to underpin this outcome through an emerging understanding of visual language, as well as relevant visual and academic references. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Assessment (CW) | Practical Coursework 2 | Research journal/blog - research underpinning to practice outcomes. | 0 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
| Practical Assessment (CW) | Practical Coursework 1 | Project outcome - photographic images based on ideas of 'relationship'. | 0 | N/A | 80 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |