AA4D11 - Major Project: Animation 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AA4D11 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Major Project: Animation | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Culture and Animation | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Animation | ||
| Module Leader: | Gerald Emanuel, Nick Hood | ||
| Module Team: | Matthew Gravelle, Stan Evens, Leon Dexter, Brian Fagence, Graham Griffiths, Jonathan Edwards, Leonie Sharrock, Sarah Llewellyn, Emma Marshman | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2021 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
Enable students to:
Create and complete an agreed body of work that exhibits a sophisticated understanding of their chosen specialist area and role.
Develop an advanced understanding of industry methodologies and key theories relevant to their future career goals.
Utilise, consolidate and extend their capabilities through detailed research activity and critical evaluation of their work.
Content Summary
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the opportunity to complete their major project proposal that fully exhibits their technical, aesthetic and intellectual abilities in relation to their chosen specialism.
Further guidance and support will be provided during a series of seminar sessions, demonstrations and individual tutorials with relevant tutors.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 6 |
| Seminar | 12 |
| Tutorial | 6 |
| Project supervision | 2 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 6 |
| Independent Study | 160 |
| Directed Study | 208 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Complete a range of negotiated materials specific to the major project and suitable for the promotion of the individual practitioner in line with their stated career ambitions. |
| LO2 | Evidence the importance of extensive research and experimentation in informing the completion of a complex and challenging major project. |
| LO3 | Appraise contemporary animation practices and associated processes in relation to chosen specialism. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | A portfolio of completed work that fully promotes the student’s ability in their chosen specialism. This may be a short-animated film, online portfolio or showreel. All work submitted should include evidence of in-depth research activity and an iterative approach to all exercises set. The full content of the portfolio will be negotiated and agreed at the outset between the student and module leader. | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |