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Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU030597
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Be able to use primary and secondary sources to initiate ideas.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Use different methods to research ideas including:

    • paper based sources
    • lens based means
    • electronic means.
  • 1.2

    Use a personal sketch book/journal to record research.


2.

Be able to use lateral research to develop creative ideas.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Demonstrate the ability to develop a range of ideas.

  • 2.2
    Develop the less familiar characteristics of the subject matter using lateral research.

3.

Know how to use historical and contextual references to expand aesthetic understanding.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Interpret the work of other artists and designers, appropriate to the topic.
  • 3.2
    Extend range of own ideas using historical and contextual references.

4.

Know how to expand research into creative visual ideas with materials and processes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Develop visual ideas, using a variety of materials and processes innovatively.

  • 4.2

    Critically evaluate results to further expand creative outcomes.


5,

Be able to critically evaluate creative work.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Critically evaluate own work through the stages of development, showing aesthetic and practical considerations.

  • 5.2

    Critically analyse the work of the peer group.