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BSc(Hons) / HND Fashion Management Definitive Document

HOLLINGS FACULTY

DEPARTMENT OFCLOTHING DESIGNAND TECHNOLOGY

BSc (Hons) Fashion ManagementHND Fashion management

DEFINITIVE DOCUMENT

May 2009

Approved after 27th May 2009

With effect from intakes in 2009/10

Document last modified on 8 September, 2009


CONTENTS Page

Part One – Programme Specification

Programme Specification

Part Two – Programme Regulations

1 Admission Regulations

Standard Entry RequirementsAdmission with ExemptionAdmission with Specific CreditAccreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning (AP(E)L)

2 Curriculum Design and Organisation

Curriculum Design OverviewRelationship to Subject Benchmark Statement(s)Assessment Criteria for Marking SchemesArrangements for anonymous marking of summative assessmentsArrangements for the quality management of placement learningAcademic Partnership activityProfessional, statutory and regulatory body linksFlexible and distributed learning (including e-learning)

3 Assessment Regulations

Programme-specific regulations

4 Programme Management and Student Support

Programme CommitteeBoard of ExaminersProgramme LeaderOther Programme OfficersStudent Support StrategyStudent Participation in Quality ManagementProgramme Student InformationEngagement with Employers

Part Three – Curriculum Content

Unit syllabus proformas

AppendixAgreement(s), Letters and Memoranda with Partner Institution(s)


MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY PS/1

PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

0 Brief descriptive summary

The programme is designed to develop graduates/diplomates with highly relevant skills related to fashion management as well as providing them with an understanding of the principles and practices which take place in a range of fashion related employment scenarios. They will have a thorough understanding of clothing/fashion management underpinned by commercial design requirements, manufacturing technologies, textiles and business management.

The graduates/diplomates will be capable of following careers in a wide variety of sectors of the industry. Career opportunities are available in garment design, garment manufacture, buying, retail management, off shore sourcing and marketing.

Basic Programme Details

1 Overarching Programme Network/Title and programme specification code(s)

BSc (Hons) Fashion ManagementHND Fashion Management

2 Final award(s)/title(s)(including any PSRB final awards conferred as an automatic result of successful completion of the programme)

HND Fashion ManagementBSc (Hons) Fashion Management

3 Combined Honours Subject(s)offered through programme specification together with associated final award(s)(where relevant)

Subject(s):N/AFinal Awards:

4 Interim exit award(s)/title(s)(including Combined Honours interim exit awards)

Applicable to the BSc (Hons) only:Level 4 – Certificate of Higher Education Fashion ManagementLevel 5 – Diploma of Higher Education Fashion Management

5 Mode(s) and duration HND full-time 2 yearsHND part-time 4 yearsBSc (Hons) full-time 3 yearsBSc (Hons) sandwich 4 yearsBSc (Hons) part-time 7 years

6 FHEQ position of final award(s)

Intermediate (Level 5) Honours (Level 6)

7 Awarding institution (include PSRBs which confer a joint or additional qualification on successful

Manchester Metropolitan University EDEXCEL


completion of programme)

8 Teaching institution(s) Belfast Metropolitan College

9 Relationship with Foundation Year

N/A

Administrative Details

10 Home Department/ School/ Institute

Clothing Design and Technology

11 Home Faculty Hollings

12 UCAS code(s) N/A

Collaborative Arrangements (where relevant)

13 Approved Collaborative partner(s)

Belfast Metropolitan College

14 Description of type of collaborative provision or academic partnership

External validation

Approval Status

15 Date and outcome of most recent MMU review/ approval

May 2005

16 Next Scheduled Review Date:

May 2009

17 PS/1 effective date:(ie date from which the outcome of approval or last review is effective OR the date from which amendments to the programme specification are effective)

September 2001

External References/Relationships

18 QAA Benchmark Statement(s)

MaterialsArt and DesignGeneral Business and Management

19 Date/outcome of last QAA engagement (or equivalent)

1st QAA engagement taking place May 14/15 2009

20 PSRB(s) associated with final award of programme(eg those which offer professional status/membership/license to practise as

None


result of successful completion of the final award.

21 Date and outcome of last PSRB approval(s)

N/A

Programme Information

22 University and Programme Educational Aims

University Educational Aims:

To develop flexible approaches to programme delivery and student support which reflect the needs and expectations of our students.

To provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment which will enable success for all learners

To encourage the development of students’ intellectual and imaginative powers, creativity, independence, critical self-awareness, imagination and skills that will enhance global employment opportunities on graduation in all programmes.

To establish a culture of constant improvement in learning, teaching and assessment that is anticipatory, enabling, supportive, rewarding and fully aligned with the University’s vision and strategic objectives.

To provide a learning experience that is informed by research, scholarship, reflective practice and engagement with industry and the professions.

Programme Educational Aims:

To produce graduates/diplomates who are proficient in key aspects of fashion management and who understand the influence and importance of technologies, creativity, and good man-agement practice in the industry.

23 Programme Learning Outcomes

MMU Educational Outcomes:

Successful students will be able to develop and demonstrate transferable intellectual skills, in particular their ability to:

communicate clearly in speech, writing and other appropriate modes of expression argue rationally and draw independent conclusions based on a rigorous, analytical and

critical approach to data, demonstration and argument apply what has been learned demonstrate an awareness of the programme of study in a wider context

1. Programme Learning Outcomes

Level 5 – HND


On completion of Level 5 students will be able to demonstrate:

a critical understanding of fashion management principles and their application and development;

an ability to respond with creativity through the application of knowledge of clothing technologies, materials and fashion markets;

an ability to evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems in Fashion Management;

an understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge.

Level 6 – BSc (Honours) Fashion Management


a good knowledge and critical understanding of the well established principles of fashion management, including an understanding of some advanced aspects of the area of study;

an understanding of the limits of the knowledge gained and how this influences subsequent analyses and interpretations ;

use of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information that may be incomplete or include abstract concepts. Where problems arise from that analysis, to suggest and carry out approaches for the solution of such problems;

effective communication of information, arguments, and analysis in a variety of forms, to specialist and non-specialist audiences;

acquisition of skills and competencies that enable students to assume significant responsibility within organisations;

personal qualities and transferable skills necessary for the exercise of personal responsibility and decision making in complex contexts

2. Combined Honours Learning Outcomes

N/A

3. Pass Degree Learning Outcomes

Level 6 – BSc Fashion Management (Pass Degree)


On completion of Stage 3 students will be able to demonstrate:

a good knowledge and understanding of the well established principles of fashion management, including an understanding of some advanced aspects of the area of study;

an understanding of the limits of the knowledge gained and how this influences subsequent analyses and interpretations ;

use of established techniques to initiate and undertake analysis of information that may include abstract concepts. Where problems arise from that analysis, to suggest and carry out approaches for the solution of such problems;

effective communication of information, arguments, and analysis.

acquisition of skills and competencies that enable students to plan for significant responsibility within organisations;

personal qualities and transferable skills necessary for the exercise of personal responsibility and decision making in a variety of contexts.

24 Interim Award Learning Outcomes

Level 4 – Certificate of Higher Education


knowledge of the principles involved in the development of products within the fashion industry and interpret good practice;

competence in presenting fashion design ideas and the principles of garment production ;

knowledge of materials and the technologies associated with the creation of clothing and related products;

knowledge of the influences and impacts of key forces in the fashion environment.

Level 5 –Diploma of Higher Education


a critical understanding of fashion management principles and their application and development;

an ability to respond with creativity through the application of knowledge of clothing technologies, materials and fashion markets;

an ability to evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems in Fashion Management;


an understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge.

25 Teaching/Learning and Assessment Strategy

The University’s Learning and Teaching Strategy:

to ensure a high quality of educational experience for all students through the provision of high quality learning opportunities;

to establish a reputation for the provision of excellent, varied, innovative and effective learning and teaching;

to assure that the standards of the resulting qualifications of graduates can be confidently referenced to appropriate national/international comparators;

to capture and disseminate innovatory learning;

to promote the concept of lifelong learning by enabling students to develop the experience and skills necessary to achieve a high order of independent thought and action and to form a basis for future learning needs;

to ensure that its graduates are well prepared for their personal futures and are in a position to add value to the organisations for which they work;

to promote within the staff of the University a commitment to imaginative and purposeful engagement with the learning needs of its increasingly diverse student body;

to establish, by means of effectual operational and managerial arrangements, long-term capability in learning and teaching.

The Programme Learning / Teaching Strategy

A wide range of learning and teaching methods are used across all stages of the programme and specific details are given in each unit specification. The delivery methods employed are designed to support the learning outcomes for each unit and will include the following:

Lectures – formal delivery of key information to the whole cohort.

Workshops / Laboratory sessions – these may also involve practical skill development.

Group tutorials – smaller group sessions designed to build on themes taken from the lecture programme.

Case studies – real life situations discussed in detail by groups.

Project – a piece of written work, which may cover several areas of study, designed to ensure that the learning outcomes for a unit are met.

Self-directed study – time spent researching and reading around subject matter in order to


prepare for assessment.

Field study visit – visits to industrial / retail units.

Field study project – research work carried out whilst on the study visit.

Video presentations – the use of video to give a more in depth understanding of a specific issue.

Blackboard VLE – the use of computer-based on-line resources allowing the students to work at their own pace

Programme Assessment Strategy

This has been designed to incorporate a wide variety of assessment methods to give both formative and summative assessment of the students. The development of the whole student profile has been foremost in the design of the assessment strategy. Oral assessment, report writing, researching, laboratory reports all form part of the assessment strategy alongside more traditional assessment methods.

Certificate of Higher Education / HND Level 4 Assessment

Mandatory Core UnitsGarment Development and Realisation 1 Coursework and Examination Pattern Development 1 Coursework Design Research and Conceptualisation 1 CourseworkBusiness Management 1 Coursework Fashion Marketing 1 Coursework Textile Materials Coursework and Examination

Diploma of Higher Education / HND Level 5 Assessment

Mandatory Core UnitsGarment Development and Realisation 2 CourseworkPattern Development 2 Coursework Design Research and Conceptualisation 2 Coursework Business Management 2 Coursework and Examination Fashion Marketing 2 Coursework Quality Management Coursework and Examination

Level 6 BSc (Hons) Assessment

Mandatory Core UnitsFashion Marketing 3 Coursework Business Management 3 Coursework and ExaminationHonours Project CourseworkFashion Promotion and Event Management Coursework


Design Research and Conceptualisation 3 Coursework

Assessment

Students studying on the programme will be awarded grades as given below.

Mark BSc Outcome

HND Outcome

Descriptor

<35 Fail Fail Unit learning outcomes not achieved 35 to 39

Marginal fail

Marginal fail

Most unit learning outcomes achieved at a threshold level

40 to 49

Pass Pass All unit learning outcomes achieved at a threshold level

50 to 59

Pass Pass All unit learning outcomes achieved at a good level

60 to 69

Pass Merit All unit learning outcomes achieved at a very good level

≥70 Pass Distinction All unit learning outcomes achieved at an excellent/outstanding level

26 Programme structures, levels, credits, awards and curriculum mapIncluding specific progression arrangements for Foundation Degrees

Certificate of Higher Education / HND Level 4 Fashion Management

Garment Development and Realisation 1 Level 4 20 CreditsPattern Development 1 Level 4 20 CreditsDesign Research and Conceptualisation 1 Level 4 20 CreditsBusiness Management 1 Level 4 20 CreditsTextile Materials Level 4 20 CreditsFashion Marketing 1 Level 4 20 Credits

Diploma of Higher Education / HND Level 5 Fashion Management

Design Research and Conceptualisation 2 Level 5 20 CreditsBusiness Management 2 Level 5 20 CreditsFashion Marketing 2 Level 5 20 CreditsQuality Management Level 5 20 CreditsGarment Development and Realisation 2 Level 5 20 CreditsPattern Development 2 Level 5 20 Credits

HND Students successfully completing 120 Credits at Level 4 and 120 Credits at Level 5 will be awarded a Higher National Diploma in Fashion Management.

HND Students who successfully complete their HND with 50% or more units credited at Merit or Distinction can transfer to the Degree Programme.

Work Placement (Sandwich Degree)


Level 6 – BSc (Hons) Fashion Management

Fashion Marketing 3 Level 6 20 CreditsBusiness Management 3 Level 6 20 CreditsHonours Project Level 6 40 CreditsFashion Promotion and Event Management Level 6 20 CreditsDesign Research and Conceptualisation 3 Level 6 20 Credits

A student successfully completing 120 Credits at Stage 3 and the Work Placement will be awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fashion Management – Sandwich.

Students successfully completing 120 Credits at Stage 3 without a work placement will be awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fashion Management – Full Time.

27 Personal Development Planning and Student Support Arrangements

Personal Development Planning has been embraced by the College as a whole and has been embedded across all curricular areas. The BSc (Hons) / HND Fashion Management programme has been adapted to accommodate not only the completion of a personal development plan in Level 4 but ongoing employability / enterprise activities throughout.

Level 5 students are involved with employer-led projects and the placement year selected by many of our Level 5 graduates adds significant value to their career development prospects. The College’s employability/placement office also offer a range of services to the student cohort to include – guest speakers, industry visits, a job club, graduate recruitment programmes and careers advice. In addition to this the College has a full time enterprise officer who organises business boot camps, enterprise events/competitions and supervises a purpose built enterprise zone which supports incubation of new business ideas. The programme has access to funding to support and encourage activities which enhance the student’s learning experience and particular interest is given to projects which focus on enterprise and employability.

Student Support Arrangements:Teaching and learning support is made available through:

Guidance and Counselling Services Libraries and Learning Resource Centres Work Smart – Mentoring International Office Centre for Inclusive Learning/Disability Services

and through the Centre’s own tutorial system.

28 Placement Learning

The Work Placement Unit is normally carried out between Level 5 and Level 6. Students are required to carry out a minimum of 34 weeks work based experience. They are assisted in securing the placement by the Workforce and Economic Development unit and by the mentoring academic. All efforts are made to ensure that the student’s skills and career aspirations are matched to the company offering the placement.

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The aims of the placement are as follows: To develop student ability to succeed in the gaining employment opportunities. To develop an awareness of the social, economic and managerial factors which

exist within a working environment. To enable the student to contribute within a specific area of a business. To observe the practical application of their previous studies in a working

environment. To assist the student to make informed decisions about career choice. To provide a basis upon which to build their final year studies.

29 Points of Reference

Internal

University Mission and Strategic Aims Regulations for the Academic Awards of the University University Regulations for Undergraduate or Taught Postgraduate Programmes of Study Academic Regulations and Procedures Handbook Faculty Programme Approval Report (June 05) Modification Report (March 07) University Learning and Teaching Strategy Departmental Professional/Industrial Advisory Committee Staff/Student Liaison Committee

External

QAA Subject Benchmark statement QAA Framework for HE Qualifications QAA Code of Practice QAA Subject Review report PSRB visit report External examiner reports

This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of a Programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he take full advantage of the learning opportunities provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, curriculum content, teaching/learning, assessment methods for each unit and on the Programme’s relationship to QAA Subject Benchmark Statements may be found in the definitive document and student handbook for the Programme. The accuracy of the information in this document is reviewed periodically by the University and may be subject to verification by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

BSc (Honours) / HND Fashion Management Definitive Document

Part Two

1 Admissions Regulations

The admission of a student to the programme will be on the reasonable expectation that the student will be able to fulfil the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award.

The Programme admissions regulations and entry requirements comply with theUniversity’s Recruitment and Admissions policy and with the scheme for the admission of students with advanced standing following the accreditation of prior learning/AP(E)L policy.

The admission regulations set out below shall be subject to such policies on entry requirements as the Academic Board may from time to time determine.

All applicants shall be considered having regard for the University’s equal opportunities policy and such anti-discrimination legislation as may be in force.

Candidates must have a sufficient command of the language(s) in which the programme is taught to be able to meet the requirements of the programme in every respect.

Candidates are normally required to have either a grade C in GCSE English or equivalent or, in the case of international students, ELTS at 6 or TOEFL at 550+ (or 213 on the new computerised test).

1.1 Standard Entry RequirementsThe normal minimum age for entry shall be 18 years and applications from mature applicants are encouraged. Mature students who do not satisfy the requirements may be admitted if there is evidence that they possess the intellectual qualities necessary to complete the programme successfully.

1.1.1 Entry to the programme - Level 4 BSc

The normal minimum entry requirements for the Degree are:

Two Advanced GCE or VCE 6-unit awards supported by GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in three other subjects, normally including English and Mathematics.

or Three Advanced GCE or VCE 6-unit awards supported by GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in

one other subject, normally including English and Mathematics.or One 12-unit VCE Double Award supported by GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in three other

subjects, normally including English and Mathematics.or Advanced General National Vocational Qualification (GNVQ).or Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in three subjects at Higher grade (C or

above) and two subjects at Standard grade (3 or above).or Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in five subjects at grade C or above, four of which

must be at Higher/Honours level.or National Certificate or Diploma.or International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 28 points.

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or Other qualifications considered equivalent to the above.

1.1.2 Entry to the programme - Level 4 HND

The normal minimum entry requirements for the Diploma are:

One Advanced GCE or VCE 6-unit award supported by GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in four other subjects, normally including English and Mathematics.

or National Certificate or Diploma.or International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points.or Other qualifications considered equivalent to the above.

Passes at GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Vocational Advanced Subsidiary (VAS) will be taken into account when considering offers to individual applicants.

International students must have a sufficient command of English to meet the requirements of the programme in every respect and are normally required to have either a grade C in GCSE English or equivalent or ELTS at 6 or TOEFL at 550+ (or 213 on the new computerised test).

Exceptionally, an Admissions Panel may admit an applicant whose qualifications do not conform to the standard requirements. The Panel will convene within two weeks of receipt of application(s).

1.1.3 Entry to Subsequent Years for HND Students

On completion of the Higher National Diploma students with the required grades will be considered for transfer to the Degree programme.

Diploma students wishing to transfer to the Degree must:

demonstrate at interview their commitment to further study;

have successfully completed their HND with 50% or more units credited at Merit or Distinction

1.2 Admission with Exemption

In exceptional circumstances a candidate may apply to join the programme having good reason to be exempted from certain elements. Applications for admission with exemption will be considered individually by an Admissions Panel following Departmental Guidelines.

1.3 Admission with Specific Credit or Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning

Applications for admission with specific credit will be considered individually by the Departmental Admissions Panel following Departmental Guidelines.

1.4 Accreditation of prior (experiential) learning (AP(E)L)

Applications for admission with prior learning or prior experiential learning will be similarly considered.

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2 Curriculum Design and Organisation

The programme is designed to develop graduates/diplomates with highly relevant skills related to fashion management as well as providing them with an understanding of the principles and practices which take place in a range of fashion related businesses - manufacturing, buying, retail management, off shore sourcing and marketing They will have a thorough understanding of clothing/fashion management underpinned by manufacturing technologies, textiles and business management.

2.1 Curriculum Design Overview

The complete programme allows students to access and gain credit for two separate tiers of qualification:

BSc (Hons) Fashion Management (Full Time) - comprising Levels 4, 5 and 6BSc (Hons) Fashion Management (Sandwich) - comprising Levels 4, 5, placement and 6BSc (Hons) Fashion Management (Part Time) - comprising Levels 4, 5 and 6HND Fashion Management (Full Time) - comprising Levels 4 and 5HND Fashion Management (Part Time) - comprising Levels 4 and 5

The qualification comprising the full components on offer on a full time basis is the Four-Year Sandwich Degree course. Depending on the students’ entry qualification, the first two stages are also offered as a Higher National Diploma. On completion of the HND, students with the required grades will be considered for transfer to the third year (Work Placement Unit) and/or Level 6 of the honours degree programme. The programme allows students to miss out the work placement and obtain a full time degree. An additional option is for students to access the programme on a part time basis. There will not be a separate part-time provision: the small number of part-time students taking up the programme each year will be accommodated within the existing full-time provision; students will negotiate their learning pathway with reference to full-time timetabling arrangements.

Successful students will be able to develop and demonstrate transferable intellectual skills, in particular their ability to:

communicate clearly in speech, writing and other appropriate modes of expression;

argue rationally and draw independent conclusions based on a rigorous, analytical and critical approach to data, demonstration and argument;

apply what has been learned;

demonstrate an awareness of the programme of study in a wider context.

the main focus of the course is the application and analysis of fashion management skills, underpinned by the design and technological aspects of garment materials and production. At Levels 4 and 5 there is a concentration of the development of the students’ understanding of the concepts and principles relating to fashion design, production and management. The content of units and assessment strategies give students the opportunity to develop and demonstrate transferable intellectual skills acknowledging the University’s general Educational aims. The Placement Year allows the student to apply all learning to the practicalities of the working environment. The Final Year (Level 6) enables the student to develop analytical skills with the encouragement of learning autonomy (using the experiences gained from their work placement where appropriate). The Honours project in particular motivates students to argue rationally and draw independent conclusions based on a rigorous, analytical and critical approach to data, demonstration and argument.

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The placement period is at least 36 weeks work experience during year three of the full time pathway.

The Common Skills of communication, team working, problem solving, application of number, use of information technology and improving own learning and performance are essential aspects of the Diplomas programme. These are mapped into the units to meet the related Edexcel Common Skills requirements.

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Diagra mmatic Outline of Programme Structure

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2.2 Relationship to Benchmark Statement(s)

HND BSc (Hons) Fashion Management

The Fashion Management programme covers creative, technical and business aspects of fashion management. As such the various units can be seen to relate to QAA graduate awards in General Business and Management, Materials and Art and Design. The following table highlights the individual statements together with the units which relate to them.

General Business and ManagementBenchmark Statement Level Four

unitsLevel Five units Level Six units

Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving business problems

Business ManagementQuality Management

Fashion Promotion/ Event ManagementBusiness ManagementFashion Marketing

Effective communication, oral and in writing, using a range of media which are widely used in business

Business ManagementFashion Marketing

Design Research and ConceptualisationBusiness ManagementQuality Management

Fashion Promotion/ Event ManagementProfessional Development

Effective self-management in terms of time, planning and behaviour, motivation, self-starting, individual initiative and enterprise.

Business Management Fashion Promotion/ Event ManagementHonours ProjectBusiness Management

Effective performance, within a team environment including: leadership, team building, influencing and project management skills.

Fashion Promotion/ Event Management

Interpersonal skills of effective listening, negotiating, persuasion and presentation.

Business Management Fashion Promotion/ Event ManagementHonours Project

Abilities to conduct research into business and management issues

Business ManagementFashion Marketing

Honours ProjectBusiness ManagementFashion Marketing

MaterialsBenchmark Statement Level Four


have a good understanding of the interaction between composition, processing, microstructure and properties, leading to appropriate application of materials;

Textile MaterialsGarment Development & RealisationPattern Development

Quality ManagementGarment Development & RealisationPattern Development

Design Research and Conceptualisation

have acquired some key practical skills and competence;

Garment Development & RealisationPattern Development

Pattern DevelopmentGarment Development & Realisation


have the ability to design and execute an individual project;

Garment Development & RealisationPattern Development

Pattern DevelopmentGarment Development & Realisation


have an awareness of the importance of materials to industry and society;

Textile Materials Quality Management Design Research and Conceptualisation

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Art and DesignBenchmark Statement Level Four


generate ideas, concepts, proposals, solutions or arguments independently and/or collaboratively in response to set briefs and/or as self-initiated activity;

Pattern Development Design Research and ConceptualisationPattern Development


develop ideas through to material outcomes, for example images, artefacts, products, systems and processes, or texts;

Garment Development and RealisationPattern Development

Pattern DevelopmentGarment Development and Realisation


2.3 Assessment Criteria for Marking Schemes

2.3.1 Generic Criteria

Mark BSc Outcome

HND Outcome

Descriptor

<35 Fail Fail Unit learning outcomes not achieved 35 to 39 Marginal

fail Marginal fail

Most unit learning outcomes achieved at a threshold level

40 to 49 Pass Pass All unit learning outcomes achieved at a threshold level

50 to 59 Pass Pass All unit learning outcomes achieved at a good level 60 to 69 Pass Merit All unit learning outcomes achieved at a very good

level ≥70 Pass Distinction All unit learning outcomes achieved at an

excellent/outstanding level

2.3.2 Programme Specific Criteria

Throughout the programme full assessment criteria will be provided for all students, articulated through the individual Unit Handbooks, together with clear guidance on how, when and where to submit work for marking.

Learning outcomes for each unit can be seen in Unit Proformas (in the Definitive Programme Document) and in Unit Handbooks which will be provided to students at the start of the academic year. The methods by which specific learning outcomes are assessed can again be seen in the Unit Proforma.

At the end of the programme the overall performance of the student will have been measured against how well they achieved the learning outcomes of the programme itself (see Programme Specification PS/1).

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HND Descriptors:

Exemplar Merit Descriptors

M1 - Breadth, extent of coverage range of ideas used range of methods and

techniques applied range of sources of

information/data identified

alternative methods/techniques identified

M2 – Application /Resourcefulness applies relevant theories

and techniques analyses knowledge and

skills makes the most of

identified resources seeks new resources shows initiative

M3 - Coherence (product/language) structured, not

disjointed internally consistent accurate technical

language

Exemplar Distinction Descriptors

D1 - Validity judges validity of

information/data self critical (of

process) suggests

improvements (to process)

shows appreciation of the context (realism, economic, practical etc.)

D2 – Evaluation evaluates and synthesises

relevant theories and techniques

generates conclusions judges validity of

conclusions accommodates the

unforeseen identifies improvements

D3 - Autonomy/Independence minimum supervision self-starting self-reliant individual approach ease of performance fluent use of technical

language

2.4 Arrangements for anonymous marking of summative assessments

This programme is committed to the principle of anonymous marking. Its policy with regard to summative assessment submissions is to apply an appropriate system wherever possible. However, because some of the assessed work is practical in nature, this makes it difficult to apply means of marking anonymously on every occasion as examiners may be familiar with the designs or artefacts produced by candidates in a studio environment. Nevertheless any piece of written work submitted will display the candidate's registration number only. Where work is to be internally moderated or second marked there will be no evidence of the candidate's name either on written work or on practical pieces/artefacts

Summative examinations are identified by numerical code related to the candidate number. Summative written assessments are identified at the time of submission and marking by

numerical code related to the candidate number. Elements of assessments where the candidate identity is obvious (e.g. presentation) will be

cross marked

2.5 Arrangements for the quality management of placement learning

After completion of Level 5, students may opt for a work placement year. They are assisted in securing the placement by the Workforce and Economic Development unit and by the mentoring academic. All efforts are made to ensure that the student’s skills and career aspirations are matched to the company offering the placement.

The aims of the placement are given in the definitive course document as follows: To develop student ability to succeed in the gaining employment opportunities. To develop an awareness of the social, economic and managerial factors which exist

within a working environment. To enable the student to contribute within a specific area of a business. To observe the practical application of their previous studies in a working environment.

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To assist the student to make informed decisions about career choice. To provide a basis upon which to build their final year studies.

Students on placement are mentored both internally and externally. Regular visits are made by the mentoring academic to the student workplace. During these visits informal sessions are held between the visiting academic and the student, the visiting academic and the industry mentor and a group session involving all three. Evaluation forms are completed by employer and are then forwarded to the academic programme team for analysis. Any issues arising from these regular evaluations are handled by the mentoring academic and when necessary by the course team.

2.6 Academic partnership activity

None

2.7 Professional, statutory and regulatory body links

None

2.8 Flexible and distributed learning (including e learning)

To enable students to study flexibly, at their own pace and to allow for review and reflection, much teaching material will be made available for students through a vast array of relevant learning resources available on the Blackboard VLE site and students are directed to relevant resources as required. A series of staff development opportunities ensures tutors the opportunity to improve on-line resources. It is not intended that these materials become a substitute for attendance at lectures or during studio time but serve their purpose as useful aides memoire.

3 Assessm ent Regulations

3.1 MMU Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes of Study

The programme is compliant with the University's Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes as revised 2007.

3.2 Programme Specific Regulations

3.2.1 Student Attendance and Absence

The programme specific regulations for student attendance and absence are as set out in The Assessment Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes of Study apply to all levels of the programme. The practical nature of elements of the programme and its reliance on studio based work attendance is deemed to be essential for all project briefings, lectures, tutorials, workshops, presentations, critiques and assessments as stipulated on timetables and in the syllabus.

Student attendance will be observed. Absences are required to be brought to the attention to the Year Tutor and records of medical notes etc will be filed in the student's record as potential (confidential) evidence for factors affecting performance in assessment.

3.2.2 Progression, Assessment and Reassessment of Students

The programme specific regulations for progression, assessment and reassessment of students are as set out in The Assessment Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes of Study of Study.

3.2.2 Approved variation or exemption from MMU Regulations

None

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4 Programme Man agement and Student Support

4.1 Programme Committee

4.1.1 Membership

The Programme Committee will consist of the following members:

Programme Leader (Chair)Programme Area Manager (ex officio)Year Group ManagersMembers of the full-time and part-time staff teaching on the programmeOne elected student from each year and attendance mode of the programmeRepresentatives of Student Resources and Services Departments.

The Committee will have powers to co-opt other members as required.

4.1.2 Terms of Reference

The Committee shall meet not less than twice per academic year

It shall be responsible in the first instance to the Programme Area Manager (or equivalent) for:

i the maintenance and enhancement of the academic standards of the Programme

ii the monitoring and evaluation of the Programme and in particular evaluating its operation, its delivery and standard with regard to its: learning, teaching and assessment methods; aims and learning outcomes; curriculum; the overall quality of its students’ learning experience (including the systems and processes for student monitoring, guidance and support; the provision of learning resources and facilities. These shall be as specified in the programme definitive document, approved at programme approval and periodic review, and communicated to students through a hard copy handbook or online programme information);

iii ensuring the Programme operates in accordance with the approved Programme scheme

iv agreeing recommendations for changes to the Programme (content and structure) and on any matter affecting the operation of the Programme according to the University’s procedures;

v considering and implementing at Programme level such policies as may be determined by the Academic and Faculty Board in relation to:

Programmes, teaching and learning, the content of the curriculum

the assessment and examination of students (in conjunction with Board of Examiners)

criteria for the admission of students

research, scholarship and Programme-related staff development

the appointment of internal and external examiners

the retention, support and progression of students.

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vi advising the Academic Board on such matters as v above

vii ensuring the academic development of the Programme

viii advising the relevant Head of Department (or equivalent) through the Programme Leader on the resources needed to support the Programme

ix contributing to the formulation of institutional academic policy and considering such other matters as may be appropriate to the operation of the Programme or as may be referred to the committee by Faculty or Academic Board.

4.2 Board of Examiners

4.2.1 General

Except as provided for by the Academic Board in its Regulations for the Review of Decisions of Boards of Examiners no other person or body shall have the authority to amend a properly reached decision of a Board of Examiners in respect of a student’s assessment and/or award.

The Academic Board may in accordance with its Procedure for the Review of Decisions of Boards of Examiners require a Board of Examiners to reconsider any or all of its decisions in respect of its assessment of students.

If the outcome of a case considered under the Review Procedure is that the Academic Board is satisfied on the basis of evidence considered by it that a material irregularity or administrative error has occurred or that the assessment of students was not conducted in accordance with these and other relevant regulations then it may require the relevant Board of Examiners to reconsider any or all of the decisions made in respect of affected candidates.

In circumstances which it considered appropriate, the Academic Board may annul any or all associated decisions of the relevant Board of Examiners and/or annul the assessments or any part thereof and take action which, if necessary, may include the appointment of new external examiners.

4.2.2 Constitution

(i) The Board of Examiners is constituted under the authority of the Academic Board of the University.

(ii) The Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Experience) and the Registrar shall have the right to attend and address any meeting of any Board of Examiners.

Chair of Board of Examiners

(i) The Chairperson of a Board of Examiners shall be either the Head of Department (or equivalent).

Heads may appoint a senior member of their academic staff, other than the Programme Leader, to be the designated Deputy Chairperson who will be empowered to act in the Chairperson’s absence.

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(ii) A Programme Leader shall not under any circumstances chair the Board of Examiners for the programme for which s/he is responsible. A Programme Leader may be designated as Deputy Chairperson for a programme other than that which s/he is responsible for.

The equivalent of Heads of partner institutions may act as Chairperson for the collaborative programme leading to an award of MMU in cases where the Board of Examiners’ meeting is held in the partner institution (whether in the UK or abroad), provided that they are appropriately inducted and supported, and that a member of MMU staff is present at the Board of Examiners to advise on regulatory matters.

(iii) Heads (or equivalent) retain prime responsibility for chairing Boards of Examiners for programmes within their department/school and for the proper conduct of, and all decisions taken by, those Boards. The required practice is for them to chair unless they are unable to do so for reasons of sickness or other exceptional factors. A senior member of their staff may act as Deputy Chair who may assist them in their chairperson-related work and will thus be able to chair the Board on those occasions when Heads are unavoidably absent.

Secretary of Board of Examiners

(i) The Link Tutor shall act as Secretary to the Board of Examiners and shall, subject to the guidance of the Director of Student Services, be responsible for advising the Board on all procedural matters including the interpretation of these regulations.

(ii) The Head of Department (or equivalent) may assign senior administrative staff to serve Boards of Examiners on their behalf and shall ensure that such staff are adequately qualified and trained to do so.

(iii) The Head of Department (or equivalent) shall ensure that where Boards of Examiners’ meetings for collaborative programmes are held and

serviced in institutions other than the University (whether in the UK or abroad) that such Boards are serviced by appropriately qualified staff who have received training in the University’s regulations and procedures.

(iv) The Head of Department (or equivalent) is responsible for the servicing of Boards of Examiners for programmes within their faculty and within partner institutions for their faculty’s collaborative programmes. They must ensure that staff servicing Boards on their behalf are of an appropriately senior grade and are adequately qualified and trained to do so.

4.2.3 Composition

The Board shall comprise:

Programme Area Manager (ex officio) Year Tutors Internal examiners (defined as those staff, both with full and part-time

responsibility associated with assessment).

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Link tutor (MMU) Programme Leader The external examiner appointed for the programme Such other co-opted members as the Board may consider it appropriate to co-opt

for a specific purpose

4.2.3 Responsibilities

The Board of Examiners shall be responsible to the Academic Board for all the programme assessments that contribute to the granting of academic awards and for recommending the granting of awards to candidates who it is satisfied have fulfilled the objectives of the programme of study, demonstrated fulfilment of the associated learning outcomes and achieved the required standard.

In exercising its responsibilities, the Board of Examiners has the discretion, subject to the provision of the regulations of the University, to reach such a decision in respect of candidate’s assessment(s) and award as it may deem appropriate having regard for the need to ensure that justice is done to individual students and that the standards of the University’s awards are maintained.

4.2.4 Functions

The Board’s functions shall include:

(i) recommending the conferment of an award upon a student who, in the judgement of the Board, has fulfilled the objectives of the approved programme of studies, demonstrated fulfilment of the associated learning outcomes and achieved the standard required for the award;

(ii) determining the award, including the level of Honours, or award of Distinction and Merit where applicable, to be recommended under (i) above;

(iii) applying the University’s assessment regulations for undergraduate and/or for taught postgraduate programmes to the programme;

(iv) considering, moderating and approving examination papers, and marking schemes, if any, for all assessed examinations relating to the programme;

(v) considering and approving any assignments or projects which form part of the scheme of assessment;

(vi) assessing written or oral examinations;

(vi) assessing any project or coursework which forms part of the scheme of assessment;

(viii) receiving and considering any communication relevant to its functions;

(ix) reporting matters of policy and significance to the Academic Board;

(x) such other functions as the Academic Board shall determine.

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4.2.5 Sub-committees

The Board of Examiners may appoint sub-committees to deal with special aspects of its work other than the final assessment of candidates and may delegate to sub-committees such duties as preparing draft examination papers and assignments, marking scripts, considering and approving the titles and outlines of projects and theses, assessing course work and preparing evidence for presentation to the Board of Examiners, subject to the overriding authority of the Board of Examiners and the rights and responsibilities of individual examiners.

4.2.6 Subsidiary Examination Committees

The Board may appoint subsidiary examination committees which must include at least one approved external examiner in their membership. Such subsidiary examination committees may not make decisions on behalf of the Board of Examiners but shall make such recommendations as they may consider appropriate to the main Board of Examiners.

4.2.7 Duties

The duties of the Chair of the Board of Examiners shall include convening meetings, corresponding and communicating with External Examiners between meetings and accepting responsibility for the correct recording of decisions and recommendations of the Board.

The duties of the internal examiners shall include preparation of draft examination papers, assessment schemes, marking scripts, assessing projects and theses according to the University’s scheme for the moderation of summative assessment, and drawing up and presenting to the Board of Examiners such reports as may be required and attending meetings of the Board.

The role, authority, duties and rights of External Examiners shall be defined in the regulations on external examiners made by the Academic Board.

Existing processes at programme level shall be aggregated at departmental or preferably faculty level;

Membership may vary but will normally include all programme leaders and at least one Board Chair. The Link Tutor will act as secretary and shall, subject to the guidance of the Director of Student Services, be responsible for advising the Board on all procedural matters including the interpretation of these regulations;

The role and responsibilities of panels must be explicit. For 2008/09 these may be restricted to examination performance only, and must observe the definition of exceptional factors as specified in the University Assessment Regulations; The panel will act in an advisory capacity – acting as a sub-committee of, and making recommendations to the Board of Examiners

To enable audit, recommendations resulting from panel consideration of cases must be fully, accurately and formally recorded;

In the case of extreme or urgent circumstances where it would not be appropriate for a case to be considered by the panel, the Chair of the Board of Examiners may exceptionally act on their behalf to make a recommendation to the Board, submitting a report on such action to the panel to ensure a proper record.

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4.2.8 Consideration of factors affecting student performance

The Board will ensure that student extenuating / mitigating circumstances are addressed according to such University regulations as are in operation at the time. Normally these will be assessed, in confidence, at a Pre-Board meeting which will make recommendations to the full Board. Only in exceptional circumstances will details of such circumstances by divulged to the Full Board and only then with the express written permission of the student.

4.3 Programme Leader

The appointment and duration of office of a Programme Leader shall be determined by the Programme Area Manager. Programme committee recommendations shall be addressed through the Programme Leader to the Programme Area Manager who in turn shall report to the relevant Dean of Faculty.

The Programme Leader shall be responsible for:

i chairing of the Programme Committee, and arranging for such meetings of the Committee and its sub-committee as considered appropriate;

ii the efficient operation of the Programme within the agreed policies of the Programme Committee, MMU Faculty and Academic Boards, liaising with the Link Tutor;

iii all other matters pertinent to the proper day-to-day operation of the Programme;

iv the continued future development of the programme in consultation with the Head of Department

v Acting as the Chief Executive Officer to the programme. As such, will be responsible, within the agreed policies of the Programme Committee, Faculty and Academic Boards, for the efficient operation of the programme as approved by the University.

vi Advising the Programme Committee on its proper responsibility for the continuing development of the programme.

vii Taking any reasonable action with respect to the proper functioning of the programme on behalf of the Programme Committee.

viii The preparation of the Programme’s Quality Action Plan (QAP) as part of the Annual Monitoring Exercise.

4.4 Other Programme Officers

Year Group Tutors are responsible for the day-to-day management of their Year Group. This may include the following:

preparing an induction programme

completing student enrolment.

dealing with all matters concerning the transmission of time-tabled information.

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arranging for the election of student representatives to the various committees.

advising the students on matters relating to their chosen programme of study.

advising the Programme Committee on matters of concern to the student group.

dealing with matters concerning the annual Monitoring and Evaluation student feedback questionnaires.

collating all assessment marks and presenting them to the Board of Examiners.

Pastoral and academic counselling of their student group.

4.5 Student Support Strategy

Students will be allocated a Year Tutor who is responsible for supervising their progress on the course and who can advise students on sources of help for course and personal issues.

The Year Tutor is the students’ first point of call and has a duty to ensure students are given all the relevant information about their teaching programme.

Unit handbooks give students relevant information on learning, teaching and assessment.

Induction programmes ensure that students are given information and advice on using the Learning Resource Centre, IT facilities and Support Services.

Regular Group Tutorials are used to keep students up to date with issues relating to their programme of study.

Student group representatives are elected to the Programme Committee and are able to voice any general concerns regarding learning and teaching.

Subject tutors are available with specific advice regarding their part of the syllabus. A technician is available to assist students with equipment and resources. Year tutors are available on an appointment basis and students are ensured

confidentiality when requested. Tutors will guide the student to the most appropriate help. Students are introduced to Student Services and are encouraged to seek the most

appropriate help.

Student Progress File

The Student Progress File is a document charting the progress of individuals during their time on the programme. It is the result of a structured and supported process to develop the capacity of individuals to reflect upon their own learning and achievement, and to plan for their own personal educational and career development. The term Personal Development Planning (PDP) is used to denote this process.

The Student Progress File consists of:

The Transcript: a record of an individual's learning and achievement, provided by the institution;

An individual's personal records of learning and achievements, progress reviews and plans that are used to clarify personal goals and can provide a resource from which material is selected to produce personal statements (e.g. CVs etc) for employers, admissions tutors and others.

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Learner Agreement – details student achievements to date and learning plan for the year. This will be completed at the start of the programme and updated at AoS review.

Progress Review Record – records interviews and personal statements/planning resultant from the Year Tutor review.

Exit Review Record – completed at the end of the year and records student achievement.

4.6 Student Participation in Quality Management

Student feedback is essential to programme development and student comments are used to enhance both the successful management of the programme and the teaching/ learning strategies.

Student observations are considered through the tutorial system and through the student voice on Programme Committees. Questionnaires, focus group sessions and student statements are also used to elicit students’ views and opinions. The data gathered from all of these mechanisms is used in the Annual Monitoring and Evaluation exercise (AME) and forms part of the development of the Programme Quality Action Plan.

4.7 Programme Student Information

Unit handbooks give students relevant information on learning, teaching and assessment.Induction programmes ensure that students are given information and advice on using the Learning Resource Centre, IT facilities and Support Services.Regular Group Tutorials are used to keep students up to date with issues relating to their programme of study.All relevant documentation is available through the VLE site.

4.8 Engagement with Employers

The Centre has well established links with the local fashion industry and as such is able to draw on appropriate employers whenever necessary. This might be in the development of curriculum content, placement opportunities; project based learning initiatives, the provision of guest lectures, visits to companies, live assessment briefs or graduate employment.

Students enrolled on this programme will therefore have plenty of opportunity to interact with international employers.

The Centre engages with employers through diverse links:

membership of Skillfast UK Advisory board for Northern Ireland regular contact through student placements Knowledge Transfer Partnerships Employer led project learning initiatives Workforce and Economic department in BMC

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Part Three – Curriculum Content

Unit syllabus proformas

Programme Units including Work Placement

Level 4

Pattern Development 1Design Research and Conceptualisation 1Business Management 1Textile MaterialsFashion Marketing 1Garment Development and Realisation 1

Level 5

Design Research and Conceptualisation 2Business Management 2Fashion Marketing 2Quality ManagementGarment Development and Realisation 2Pattern Development 2

Work Placement

Level 6

Fashion Marketing3Business Management 3Honours ProjectFashion Promotion and Event Management Design Research and Conceptualisation 3

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1 UNIT TITLE Pattern Development 1

2 BRIEF SUMMARY Focuses on the production of patterns for shirt and skirt designs through modelling and flat pattern cutting.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER HD4115654 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons)/HND Fashion Management5 HOME DEPARTMENT Clothing Design and Technology6 SUBJECT AREA J4437 UNIT LEADER(S) Dorcas Smallwood8 CREDIT VALUE 20 CREDITS AT

LEVEL:4

9 TOTAL AMOUNT OF STUDENT LEARNING (NOTIONAL HOURS OF LEARNING)

200 hours

10 UNIT STATUS Mandatory

11 PRE-REQUISITES None

12 CO-REQUISITES Garment Development and Realisation Level 1Design Research and Conceptualisation level 1

13 UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to have attained or demonstrated:1. comprehend (understand) the principles of pattern

drafting through block construction and pattern manipulation.

2. articulate (describe) a knowledge and understanding of pattern drafting, with relevance to human anatomy.

3. produce basic patterns complete in terms of identification and appropriate in terms of commercial (acceptable) quality.

14 CURRICULUM OUTLINE

Create a set of basic blocks to include bodice, skirt, trousers and set in one-piece sleeve.

Develop and expand understanding of dart and seam manipulation to include skirt, bodice, trouser and sleeve.

Produce a full scale pattern from a working drawing to include, pattern piece identification, centre back and front, the number of pieces to be cut, folds, balance notches, seam allowances, construction lines, grain lines, pattern size and cutting instructions.

Investigate ladies wear/menswear and produce a full size pattern from experimental draping techniques on a stand or from a working drawing.

15 LEARNING & TEACHING ACTIVITIES

Combination of lecture, demonstrations and practical exercises and tutorials.30 hours formal lectures90 hours group work under direction(integrated assignment)20 hours self development and research60 self directed research and development

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16 ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES

Coursework: Two assessments per year

Learning Outcomes: 1,2,& 3One practical assessment required to produce basic block patterns and block manipulation in preparation for developed ladies/men’s shirt patterns as part of an integrated assignment including a written evaluation/analysis report. (50%)Learning Outcomes: 1,2, & 3One practical assessment through modelling techniques on the stand leading to flat pattern production and a written evaluative report.(50%)

17 ASSESSMENT CRITERIA FOR UNIT/ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT

The assessment criteria used across all assessments corresponds to the Unit’s learning outcomes and criteria, section 2.3.1 of the course document.

18 INDICATIVE STUDENT LEARNING RESOURCES

Aldrich, A (2008) (5th Ed), Metric pattern Cutting For Womenswear, Blackwell

Aldrich, A (2007) (4th Ed), Metric pattern Cutting For Menswear, Blackwell

Catton,P (2006) White Shirt

Fischer, A (2008) Basics Fashion Design 03 Construction

Carr, H and Latham, B (2000) The Technology of Clothing Manufacture London, BSP

Eberle, H et al (1998) Clothing Technology: From Fibre to Fashion, (2nd Ed) Europa-Lehrmittle

Handford, J (2003) Professional Pattern Grading for Women's, Men's, and Children's Apparel , Fairchild Books

Moore, C et al (2001) Concepts of Pattern Grading: Techniques for Manual and Conputer Grading, Fairchild Books

Taylor, P J and Shoben, M (1990) Grading for the Fashion Industry, (2nd Ed), Stanley Thornes

19 ANY ADDITIONAL NOTES AND COMMENTS

20 DATE OF APPROVAL 27th May 200921 DATE OF MOST

RECENT CONSIDERATION:

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1 UNIT TITLE Design Research & Conceptualisation 1

2 BRIEF SUMMARY Focuses on a general foundation of presentation techniques for fashion illustration, inspirational research and the identification of garment details.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER HD4115644 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) / HND Fashion Management5 HOME DEPARTMENT Clothing Design and Technology6 SUBJECT AREA W2207 UNIT LEADER(S) Dorcas Smallwood8 CREDIT VALUE 20 CREDITS AT

LEVEL:4


200 Hours

10 UNIT STATUS Mandatory Core


12 CO-REQUISITES Pattern development Level 1Garment development and Realisation level 1


On completion of this unit the student will be able to:

1. Develop basic drawing skills with a comprehension (understanding) of human anatomy and its relationship to fashion and garments.

2. Apply (relate) trend information to inform design development through to realisation.

3. Visually record development ideas gained from research, and the ability to expand these and develop appropriate creative ideas through illustration (manual and CAD).

4. Compare (describe) technical definitions and terminology relevant to fashion garments, communicating visually in sketch form, with added written detail.

5. Comprehend (understand) colour theory.

6. Apply basic computer skills.


Drawing Skills

Human figure proportionsSkeletal and muscular featuresDrawing the human head using construction linesSketching of hands and feet in different positions

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Apply Trend Information

Add colour, style, texture, in concept sketchesPresent accompanying story boardsIncorporate fabric suggestions

Visual Record

Develop investigative skillsCarry out research from non fashion related images, fashion prediction and trend information and magazinesWork to be recorded and developed in a sketch / digital forms

Technical Definition

To introduce the student to technical definitions / terminology used in the fashion clothing industry in relation to the production of garments

Terminology also used in detailing with customers / buyers in the retail fashion business

Visual communication through the use of colour, line, pattern, texture, style, form and tone, structure, scale and balance

Experimentation with various mediums, pencil / pen, chalk, paints, marker pens, inks. Digital representation of design components. Analysis of the various methods and evaluation of their effectiveness.

Colour Theory

Develop the knowledge of colour theory in relation to co-ordinating, merchandising, and to individual colour analysisAnalyse and evaluate the language of colour in relation to trends and seasons.

Computer Aided Design

Introduce basic computer skills in the production of mood boards, fashion illustrations, and working drawings. (Photoshop and Coral draw)

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Lectures, practicals and research.30 hours formal lectures10 hours group work under direction20 hours tutorial20 hours self development and research20 hours Assignments under direction100 hours self directed research and development


Coursework 2 assessments per yearAnnotated portfolio of standard design features/fashion templatesProduction of designs related to a brief

Learning Outcomes: No 1, 2, 3 & 5 One ladies/men’s wear shirt project based on principles of design, trend and consumer research, presented through illustration and basic CAD skills. (50%)

Learning Outcomes: No 4 & 6One skirt project based on independent research and effectively communicating detailed design ideas through various CAD presentation skills (50%)


The assessment criteria used across all assessments corresponds to the Unit’s learning outcomes and criteria given in section 2.3.1 of the course document.


Anderson, B and Anderson, C (1999) Costume Design, (2nd Ed), Harcourt Brace

Boyes, J (1998) Essential Fashion Design, Batsford

Drake, N (1994) Fashion Illustration Today, (2nd Ed), Thames & Hudson

McKelvey, K (1996) Fashion Source Book, Blackwell Science

McKelvey, K (1997) Illustrating Fashion, Blackwell Science

Seaman, J (1995) Professional Fashion Illustration, Batsford

Seaman, J (1996) Fashion Illustration, Basic Techniques, Batsford

Tathom,C & Seaman, J (2003) Fashion Design Drawing Course

Ireland, P J (2008) The New Encyclopaedia of Fashion Details

Drudi, E (2006) Figure Drawing for Fashion Design

Seivewright, S (2008) Basics Fashion Design 01 R&D

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1 UNIT TITLE Business Management 1(Skills for Enterprise)

2 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit encourages an appreciation of ongoing continual professional development leading the candidate to set and pursue some realistic career goals for themselves.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER PF511864

4 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) Fashion Management

5 HOME DEPARTMENT Clothing Design and Technology

6 SUBJECT AREA N100

7 UNIT LEADER(S)

8 CREDIT VALUE 20 CREDITS AT LEVEL:

4


200 Hours



12 CO-REQUISITES None



1 demonstrate (show) through completion of a personal development portfolio enhanced competencies in some of the skills required for success in enterprise

2 evaluate (describe) key aspects of entrepreneurship in business start-up

3 evaluate (describe) the range and scope of help available through various support agencies.

4 explain (outline) the business start up process, describing the 'routes' of entry into the small business environment.

5 comprehend (understand) the requirements of business plans by completing one for a commercial opportunity identified as a result of environmental analysis of the fashion sector


key transferable skills necessary for success in enterprise

o skills in research sources of information for decision-

makingo personal development

time management assertiveness

o project planningo creative thinking

decision-making problem solving

o team workingo leadership

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handling conflicto communication skills

written reports oral presentation interview skills negotiating skills

personal development planning o personal skills auditso personal action planningo portfolio building o reflective learningo continuing professional development

review of SME sectoro definitions of entrepreneurshipo actual/potential contribution of entrepreneurial

activity to the economyo the importance of entrepreneurship to the

fashion industry help and advice in new enterprise development

o sources of finance – private and public sectoro support offered by individual support agencies

the process for business 'start up'o feasibility studyo financial projectionso Presentation of a business plan

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Where possible creativity in delivery styles should be adopted. Students should be given every opportunity to embrace practical activities facilitated for them, which will embed enhancement of the softer skills of enterprise management. This will entail a diet of class delivery which includes: Lectures, case studies, discussion groups, practical exercises and guest speakers from the business sector.Breakdown over 34 weeks: Formal Lecture/Class contact = 51 hoursTutorial support = 17 hoursGuest Lectures/ Activities outside the classroom = 20 hoursSelf-directed study and personal development activity = 90 hoursRevision and Assessment = 22 hours


Coursework

Two written assignments (approx 2250 words each) to include

A personal development portfolio (60% weighting) (LO 1)

A completed business plan (40% weighting) for a fashion opportunity identified through environmental analysis

(LOs 2-5)




Becket, M. (2000) The "Daily Telegraph" Small Business Guide to Starting Your Own Business, Pan

Bridge, S. et al, (2003) Understanding Enterprise, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Palgrave Macmillan

Denny, R (2005) Motivate to win: how to Motivate yourself and others (Kogan Page)

Jay, Antony & Jay, Ros (2004) Effective Presentation: how to create and deliver a winning presentation (Pearson)

Jay, Ros (2003) Get What you Want at Work – the Complete Personal Skills Guide for Career Advantage (Prentice Hall)Jay, Ros (2000) Time Management (Capstone)

Kippenberger, T (2002) Leadership Styles (Capstone)

Miller, J (2003) Start Your Own Clothing Store (Entrepreneur Startup.Series), Book Network InternationalRooney, K (Ed) ( 2003), Good Small Business Guide: How to Start and Grow Your Own Business, Bloomsbury

Stokes, D & Wilson, N (2006) Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Thomson (5th Edition)

Stranks, J (2005) Stress at Work: management and

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prevention (Elsevier)

Webb, P & S, (2001) The Small Business Handbook: An Entrepreneur's Definitive Guide to Starting a Business and Growing a Business, Prentice Hall

Woods, C, (2003) From Acorns... How to Build Your Brilliant Business From Scratch, Prentice Hall

JournalsUlster BusinessBusiness Review

Online ResourcesEmerald: Enterprise and Innovation JournalsEmerald: Learning and Training JournalsEmerald: Management Skills PortfolioEuromonitorMintel Ireland

Websiteswww.ukonlineforbusiness.comwww.investni.orgwww.nibusinessinfo.comwww.mindtools.co.uk




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http://www.mindtools.co.uk/

http://www.nibusinessinfo.com/

http://www.investni.org/

http://www.ukonlineforbusiness.com/


1 UNIT TITLE Textile Materials

2 BRIEF SUMMARY The unit explores the raw materials, structure and properties of textile fabrics commonly used in the fashion industry.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER HD411562

4 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) / HND Fashion Management


6 SUBJECT AREA J420

7 UNIT LEADER(S) TBA


4


The total amount of student learning hours would be 200, for a typical student.





On successful completion of this unit students will be able to have attained or demonstrated:

1. Show an understanding of the properties of textile materials used in the apparel sector.

2. Comprehend textile structures and key fabric finishing processes used in the apparel sector.

3. Understand the main notation systems for communicating woven and weft knit design.

4. Comprehend the elements of basic fibre identification methods.


Textile materials and properties relevant to the apparel sector and for specified end uses.

Caring for textile garments. Textile structures: fibres and yarns; woven fabrics;

knitted fabric; non-woven construction. Textile finishing processes: mechanical, chemical

and colouration. Woven design notation for simple colour and weave

fabrics. Weft knit notation for single and double jersey

fabrics.Fibre identification methods: visual, burn test, stain techniques.


Over the 34 weeks, the unit will include 1.5 hours of lectures, per week, a total of 51lecture hours. This lecture time will include laboratory work and group activity such as factory visits.Unsupervised study time, such and library research will be 3hours per week, a total of 102 hours for the unit.Revision, assessment and final evaluation will require 47 hours. Throughout the year, support and guidance is available from the lecturing staff.

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Summative assessment elements include: A written assignment of 1500 words, focusing upon

fabric selection and specification. A written examination (1.5 hours), which will include

questions based upon the unit learning outcomes.

The weighting will be: Assignment : 70% Exam : 30% Total for Unit : 100%

During the year there will be formative assessment and feedback, to aid learning and provide support.


Assignment 1 will enable the student to demonstrate their understanding of textile properties and behaviour in the apparel sector; and apply (refer to) the notation systems to communicate textile structure and design. (LOs 1, 2 and 3) Assignment 2 will enable the student to demonstrate a basic understanding of textile fibres, yarns, fabrics and finishing techniques. (LOs 2, 3 and 4).


Blackenbury, T (1992) Knitted Clothing Technology, Blackwell ScienceCarty, P and Byrne, M S (1987) Chemical and Mechanical finishing of Textile Materials, University of NorthumbriaDenton, M.J., and Daniels, P.N. (eds), (2002), Textile Terms and Definitions (11th Edition), the Textile Institute.Eberle, H et al Clothing Technology: From Fibre to Fashion, (2nd Ed) Europa-LehrmittleIntroduction to Textiles, Computer Based Learning Package prepared by Leeds UniversityTaylor, M A (1990) Technology of Textile Properties, (3rd Ed), Forbes

JournalsTextiles MagazineJournal of Textile InstituteReview of Progress in ColorationKnitting International


The Unit will include a review and appreciation of key fashion materials, such as Indigo Denim and the Blue Jean industry; and modern Laundry wash techniques.



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1 UNIT TITLE Fashion Marketing 1

2 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit introduces the student to the fundamentals of marketing theory and practice as applied to the fashion industry at local, European and international levels.




6 SUBJECT AREA N500

7 UNIT LEADER(S) F. Smyth


4


200





On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:1 understand (recognise) the Environmental Factors which

influence the development of the fashion industry;2 explain (outline) the basic principles of Marketing in a

fashion context;3 evaluate (describe) Marketing Strategies and their

relevance to the fashion industry and especially to Fashion Retail;

4 apply (refer to) the key principles of Marketing Planning.


Environmental FactorsHistorical, social, economic, cultural understanding

Market(size of market, structure, street fashion, mass market, designer wear, haute couture, fashion forecasters, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, consumers, competitors, internal strengths, weaknesses, external opportunities and threats)

Role of the designerRole of the marketerMarket Research (trends, journals, forecasting)Target markets (mass, niche, multi-segment marketing)Positioning (casual, formal, price levels, image, product quality, marketing mix)Explore the impact of customer buying motives and retail merchandising policies Product presentation and retail managementMarketing StrategiesProduct life cycles (fashion fads, classic designs, fashion diffusion process, mid season cyclesMarketing tactics (analyse competitive forces, product innovation)Marketing objectives relevant to Retail Fashion Business (store location, layout, atmosphere)Marketing PlanningTo develop time management skillsTo apply these skills to the timescale of the fashion calendar, sales forecasting, market strategy / objectives

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Mostly lecture based, this unit will also make use of directed group work, audio visual film clips, group and individual tutorials supported by Black Board VLE.41 hours formal lecture12 hours directed group work9 hours tutorials8 hours guest lectures90 hours private study & library research to undertake assessment 140 hours field research During the year there will be formative assessment and feedback, to aid learning and provide support.


1 x 2000 written assignment (40 %)

1 x 3000 written assignment based on group work (60 %)


Assignment 1 will enable the student to demonstrate their understanding of the basic principles of Marketing in a fashion context and apply (refer to) the key principles of Marketing Planning. (LOs 2 and 4)

Assignment 2 will be based initially on group work to enable research into the environmental factors affecting the fashion industry and will continue with individual work giving the student the opportunity to analyse and evaluate marketing strategies of a selected fashion brand. (LOs 1 and 3)


Jackson and Shaw (2009) Mastering Fashion Marketing

Waddell, G (2004) How Fashion Works

McKelvey & Munslow (2008) Fashion Forecasting

Jobber & Fahy (2006) Foundations of Marketing

Jobber, D (2007) Principles & Practice of Marketing

Goworek, H (2007) Fashion Buying

Tungate, M (2005) Fashion Brands

Brassington & Pettitt (2006) Principles of Marketing

Baudot, F (1999) A Century of Fashion, Thames and Hudson, London

Borrelli, L (2002), Net Mode: Web Fashion Now, Thames and Hudson

Easey, M (ed) (2001) Fashion Marketing, Blackwell Science

Hines, T and Bruce, (2001), Fashion Marketing: Contemporary Issues, Butterworth Heinemann

McKelvey, K (1996) Fashion Source Book, Blackwell

Frings, G S (2001) Fashion: From Concept to Consumer, Prentice Hall

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Jones, R M (2002) The Apparel Industry, Blackwell Publishing

Oelkers, D (2003) Fashion Marketing, South Western Educational Publishing

JournalsJournal of Fashion Marketing and ManagementDrapers Record

Websiteswww.wgsn-edu.comwww.edentaylor.com




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http://www.wgsn-edu.com/


1 UNIT TITLE Garment Development & Realisation 1

2 BRIEF SUMMARY The unit provides a foundation, based on the skills and knowledge required to function in the fashion/ garment manufacturing environment, sewing and technology focused.




6 SUBJECT AREA J440

7 UNIT LEADER(S)


4


The total number of hours will be 200 for a typical student



12 CO-REQUISITES Pattern Development 1, and Design Research and Conceptual Realisation


On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. Comprehend (understand) the application of a range of basic and specialist industrial equipment used in the clothing industry.

2. Use a range of techniques required for garment manufacture.

3. Comprehend (understand) the principles required to produce basic sample garments and use the related skills in context.


Health and Safety with in the industrial sewing environment.

Fabric spreading and cutting procedures. Development of sewing skills, to include the assembly

of a variety of basic component parts, and the manufacture of finished garments, while taking into account industrial sewing methods.

Competently use a range of specialist and automated industrial sewing machines.

Identification of the main stitching and seaming defects which can occur during commercial sewing and their remedies.

Identification and evaluation of basic quality factors.


This unit will mainly be delivered through a combination of lectures, demonstration and practical work, industrial visit’s and unit related seminars to be included.Student contact is based on 34 weeks x 4 hours totalling 136 hours, approximate break down 90 hours demonstration/ practical, 26 hours lectures, 20 hours self directed study (in supervised clothing production work area) Further 54 hours self directed study is required, this should include 30 hours library research.

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2 assessments per year equally weighted: Assessment 1 will focus on the production of finished garments, (LO 2) and the manufacturing process in an industrial context (LO 1). Method: Practical 60%/Written 40% respectively

Assessment 2 will focus on the development of sewing skills (LO 3) and technical knowledge allied to the clothing production environment (LO 1, 2, 3). Method: Practical 40%/Writtten report or Examination 60% respectively

Periodic formative assessment and feed back will be applied through out the year, to aid learning and provide support




Cooklin Gerry: revised by Steven G Haynes, John Mc Loughlin (2006) Introduction to Clothing Manufacture (2nd Ed) BSP

Eberle Von (2004) Clothing Technology: From Fibre To Fashion (4th Ed)

Carr, H and Latham, B : revised by Tyler D.J. (2000) The Technology of Clothing Manufacture (3rd Ed), BSP

Laing, R M and Webster J (1998) Stitches and Seams, Textile Institute

BSI(1991) Schedule of Stitches and Seams, Parts 1 and II, BS3870.

Chris Jefferys (2003) The Complete Book of Sewing (Revised Edition) Dorling and Kindersley

Journals: Textile Horizons

Drapers




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2 BRIEF SUMMARY Further develops creative skills through design analysis, enhanced CAD presentation skills, portfolio building and to function within a design team.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER HD4112684 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) / HND Fashion Management5 HOME DEPARTMENT Clothing Design and Technology6 SUBJECT AREA W290/N5007 UNIT LEADER(S) Dorcas Smallwood8 CREDIT VALUE 20 CREDITS AT

LEVEL:5


200 Hours


11 PRE-REQUISITES Fashion Marketing 1

12 CO-REQUISITES Pattern Development 2



1. analyse and interpret (describe and relate) market research and apply such research to expand and develop their own creative ideas.

2. comprehend (understand) and work within the constraints that are imposed when designing for different markets and function.

3. apply (utilise) a variety of appropriate presentation skills, (verbal, visual and CAD skills).

4. complete a design brief from initial research through to product specification.

14 CURRICULUM OUTLINE To develop the students' ability to gather and utilise research

material.Evaluation and development of Fashion Prediction data.Communication of ideas through research notebooks, sketchbooks and storyboards that demonstrate research from a variety of sources.To develop an understanding and work within the constraints that are imposed by designing for different markets and functions.To explore the constraints that governs the design process (cost, fabric properties, method of manufacture and market influences).Visual communication through illustration and display, aided by verbal presentation.Appropriate use of Computer Aided Design.

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Lecturers, practical work, student centred research, Computer Aided Design.30 hours formal lectures10 hours group work under direction(integrated assignment)20 hours tutorial20 hours self development and research20 hours assignment work under direction100 self directed research and development (group & individual)


Present research to given design brief(mood board, consumer board, preliminary sketches, swatches and working drawings)

Development of design presentation materials through CAD

Learning Outcomes: No 1, 2, & 4 One ladies wear capsule collection individual project linked to a live project brief (50%)

Learning Outcomes: No 2 & 3One menswear integrated team project based on group research and independent design concepts (50%)




Barnard, M (2002) Fashion as Communication, Routledge

Colussy, M.K., (2001) Fashion Design on Computers, US Imports & PHIPEs

Diamond, J and, E (1994) Fashion Apparel and Accessories, Delmar

Evans, C (2003) Fashion at the Edge: Spectacle, Modernity and Deathliness, Yale University Press

Ireland, P.J (1999) Figure Templates for Fashion Illustration, B.T. Batsford

Jenkyn-Jones, S (2002) Fashion Design, Laurence King Publishing

Johnson, M.J. and Moore, C.E (200) Apparel Product Development, US Imports & PHIPEs

Keiser, S.J et al (2003) Beyond Design: The Synergy of Apparel Product Development, Fairchild Books

Strecker, P (1997) The Fashion Design Manual, Macmillan

Burgo, F (2006) Institute di Burgo Fashion Illustration

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Renfrew,E (2008) Basics Fashion Design 04 Developing a Collection

JournalsKnitting InternationalDrapers RecordTextile ReviewZoomSelvedgeCreative Review

Websiteswww.wgsn-edu.comwww.pantone.com




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2 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit advances the student’s prior knowledge to a comprehensive overview of the core concepts, strategies and management of marketing communications and introduces the student to the communication techniques employed in the business to business and international contexts.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER



6 SUBJECT AREA

7 UNIT LEADER(S) F.Smyth


5


200

10 UNIT STATUSMandatory Core

11 PRE-REQUISITESFashion Marketing 1

12 CO-REQUISITESNone


On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

1 Manage marketing communications within the context of fashion marketing and apply the key principles of integrated marketing communications

2 Understand and manage marketing strategies in the business to business context (b2b marketing)

3 Evaluate and manage marketing strategies within an international context


Marketing communications strategiesTarget audiences, segmentation, targeting, positioning and objectivesUsing technology – scope, application & websitesAdvertising: frameworks, messages and evaluationMedia: traditional, digital and planningSales promotions: principles, techniques and evaluationPublic relations and sponsorshipDirect marketing, personal selling and evaluationThe advertising industry: Agency operations, selection, personnel and practice

B2b: channels, stakeholders,Relationships: value, loyalty, trustDifferences between organisational and consumer buyer behaviourMain influences on organisational buyer behaviour – the buying class, product type and purchase importanceThe organisational decision-making process – JIT purchasing, online purchasing, centralised purchasing, relationship marketing

International marketingDifferent approaches to internationalisationDifficulties involved in international marketing researchSpecial considerations involved in designing international marketing strategiesMain difficulties in selling internationallyManaging international marketing operations

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The student can expect the following unit organisation ( approx timings given )56 hours formal lectures involving group discussions on case studies, video clips and teaching materials supported by the Black board VLE. 12 hours tutorials6 hours guest lectures26 hours research (primary and secondary)70 hours to complete assignment 130 hours to complete assignment 2During the year there will be formative assessment and feedback, to aid learning and provide support.


One written assignment (approx 3000 words)

One presentation accompanied with speaker notes (approx. 1000 words)


The unit will be assessed through the completion of a written assignment demonstrating an understanding of the key principles and management of marketing communications (LO’s 1, 2 and 3)And through individual presentations based on analysis of a case study. (LOs 1, 2 and 3)


Ouwersloot & Duncan (2008) Integrated Marketing Communications

Cloow & Baack (2004) Integrated Advertising, Promotion and Marketing Communications

Pelsmacker & Geuens (2004) Marketing Communications

Pickton, D and Broderick, A (2004) Integrated Marketing Communications 2 nd Ed , FT Prentice Hall

Tungate, Mark (2005) Fashion Brands, Kogan Page

Diamond, L & E (2005) Fashion Retailing,

Burnett, J et al (2001) Introduction to Marketing Communications, Prentice Hall

Fill, C (2006) Marketing Communications 4 th Ed , Prentice Hall

Fill, C (2006) Simply Marketing Communications

Fletcher, R et al. (2004) International E-Business Marketing, Thomson Learning

Jackson, T and Shaw, D (2001) Mastering Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management, 2nd Ed Palgrave Macmillan

Christopher, M (2003) Marketing Logistics, Butterworth-Heinemann

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Financial Times/Pitman Publishing (1995), International Retailing



Borelli, L, (2002) Net Mode: Web Fashion Now


Journals / MagazinesJournal of Fashion Marketing and Management Drapers Record Mintel




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1 UNIT TITLE QUALITY MANAGEMENT

2 BRIEF SUMMARY The Unit describes the systems and procedures that are employed to ensure that garments of the correct standard are delivered in the fashion supply chain.




6 SUBJECT AREA N100

7 UNIT LEADER(S)


5


The total amount of student learning hours would be 200, for a typical student.






1 compare (describe) approaches to defining and assuring quality

2 usefully apply a comprehension (understanding) of statistical and non-statistical evaluation methods.

3 investigate (identify) fabric parameters through practical fabric analysis

4 demonstrate an appreciation of how colour is specified and communicated in the fashion industry


Over the 34 weeks, the unit will include 2 hours of lectures, per week, a total of 68 lecture hours. This lecture time will include laboratory work and group activity such as factory visits.Unsupervised study time, such and library research will be 3hours per week, a total of 102 hours for the unit.Revision, assessment and final evaluation will require 30 hours. Throughout the year, support and guidance is available from the lecturing staff.


Summative assessment elements include: A written assignment of 1500 words, focusing upon

the control of the globalised production pipeline. A written examination (1.5 hours), which will include

questions based upon the unit learning outcomes.

The weighting will be: Assignment : 70% Exam : 30% Total for Unit : 100%

During the year there will be formative assessment and

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feedback, to aid learning and provide support.


Assignment 1 will allow the student to explore how information and specifications, related to product performance, is originated, communicated and analysed in the fashion supply chain. (LOs 1, 2 and 4). Assignment 2 will enable the student to show their understanding of the basic principles of Quality Management in a fashion context; and apply (refer to) objective and subjective assessment techniques. (LOs 1, 2 and 3).


Bona, M (1994) Textile Quality, Texilia

Booth, J.E. (1984) Principles of Textile Testing, (3rd Ed), Newnes-Butterworth

Dale, B.G (Editor) (2003) Managing Quality, Blackwell Publishers

Hoyle, D (2002), ISO 9000: 2000 the A-Z Guide, Butterworth Heinemann

Kadolph, S. J. (1998) Quality Assurance for Textiles and Apparel, Fairchild.

Taylor, M. A. (1990) Technology of Textile Properties, (3rd Ed), Forbes

Oakland, J.S., (2004) Oakland on Quality Management, Butterworth-Heinemann.


The unit will include reference to procedures and systems employed in a modern retail chain store environment.



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1 UNIT TITLE Garment Development & Realisation 2

2 BRIEF SUMMARY The production of prototype garments developed from design research, patterns and modelling on the stand.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER HD4112824 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) / HND Fashion Management5 HOME DEPARTMENT Clothing Design and Technology6 SUBJECT AREA J4407 UNIT LEADER(S)


5


200

10 UNIT STATUS Core Option

11 PRE-REQUISITES Garment Development and Realisation 1 Level 4

12 CO-REQUISITES Pattern Development 2 Level 5


1. produce garments or garment part for specific purposes, using appropriate production methods.

2. apply (utilise) a correct technical perspective in relation to quality in garment manufacture.

3. demonstrate a knowledge and ability to produce basic commercial sewing instructions


Safety procedures within the industrial sewing situation.

The development of garment production skills to acceptable standards of finish.

Analysis of garment breakdown and the production of sequence of operations for garment assembly.

Fabric handling techniques for sewn products.

Interlining properties and compatibility.

Garment quality standards.

The role of the garment technologist in the manufacturing and retail sectors.


The unit will be delivered via lectures, demonstrations and practical work. 30 hours formal lectures10 hours group work under direction(integrated assignment)20 hours tutorial20 hours self development and research20 hours assignment work under direction100 self directed research and development (group & individual)

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Production and annotation of samplesProduction of one complete garmentProduction of one piece as part of range within an integrated assignment.

Learning outcomes: 1,2,&3One individual ladies wear product based project supplemented by a body of support work. (50%)

Learning Outcomes: 1,2,&3One Integrated menswear product based integrated team project supplemented by a body of support work. Analysis through team presentation (50%)


The assessment criteria used across all assessments corresponds to the Unit’s learning outcomes and Programme Specific Descriptors given in section 2.3.2 of the course document.


(2001)Couture Sewing Techniques Taunton

Shaeffer,C (2000) Sewing for the apparel industry

BSI(1991) Schedule of Stitches and Seams, Parts 1 and II, BS3870.

Carr,H and Latham, B (2000) Technology of Clothing Manufacture, (3rd Edition) Blackwell Science

Glock, R E and Kunz, G I (2000) Apparel Manufacturing, (3rd Ed), Prentice Hall

Laing, R M and Webster, J (1998) Stitches and Seams, The Textile Institute




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1 UNIT TITLE Pattern Development 2

2 BRIEF SUMMARY Using inspirational images to produce patterns and toile designs through modelling on the dress stand and flat pattern cutting techniques.




6 SUBJECT AREA W230 / J443

7 UNIT LEADER(S) Dorcas Smallwood


5


200 Hours

10 UNIT STATUS Core option

11 PRE-REQUISITES Pattern Development Level 4

12 CO-REQUISITES Garment Development and Realisation Level 5 Design Research & Conceptualisation Level 5


On successful completion of this unit students will be able to have attained or demonstrated: 1. demonstrate a comprehension (understanding) of flat pattern

construction and the adaptation of basic patterns for styling.2. analyse (describe) the constraints of different figure types and

age groups when constructing patterns.3. construct patterns from detailed working drawings and design

sketches.4. produce basic grades.5. apply (utilise) the principles and procedures involved in

Computerised Pattern Cutting, Grading and Marker Planning software relevant to the clothing industry.


Development of fluent pattern construction skills to include flat pattern cutting and modelling on the stand.

Produce pattern solutions to include sleeve adaptations, openings (button stand, fly fronts), styling (yokes, pleats, asymmetric lines).

Implement pattern proofing methods, evaluate fitting issues and operationalise appropriate corrective action.

Investigate and apply skills to provide pattern grading solutions (standard pattern, grading up sizes, grading down sizes).

The safe use of pattern construction tools, equipment and technology, to include scissors, shears, tracing wheels.

Health and safety awareness to include safe working practices and relevant legislation.

Analysis of actual and potential opportunities for using computers in the clothing industry: the design room; pattern cutting; pattern grading; marker planning.Practice in using appropriate hardware / software that reflects practice in the clothing business (e.g. Gerber Systems).

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The unit will be delivered through lectures, demonstrations and practical work.

30 hours formal lectures10 hours group work under direction(integrated assignment)20 hours tutorial20 hours self development and research20 hours assignment work under direction100 self directed research and development (group & individual)


Coursework:Production of patterns from working drawings and experimental draping techniques (inc use of CAD)

Learning Outcomes: 1& 2, & 3One practical assessment will focus on the pattern production of one outfit from a module collection through various pattern/toile developmental techniques. Analysis via written report.

Learning Outcomes: 3, 4 & 5One practical team integrated assessment will encompass the pattern development of one piece within a collection. Analysis through team presentation.




Aldrich, A (2008) (5th Ed), Metric pattern Cutting For Womenswear, Blackwell

Aldrich, A (2007) (4th Ed), Metric pattern Cutting For Menswear, BlackwellNakamichi,T (2008) Pattern Magic Vol 2Bond, T and Beazley, A (2003) Computer-Aided Pattern Design & Product Development, Blackwell Science (UK) Handford, J (2003) Professional Pattern Grading for Women's, Men's, and Children's Apparel , Fairchild Books Moore, C et al (2001) Concepts of Pattern Grading: Techniques for Manual and Conputer Grading, Fairchild BooksHolman, G (2004) Bias Cut Dressmaking, BT Batsford




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1 UNIT TITLE Business Management 22 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit challenges students to develop their knowledge of

managing finance and people in contexts that reflect the fashion business environment.




6 SUBJECT AREA N600 / N400

7 UNIT LEADER(S) Colin Fryers


5


200


11 PRE-REQUISITES Business Management 1



On completion of this unit the student will be able to:1 compare (outline) different business structures in the

fashion industry2 appreciate (describe) the concepts and principles of

financial management for sme’s3 appreciate (describe) how effective “people

management” occurs within organisations4 evaluate (understand) the impact of a chosen

contemporary business perspective on the fashion industry

14 CURRICULUM OUTLINE Business entities - sole traders, partnerships, limited

companies.

Basic financial accounting: recording transactions; balance sheets; profit and loss; cash flow forecasts.

Costing concepts. Investment appraisal

The personnel management function and the legislative environment.

Theories of motivation in relation to employee productivity.

Method study and work measurement and their place in industry.

Contemporary business perspective (one to be chosen and researched)

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Mostly lecture based, this unit will also make use of directed group work, audio visual materials, and research activities supported by tutorials and remotely through the VLE.41 hours formal lecture12 hours directed group work9 hours tutorials8 hours guest lectures50 hours independent study to complete assessment 180 independent study & guided research to undertake assessment 2



2 x 2500 written assignments


Assignment 1 will enable the student to demonstrate their understanding of the impact of financial practices in fashion businesses (LOs 1 and 2)

Assignment 2 will be based on student research and reflect a critique of the conduct of contemporary employment practices. (LOs 3 and 4)


Bratton, J and Gold, J, (2007), Human Resource Management: Theory and Practice, Palgrave Macmillan

Smith, T and Thomas, G, (2007) Smith and Woods Employment Law, Oxford University Press

Dyson, J.R. (2007) Accounting for Non-accounting Students, FT Prentice Hall

Mckeown, C and Twiss, M, (2004) Workplace ergonomics : a practical guide. IOSH Services

JournalsHarvard Business ReviewHuman Resource Management International DigestJournal of Fashion Marketing and ManagementWebsitesUpdate list available on VLE


20 DATE OF APPROVAL 27th May 2009

21 DATE OF MOST RECENT CONSIDERATION:

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http://webpac.belfastmet.ac.uk/ipac20/ipac.jsp?session=12423P36M486O.44339&profile=hello&uri=search=TL~!Workplace%20ergonomics%20:%20a%20practical%20guide.&term=Workplace%20ergonomics%20:%20a%20practical%20guide.&aspect=subtab62&menu=search&source=~!horizon

http://webpac.belfastmet.ac.uk/ipac20/ipac.jsp?session=12423P36M486O.44339&profile=hello&uri=search=TL~!Workplace%20ergonomics%20:%20a%20practical%20guide.&term=Workplace%20ergonomics%20:%20a%20practical%20guide.&aspect=subtab62&menu=search&source=~!horizon


1 UNIT TITLE Placement Programme

2 BRIEF SUMMARY To observe the practical application of their studies and develop an awareness of the social, economic and managerial factors which exist within a working environment.

3 UNIT CODE NUMBER None4 HOME PROGRAMME BSc (Hons) Fashion Management

5 HOME DEPARTMENT Department of Clothing Design and Technology

6 SUBJECT AREA

7 UNIT LEADER(S)

8 CREDIT VALUE 120 practice credits CREDITS AT LEVEL:

Between Levels 5 and 6


Unit stipulates 34 weeks, working hours according to contract with company.Normally 2 visits from academic Visiting Tutor.

10 UNIT STATUS Mandatory (Sandwich Degree)

11 PRE-REQUISITES 120 Credits at Level 4 plus 120 Credits at Level 5.



At the end of the placement the student:1. Have developed an awareness of the social, economic

and managerial factors which exist within the working environment.

2. Have demonstrated that they are able to contribute to a specific area of the fashion business.

3. Be able to place the theoretical understanding of their previous studies into the practical application of the working environment.

4. Recognise the importance of personal development and have further developed their employability skills


Depending on the type of placement secured students will have the opportunity to exercise and develop their fashion business and technology based skills in a commercial/industrial environment.


Independent negotiation of learning framework and targets.Negotiation of learning strategies to include self-directed learning and self evaluation.


Students must :1. Lead the process of finding a suitable placement.2. Complete the period of time as agreed between the

company, the department and the student prior to the start of the placement

3. Complete and submit a log book which chronologically and concisely details the activities carried out on a daily/weekly basis.

4. Complete a company report showing the student’s understanding of the nature, type, size, structure of the business they are placed in.

5. Achieve a satisfactory overall review of performance and development. This appraisal will take place at each tutor

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visit and will include the student and the company supervisor/manager.


Points 1 to 5 above will be assessed on a Pass/Fail basis by the Placement Tutor/ Visiting tutor.Learning outcome 1 will be assessed through the appraisalLearning Outcome 2 will be assessed by the company report and the logbookLearning Outcome 3 will be assessed through the logbook and the appraisalLearning Outcome 4 will be assessed through the company report, the logbook and the appraisalLearning Outcome 5 will be assessed via the appraisal process and by completing the agreed period of time within the company.


Student Placement Handbook


This unit is intended to allow students the opportunity to develop skills within a commercial framework

Placement regulations, procedures, assessment regulation and Institutional Code of Practice are published in a separate Student Placement Handbook

All placements must have College approval Placement may be in the UK or overseas. Normally all placements carry a salary

Placement students must attend a briefing session on Health & Safety before starting their placement. This is mandatory. Any student who fails to attend this session will not be allowed to commence a placement. This would result in failure of the placement year.

A Placement officer in the Department of Workforce Economic Development has a role to help identify and generate work placement opportunities for students.



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2 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit progresses the student to enable the application of generic marketing theory and models to marketing practice and fashion management decision making, involving key areas of research, segmentation, targeting, positioning, channels of distribution and promotion within the contemporary, global fashion business.




6 SUBJECT AREA N500

7 UNIT LEADER(S) F. Smyth


6


200 hours


11 PRE-REQUISITES Fashion Marketing 1,



On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:1 evaluate the role of marketing and the individual

elements of the marketing process as applied to the fashion business.

2 critically utilise research and analytical skills associated with fashion management decision making.

3 analyse the environmental factors, which influence the fashion industries marketing policies.


Evaluation of Marketing concepts and their impact on organisations in the fashion industry.

Study market segmentation, targeting and positioning.

Exploration of the marketing mix to produce solutions to a variety of marketing operational problems.

Investigation of product development and positioning strategies of selected organisations. Analyse their relationship and the important to Business Strategy as a means of achieving competitive advantage in an industry characterised by change.

Apply the principles of fashion marketing planning.

Case study to include the following: Analysis of elements of effective marketing information

systems; Development of a market research plan and execution of the

plan; Analysis of the market conditions facing a firm operating in the

fashion industry; Development of a market plan at operational level for a

selected firm.

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The student can expect the following unit organisation ( approx timings given )48hours formal lectures involving group discussions on case studies, video clips and teaching materials supported by the Black board VLE. 12 hours tutorials6 hours guest lectures26 hours research (primary and secondary)45 hours to complete assignment 155 hours to complete assignment 2During the year there will be formative assessment and feedback, to aid learning and provide support.


One written assignment (approx. 2000 words) One written assignment (approx 3000 words)


Assignment 1 will be based initially on group work to enable research and analysis of the environmental factors which influence the fashion industries marketing policies. (LO 3) Assignment 2 will enable the students to demonstrate their ability to critically utilise research and analytical skills associated with fashion management decision making and to evaluate the role of marketing and the individual elements of the marketing process as applied to the fashion business.(LOs 1 and 2)


Aaker, D. (2004) Brand Portfolio Strategy: Creating Relevance, Differentiation, Energy, Leverage and Clarity, Simon & Schuster

Borrelli, L (2002), Net Mode: Web Fashion Now, Thames and Hudson


Hooley, G et al (2003) Marketing Strategy and Competitive Positioning , FT Prentice Hall

Knight, P (2004) The Highly Effective Marketing Plan: A Proven, Practical, Planning Process for Companies of All Sizes, Financial Times Prentice Hall


Frings, G S (2001) Fashion: From Concept to Consumer, Prentice Hall


JournalsJournal of Fashion Marketing and ManagementDrapers record

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MintelD R The Fashion BusinessFashion WeeklyMarketing

Websiteswww.wgsn-edu.com




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1 UNIT TITLE Business Management 32 BRIEF SUMMARY This unit challenges the student to develop their knowledge

of managing the fashion business in international contexts.




6 SUBJECT AREA N500

7 UNIT LEADER(S) Colin Fryers


6


200


11 PRE-REQUISITES Business Management 2Quality Management



On completion of this unit the student will be able to:1 evaluate a number of key strategic issues facing

apparel suppliers and retailers.2 analyse operational solutions for key issues in

sourcing / outsourcing apparel.


International competition.The role of outsourcing - assessment of possible locations.The local industry in a global contextPatterns of trade and production.Trends in international clothing production and sourcing. Barriers to international trade: tariff and non-tariff barriers, exchange rate movements and their impact on pricing and sourcing decisions.Problems of international sourcing - production control, quality control and communications.Inventory management in retailImpact of technology on supply chain management.


Mostly lecture based, this unit will also make use of directed group work, audio visual materials, and research activities supported by tutorials and remotely through the VLE.

41 hours formal lecture12 hours directed group work9 hours tutorials8 hours guest lectures50 hours independent study to complete assessment 180 independent study & guided research to undertake assessment 2


16 ASSESSMENT 1 x 2500 written assignment

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STRATEGIES 1x written examination


Assignment 1 will enable the student to demonstrate their ability to prioritise and evaluate a number of key strategic issues facing apparel suppliers and retailers (LO 1)Assessment 2 will give the student opportunity to reflect on operational solutions and the use of technology in the supply chain (LO 2)


Abernathy, H.L et al (1999), A Stitch in Time: Lean Retailing and the Transformation of Manufacturing, Oxford University Press Inc (USA)

Harris, DR and Botten, N (2006), Strategic S upply C hain Management: level 6 , Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Chopra, s. and Meindl, P, (2003) Supply Chain Management (International Edition) , Prentice Hall

Dickerson, K, (1998), Textiles and Apparel in the Global Economy (3rd Edition), US Imports & PHIPEs

Hill, CWL,(2008) International Business, McGraw-Hill Higher Education

Jones, R.N., (2006) The Apparel Industry, Blackwell Science

Poirier, C and Bauer, M, (2001), E-supply Chain: Using the Internet to Revolutionize Your Business, Berrett-Koehler

Tisdell, C and Kumar, R.S. (2004) Economic Globalisation: Social Conflicts, Labour and Environmental Issues, Edward Elgar

JournalsFashion Business InternationalDrapers RecordLogistics SolutionsWebsitesRefer to updated list on VLE


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1 UNIT TITLE Honours Project

2 BRIEF SUMMARY The unit is a dissertation on a subject area within Fashion Management that is a piece of in-depth independent research (historical and contemporary).




6 SUBJECT AREA

7 UNIT LEADER(S) TBC8 CREDIT VALUE 40 CREDITS AT

LEVEL:3


400 hours

10 UNIT STATUS Mandatory Core 11 PRE-REQUISITES

12 CO-REQUISITES None13 UNIT LEARNING

OUTCOMES

1. On successful completion of this unit students will be able to have attained or demonstrated: choose an individual research topic that provides an opportunity for displaying initiative and imagination;

2. independently plan, organise and complete a piece of individual work;

3. critically review relevant literature and ideas;4. systematically collect data/information;5. analyse and evaluate your work and conclusions;6. present the project


The preparation and presentation of the project provides the means for study of a topic relating to a particular facet of the clothing / fashion industry and can be interpreted as a written report or incorporating the realisation of a fashion design.

The fundamental features of the Honours Project are:

Synopsis including resources required and an action plan. Collection of data/information/ideas Synthesis of data/information/ideas Analysis and evaluation Presentation of the project


Self directed investigation, tutorials, workshop support (if appropriate)30 hours formal lectures70 hours group/individual tutorial300 hours self directed research/self directed individual study

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CourseworkOne ten thousand word dissertationOROne five thousand word dissertation with a product and design development evidence.


The assessment criteria used across all assessments corresponds to the Unit’s learning outcomes and Programme Specific Descriptors given in section 2.2.2 of the course document.


Berry, R, (2000) The Research Project: How to Write it. (4th Ed.), Routledge.

Gash, S., (2000) Effective Literature Searching for Students, Gower

Gray, D.E. (2004) Doing Research in the Real World, Sage Publications

Howard, K et al (2002), The Management of a Student Research Project, Gower Publishing

Walliman, N (2004) Your Undergraduate Dissertation: The Essential Guide for Success, Sage Publications

JournalsJournal of Fashion Marketing & Management

Websiteshttp://bailiwick.lib.uiowa.edu/journalism/cite.html - Guides to citation styleshttp://www.emeraldinsight.comhttps://ukamf.belfastmet.ac.uk/shibbolethacademic.mintel.com




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http://www.emeraldinsight.com/


1 UNIT TITLE Fashion Promotion and Event Management

2 BRIEF SUMMARY A review of promotional strategy is delivered and a practical approach taken towards the execution of a PR strategy though events and publicity.




6 SUBJECT AREA N213 / N560

7 UNIT LEADER(S)


6


200 Hours


11 PRE-REQUISITES Business Management 2 Design Research & Conceptualisation 2




1 evaluate the role and purposes of special events in the fashion business.

2 develop strategies required to plan successful fashion events.

3 assess the quality and success of fashion events.4 evaluate strategies to promote fashion events


Role and purposes of special events in the fashion business.

Strategies required to plan successful fashion events

Quality and success measurement of fashion events.

Strategies to promote fashion events

Pre-project planning, project organisation, marketing plans, leadership, team work.Financial resources, budgeting control, cost effectivenessSponsorshipTime management.; human and material resources; quality assurance; inter-project schedulingAppropriate media for promotional purposes – generating publicity using an appropriate approach

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Formal lectures are matched with a facilitative approach to enable the students to meet the practical requirements of the assessments. They will be encouraged to engage in a live brief in respect of event management and publicity generation and guest speakers will be invited to address the class. Breakdown over 34 weeks: Formal Lecture/Class contact = 80 hoursTutorial support = 30 hoursGuest Lectures/ Activities outside the classroom = 20 hoursSelf-directed study and personal development activity = 50 hoursRevision and Assessment = 20 hours


Coursework entailing two assignment submissions:

Assignment 1 – a project plan for an event in order to promote a fashion business concept which will be presented to a client(60% weighting) (LOs 1-3)Assignment 2 – editorial created and published where possible in a range of media in support of a fashion event (40% weighting) (LOs 3 partial and 4)




Allen, J (2002) The Business of Event Planning, Wiley

Baguley, P (1995) Managing Successful Projects, Pitman

Blythe, Jim (2003) Essentials of Marketing Communications (FT Prentice Hall)

Diamond, J & E, (1995) Fashion Advertising and Promotion, Delmar

Everett, J.C and Swanson, K.K., (1998) Guide to Producing a Fashion Show, Fairchild Publications

Fill, Chris (2006) Marketing Communications: Engagements, Strategies and Practice (FT Prentice Hall)

Geddes, M et al (1990) Project Leadership, Gower

Gregory, A (2001) Planning and Managing a PR Campaign, Kogan Page

Martin, Paula & Tate, Karen (2001) Getting Started in Project Management (Wiley)

Pickton, David & Broderick, Amanda (2001) Integrated Marketing Communications (FT Prentice Hall)Silvers, J.R. and , Goldblatt, J (2003), Professional Event Coordination , WileyWilcox, L et al (1995) Public Relations, Harper CollinsJournals

D R The Fashion BusinessFashion Weekly

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MarketingMenswear




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2 BRIEF SUMMARY Analysis of innovative fashion presentation techniques and the production of creative fashion trend forecasting.




6 SUBJECT AREA W230 / W240

7 UNIT LEADER(S) Dorcas Smallwood


6


200


11 PRE-REQUISITES Design Research & Conceptualisation 2Quality Management Level 2



On successful completion of this unit students will be able to have attained or demonstrated:1. plan for the implementation of effective design management

principles that account for the constraints imposed when designing for different markets.

2. demonstrate familiarisation with the key methods of visualising and communicating design concepts in the fashion industry

3. critically evaluate a range of appropriately researched materials

4. contribute to a design related presentation of a professional standard, (verbal, visual and CAD skills used to make presentations to commercial standards.)


To develop an understanding of the design management process and the ability to work within the constraints imposed when designing for different markets

To produce storyboards and design ideas that demonstrate appropriate research from a variety of sources.

To develop presentation skills to enable student to present design ideas in a professional manner.

To develop Computer Aided Design skills using software packages to enhance presentation.

To extend the process of gathering and utilising research material.


Lectures, student centred research and Computer Aided Design.This unit will be delivered through lectures, International & local Educational seminars, group discussion and one to one tutorials.30 hours formal lectures10 hours group work under direction(student presentations)20 hours tutorial20 hours self development and research20 hours assignment work under direction100 self directed research and development

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Compare contrasting trends through research of international locations.Present research to given design briefs.(Mood board, preliminary sketches, swatches and working drawings; CAD used throughout)

Learning Outcomes: 3 & 4One fashion illustration research and analysis project presented via DVD, power point & voiceover. (50%)

Learning Outcomes: 1 & 2One trend research/ prediction presentation package (50%)




Blackman,C (2007) 100 Years of Fashion Illustration

Dawber, M (2008) Big book of Fashion Illustration

Borrelli, L (2008) Fashion Illustration By Fashion Designers

Tallon, K (2009) Trends From Central Saint Martins

McKelvey, K/Munslow, J (2008) Fashion Forecasting

Borrelli, B (2000) Fashion Illustration Now, Thames and Hudson

Braddock, S.E. and O'Mahony, M (2002) Sportstech: Revolutionary Fabrics, Fashion and Design, Thames and Hudson

Boyes, J (1998) Essential Fashion Design, Batsford

Brydon, A (1998) Consuming Fashion, Berg

Colussy, M.K., (2001) Fashion Design on Computers, US Imports & PHIPEs

El Guindi, F (1999) Veil: Modesty, Privacy and Resistance, Berg

Frings, G S (1998) Fashion, from Concept to Consumer, (6th Ed) Prentice Hall

Jackson, P.A. et al. (2000) Commercial Cultures, Berg

McKelvey, K (1996) Fashion Source Book, Blackwell Science

O’Mahony, M and Braddock, SE, (2002) Sportstech: Revolutionary Fabrics, Fashion and Design, Thames and Hudson

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Stecker, P (1997) The Fashion Design Manual, Macmillan Australia

White, N and Griffiths, I (2000) The Fashion Business, Berg

JournalsDrapers RecordTextile ViewZoomSelvedgeInternational TextilesFashion Business InternationalHaute Couture CollectionsFuture materials

Websiteswww.wgsn-edu. www.pantone.comwww.fashionstop.com


20 DATE OF APPROVAL 27th May, 200921 DATE OF MOST


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http://www.fashionstop.com/

http://www.pantone.com/


Appendix

Agreement(s), Letters and Memoranda with Partner Institutions

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Documents

Programme Document 2002 - 2003€¦ · Web viewPresentation of the project 15 LEARNING & TEACHING ACTIVITIES Self directed investigation, tutorials, workshop support (if appropriate)