KDM2010 Idea, process, product and identity Course description

The course provides insight into work on design and production-related fields in the fashion and garments industry. Emphasis will be placed throughout the course on the relationship between theory and practice. The course consists of two parts.

Part 1 focuses on the concepts of idea, process and product, and emphasis is placed on the relationship between theory and practice. The course has a commercial focus. The course is taught over 10 weeks and the work method is individually-adapted.

Part 2 of this course focuses on reflection and analysis relating to identity - the links between concept, function, material and technique, and on the ability to visualise a work process relating to fashion. Emphasis is given to experimentation and innovation with respect to professional identity and own style. Philosophy of science and research design is part of the subtopic. The course is taught over 8 weeks and the work method is individually adapted.

Passed the course KDM1200 Subject Areas - Specialisation.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student

•  is capable of obtaining, developing and processing ideas linked to the topic of the course
• is capable of applying relevant theory and the specialised terminology used in the field
• has knowledge of production methods, appropriate techniques, and qualities of different materials in the development of different types of clothes
• has knowledge of relevant research and development work in the field

Skills

The student is capable of

• practising different methods of ideation linked to the topic of the course
• applying different designs and production techniques to produce a product
• assessing suitable work methods for his or her own work
• documenting and disseminating own work and applying digital media to edit and present it

Competence

The student is capable of

• evaluating the design and production of clothes and textiles in relation to ethics and an environmental perspective
• planning and carrying out a variety of tasks and projects that take place over time

Project work is an important part of the programme. Teaching is progress-based, from common basic tasks to independent topics chosen by the students themselves.

Students on the course are required to attend workshops and to actively participate in tuition. The teaching methods used in the course are lectures, seminars, supervision and debates. The purpose of this is to develop the students’ knowledge, ideas, practical skills, professional understanding and ability to express themselves. Students are expected to find relevant reading material in addition to the syllabus, and are encouraged to use the learning centres and the resources available there. Joint presentations and exhibitions will form the basis for discussion and assessment of the students’ work.

Project work is an important part of the programme. Teaching is progress-based, from common basic tasks to independent topics chosen by the students themselves.

Students on the course are required to attend workshops and to actively participate in tuition. The teaching methods used in the course are lectures, seminars, supervision and debates. The purpose of this is to develop the students’ knowledge, ideas, practical skills, professional understanding and ability to express themselves. Students are expected to find relevant reading material in addition to the syllabus, and are encouraged to use the learning centres and the resources available there. Joint presentations and exhibitions will form the basis for discussion and assessment of the students’ work.

In order to be permitted to take the exam, the following compulsory coursework must have been completed and approved:

1. Practical-aesthetic project with written documentation

• The student must produce/develop an outfit that falls within the relevant trend.
• Written documentation on the practical-aesthetic work, of around 2,000 Words.

  2. Philosophy of science and research design (group work)

• Group work relating to the teaching
• An oral and visual group presentation

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  Compulsory attendance at teaching activities: The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

  Assessment

  The exam is a practical-aesthetic project, to be carried out individually or in groups (2-3 students), with pertaining written assignment (approx. 2,000 words). The project and the paper are assessed as one. The paper must comply with the guidelines for written assignments and relevant syllabus must be used. 

  The exam result can be appealed.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied With.

Grade scale A-F. 

Two internal examiners. The exam may be selected for grading by external examiners.