KDM2400 Active Wear and corporate internship Course description

The course consists of two parts. In part 1, Active Wear/sports, emphasis is placed on knowledge development through the design, materials and techniques involved in developing functional clothing. Materiality, cultures and lifestyles are key perspectives in the course and will be seen in conjunction with the Nordic climate. The course in part 1 lasts about 6 weeks.

Part 2 comprises a 9-10 week period of practical training in an enterprise or at another educational institution.

The student will participate in day-to-day operations and become familiar with the company’s structure, culture and values.

Passed the course KDK3010 Art, Dissemination and Context.

No formal requlements over and above the admission requirements

Knowledge

The student:

· has professional knowledge of the development of functional clothing for sports and recreational purposes

· has insight into Nordic values as they relate to the development of clothing for extreme environments and climate conditions

· has insight into the structure and values of an enterprise or an educational institution.

Skills

The student:

· is capable of developing functional clothing in sports and recreation for various areas of use and climate conditions

· is capable of using correct materials, techniques and designs for functional clothing

· is capable of constructive participation in the enterprise/other educational institution

· is capable of discussing and reflecting on different cultural and ethical perspectives, work methods, cooperation and the understanding of roles internally in an enterprise/other educational institution.

Competence

The student:

· has an understanding of fashion contexts in sports and recreation in the Nordic countries

· has insight into relevant issues relating to the environment and climate in the field

· has an understanding of the field in commercial contexts/specialisation in the field from another educational institution

· is capable of planning and implementing varied tasks and projects that take place over time, alone or as part of a group, and in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines.

Project work is an important aspect of part 1 of the course, and students are required to attend and actively participate in group work. The work methods used in part 1 include workshop and supervision teaching, lectures, seminars 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.

Part 2 also requires attendance and active participation in the practical training enterprise or in another educational institution.

Course work requirement spring 2021:

A practical training report (counts 20%) of 2200-2500 words.

Active participation in compulsory teaching activities.

Compulsory attendance in an enterprise or other educational institution.

The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

Coursework earlier:

Active participation in compulsory teaching activities.

Compulsory attendance in an enterprise or other educational institution.

The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

Exam spring 2021 due to Covid-19:

1. Portfolio-examination (counts 100%). The portfolio consist of:

• Design of a collection (minimum 8-10 outfits)

• Production of at least two outfits

• Process documentation of the theory work (approx. 2,000 words)

The portfolio is graded as a whole and given one grade.

The exam can be appealed.

Exam earlier:

1. Portfolio-examination (counts 80%). The portfolio consist of:

• Design of a collection (minimum 8-10 outfits)

• Production of at least two outfits

• Process documentation of the theory work (approx. 2,000 words)

The portfolio is graded as a whole and given one grade.

2 A practical training report (counts 20%) of 2200-2500 words.

Both partial exams can be appealed.

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

Grade scale spring 2021:

For the final assessment a grading scale from A to E is used, where A denotes the highest and E the lowest pass grade, and F denotes a fail.

Part 1 Active Wear count 100% (A-E)

Part 2 Corporate Internship is a coursework requirement this semester.

Grade scale earlier:

For the final assessment a grading scale from A to E is used, where A denotes the highest and E the lowest pass grade, and F denotes a fail.

• Part 1 Active Wear Teller 80% (A-E)
• Part 2 Corporate Internship 20% (A-E)

The bachelor’s thesis in art and design - art and dissemination programme option is based on a chosen area of specialisation and comprises the following two parts:

• a practical-aesthetic and written theory work
• an oral and visual presentation

Research methodology and how to write a thesis

The bachelor’s thesis is based on a chosen area of specialisation within the field of art and dissemination. Art theory is a key aspect of the course. During the work on the bachelor’s thesis, the students shall develop the ability to reflect in an academic context and put their practical training into writing.

The bachelor’s thesis:

In the bachelor’s thesis, the student explores a research question. The bachelor’s thesis shall be based on the student’s own practical creative production in a dissemination perspective. The students shall use the practical and theoretical expertise they have acquired throughout the programme of study in the bachelor’s thesis.

The course starts off with the preparatory project Professional Identity - Artistic manifesto.

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

Knowledge

The student:

• has broad knowledge of important topics, theories, issues, processes, tools and methods relating to the field of art and dissemination
• has an interest in society and is innovative in his/her knowledge of the field
• has good knowledge of research and development work in the field

Skills

The student:

• is capable of identifying, formulating, structuring and carrying out projects in art and dissemination both independently and together with others
• is capable of applying project-based work methods and developing adapted specific contexts
• is capable of applying theory of science and methodology, and relevant theories and methods in the field to his or her own work
• is capable of seeing and discussing his or her own professional practice in relation to current trends, relevant theory, specified framework conditions, the field of practice and communicating his or her own professional expertise
• is capable of demonstrating his or her own expertise in writing, orally, in digital formats and in other relevant forms of expression

General competence

The student:

• is capable of participating in different art productions and developing dissemination strategies in art dissemination in the private and public sector
• is familiar with new ideas and innovative processes
• is capable of applying art and methodology theory, and theory of science
• is capable of planning and carrying out varied tasks and projects that take place over time, alone or as part of a group, and in accordance with ethical and ecological requirements and guidelines
• is familiar with exploratory and experimental methods for ideation and problem solving, and can present field-related problems and tests orally and in writing and in other relevant forms of expression
• has insight into relevant academic and professional ethical issues and has developed his or her ability for critical thinking
• has knowledge of project management and innovation in the field