OUGD601 - Module Briefing

Module Aims:

• To define an individual analytical and evaluative research interest within the study of art and design contexts.
• To develop skills in appropriate written and practical research and evaluative formats that reflect an understanding commensurate with BA (Hons) Level 6 academic practices.
• To employ a synthesised understanding of theoretical and practical contexts of individual creative practices and concerns.
• To adequately prepare learners for the theoretical and practical research demands of postgraduate study.

There was initial reservation surrounding the OUGD601 module with the stereotyped  preconceptions of a dissertation, Through the module briefing it was established many of these skills have already been established in level 4 and 5 of the programme and just needed refining and expanding on with a greater sense of academic and critical engagement. This eased any potential anxiety towards the module and opened up the thought of enjoying the process of critical exploration of a topic to enhance my current practice. 

Research plan: 

Begin to develop a better understanding of my subject, documenting an exploration of sub topics and ideas that can be explored within the dissertation. Following this I can refine these ideas and begin to identify a working title, furthermore I will explore seminal texts and identify sources that will aid the progression of my understanding before writing can commence.