Module: ARC4004-20 - Design Studio 2 – Collaborative design

Level: 4

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Ian Parkes

Module Tutor Contact Details: i.parkes2@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module introduces you to the practice of collaborative design. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of different partners on a design project to explore diverse briefs and agendas.

Working in small groups, you will be asked to respond to a design brief that meets the needs of an external client, organisation, or similar professional opportunity such as an international design competition. You will be asked to consider the client’s requirements and the feasibility of the proposed project at the outset in the evaluation of various design aspects. The module challenges you to produce work to an appropriately high standard, and to work within professional practice and discipline.

2.Outline syllabus:

Topics covered include:

● Independent and group working

● Communication skills

● Brief development and the client

● Design process

● Time management

● Personal and group work planning

● Reflection on learning

3.Teaching and learning activities:

Alongside self-directed studio work, these will usually include:

● Staff presentations

● Seminars on technical topics

● Presentation, display and documentation of group work

● Group tutorials, and critical reviews

● Active participation in taught sessions and directed learning

● Site and study visits

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Portfolio (Design records, Sketchbooks, Models, Maquettes, Research Materials, Journal, Proposals)

• % Weighting: 100