Module: TFE4002-20 Introduction to Scenic Design and Costume

Level: 4

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Caroline Francis

Module Tutor Contact Details: c.francis@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module focuses on the introduction, practice and development of essential practical production and staging techniques. Throughout the module you engage in a range of practical and theoretical projects and tests reflecting industry best practice. You learn Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices to prepare you for working on productions at level 5.

The module aims to:

Develop practical production practice skills

Introduce professional production practice

Develop collaborative, practical, and organisational skills

2.Outline syllabus:

Scenic Design explores the basics of deign process, from research, development through to presentation of design concepts. This includes working with scale, conceptual design and white-card model making. Costume explores the basic principles of costume design, research, pattern cutting and basic wardrobe skills.

You undertake a series of short introductory practical and theoretical projects within the scenic design and costume subjects. You learn introductory design concepts, working to scale and develop practical model making and costume construction skills. You receive induction into the Costume workshop to learn how to use the equipment and develop safe working practices.

3.Teaching and learning activities

Tutors provide subject specific lecture support throughout all projects, as well as additional support available through tutorials and project planning meetings. You develop practical skills during lectures and your assessment is through reflection on your learning and development.

All projects are arranged and agreed by the marking tutor. The challenges are as unique and original as the projects. The learning environment mirrors best industry practice and working to deadlines is essential.

All projects are introductory to allow you to make an informed decision about how you progress into level 5. You identify your intended specialism/s during tutorial discussions at the end of semester 1.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Scenic Design Presentation

• % Weighting: 50%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Costume Portfolio or Presentation

• % Weighting: 50%