Handbook fashion l5

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Pearson/BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Fashion & Textiles

Course Handbook 2015 - 2016

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Campus telephone number: 0845 155 2020 www.gloscol.ac.uk Rachel.johnson@gloscol.ac.uk

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Aim of the Handbook

Welcome to the Pearson/BTEC L5 Fashion & Textiles http://www.edexcel.com/quals/highernationals10/Pages/ default.aspx We hope you will find your time of study both challenging and enjoyable. This handbook presentation is for course specific information.

Higher education aims based on the Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) You will develop a sound understanding of the principles in Fashion & Textiles and will learn to apply those principles more widely.

You will learn to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems. Your studies will have a vocational orientation, which will enable you to perform effectively in Fashion & Textiles As a holder of a level 5 (FHEQ) qualification you will have the qualities necessary for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making.

FHEQ Level

Qualification

6 5 4

Bachelors degrees HND and Foundation degree HNC and Certificate of HE

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/academicinfrastructure/ FHEQ/default.asp

Purpose This handbook aims to: • introduce you to important course information; • highlight the opportunity for you to develop skills and offer links to resources; • be used as a signpost for further information, which may be stored on our virtual learning environment (VLE) or though hyperlinks to useful websites.

Name of final award HND in Fashion & Textiles FHEQ: level 5

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QAA Subject Benchmark: Level 5 Qualification Benchmark: HND Level 5 GC Course Code: 5HNDFA/15-Y1 UCAS Code: Enter UCAS 032W http://www.ucas.com/ Date of programme specification: Enter date Date of Review: Enter date Programme accredited by: Edexcel Teaching Institution: Gloucestershire College Programme duration: 2 years Number of modules: 16 Programme leader: Rachel Johnson Entry criteria UCAS Points: 160 Portfolio showing related skills and artwork Mature candidates with relevant experience may be offered a place upon successful interview

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Fashion and Textiles!

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

U1 Visual Communication in Art & Design !

U2 Ideas Generation and Development in Art & Design !

U3 Contextual and Cultural Referencing in Art & Design !

U4 Professional Practice in Art & Design!

U5 Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation !

U9 Research Project!

U10 Design Methods!

U11 Design Principles!

U14 Business Practice in Art & Design!

U28 Editorial Design!

U35 Design Exploration in Textiles!

U38 Design Research in Textiles!

U43 Experimental Printed Textiles!

U45 Design Exploration in Fashion!

U54 Fashion Promotion and Marketing !

U58 Cultural Understanding in Fashion!

Na*onally recognised academic standards “Public confidence in academic

standards requires public understanding of the achievements represented by higher education qualifications”.

(HEFCE, 2009) The FHEQ provide important benchmarks of reference for level 5 (HND) study: • knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles of construction and civil engineering, and of the way in which those principles have developed; • ability to apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied, including, where appropriate, the application of those principles in an employment context; • knowledge of the main methods of enquiry in construction and civil engineering and ability to evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems in the field of study.

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• an understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge.

Typically, holders of a HNC will be able to: • use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis; • effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms to specialist and non-specialist audiences, and deploy key techniques of the discipline effectively; • undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competences that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations.

And holders will have: • the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making.

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Settling in Gloucestershire College offers you a wide range of help and support and it is worth while finding out about the range of opportunities associated with such a large college.

Student Services The student support department of Gloucestershire College will introduce themselves and let you know how to get help with any aspect of student life including: • Counselling; • accommodation advice; • financial advice; • study skills.

Extra help is available from student services representatives who will be happy to give info about the many activities, services and social opportunities available at Gloucestershire College.

See your generic Gloucestershire College Student Handbook for more details.

Student Agreement This agreement is to help you and your tutor understand your roles within the College to ensure you gain maximum benefit from your time with us. Gloucestershire College aims to provide you with a welcoming and caring environment, offering appropriate education in response to your needs as an individual learner.

Induction During induction we will guide you through the most important aspects of being a student, including: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

course programme outline; personal tutor allocation; college student handbook; student agreement; health and safety; student Council opportunities; enrolment and ID cards; initial assessment, advice and guidance; expectations of Higher Education study; finding your way around; Timetables; learning agreement; student services: accommodation advice, financial advice; student support: counselling, study skills; role of Learning Links IT induction and introduction to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE); meet the teaching team.

HE Tutorial Support

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Process: 1:1 or group mee*ngs between the student(s) and Academic Review Tutor to establish a suppor*ve working rela*onship. All mee*ngs are recorded on the college monitoring system

Induc&on • Acclima*za*on to HE in FE • Course informa*on • Timetables / Module choices • Online informa*on • Student accounts • ART role – expecta*ons • Assessment submission, mi*ga*ng circumstances • Ini*al assessment • College Services • Student Representa*ve scheme

HE Tutorial @ Level 4 Suppor&ng Students at Level 4 Ini&al review of progress (Term 1) • SeTling in • Ac*ons from any feedback received • Any issues impac*ng on course work • Referral process if appropriate Second review of progress (Term 2) • Engagement with college life • Review of assessment feedback and ac*ons to improve performance • Module registra*ons (where applicable) • Issues affec*ng progress • Referral process if appropriate Third review of progress (Term 3) • Review engagement • Assessment feedback • Iden*fy strengths, areas of difficulty, barriers • Personal experiences • Ac*ons for development, access to support • Level 5 module choices (if applicable) • 1st year review • UCAS applica*on and personal statement (if applicable) • Addi*onal ac*vi*es and achievement recorded to college monitoring system

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HE Tutorial @ Level 5 Suppor&ng Students at Level 5 Ini&al review of progress (Term 1) • • • • •

SeTling in and review of engagement in college life Ac*ons from previous mee*ng Review UCAS support needs Timetable Issues affec*ng progress

Second review of progress (Term 2) • • •

Assessment feedback from modules Strengths, difficul*es and barriers Ac*ons for development, addi*onal support

Third review of progress (Term 3) • • • •

Student experience of level 5 year Iden*fy future needs Addi*onal ac*vi*es and achievements recorded to college monitoring system Collect intended des*na*on data

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Your responsibilities As a student, you are expected to: • accept responsibility for your own learning with the support of your tutor; • complete all work required to a satisfactory standard, submitted within agreed deadlines; • attend all time tabled classes punctually and regularly and account for any absences to your tutor; • treat College equipment and accommodation with respect; • recognise that other students are also here to learn and respect their opinions and beliefs; • comply with the college rules and regulations; • accept any reasonable action taken by the College if you do not fulfil these requirements; • adhere to the College Equality and Diversity Policy; • discuss your progress with your parents / guardians / employers where appropriate; • feedback and engage in college surveys; • participate in Student Council activities; • sign a student learning agreement; • complete National Student Survey (NSS)

Self Directed Study (SDS) To complete the assessment and unit outcomes you are advised to take advantage of the College facilities outside the taught sessions. These are known as self directed study sessions (SDS).

It is recommended that you study using your manuals or online tutorials, the subject areas currently being taught.

It is recommended that you use the libraries to continue your assessment research and ideas generation.

Lateness Punctuality is an essential part of working. You should endeavour to always be on time – that means ready to start working at the start time, not just arriving. If you are going to be late you should phone Rachel Johnson on the main switchboard. If you are repeatedly late this will become an issue to be explored.

Attendance As with punctuality, attendance is an important part of proving yourself to be reliable. Flexibility & reliability are two of the most important aspects to being successful within industry. If you drop below target attendance, in line with college policy, there will be possible financial penalties.

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Introducing the team‌

Role

Name

email

Head of School

Jane

Course Leader

Rachel Johnson

Rachel.johnson@gloscol.ac.uk

Course Tutor

Jess Philips

Jess.philips@gloscol.ac.uk

Course Tutor

Lisa Van Hallwyn

Tel.nol

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Communication with staff Session time Your main contact with teaching staff will be in timetabled sessions each week. If you have concerns or queries about your study then this is the time to voice them.

Most teaching staff will set aside 10 minutes within a session for 1:1 queries.

Email If your academic queries cannot be answered in a timetabled session you should then email the teaching staff for that subject. The teaching staff will get back to you within three working days. You can also telephone staff if needed but email is the preferred method of communication.

We will send regular emails through the college email system. You will receive a college login after you enrol.

We recommend that you check your emails a minimum of every working day if you are on a full-time course and every two days if you are on a part-time course You can access your email from home by going to www.gloscol.ac.uk homepage and clicking on the ‘login’ link which will then allow you to access your email. From here you use your student number and password to access your emails.

Telephone or post We may also contact you via the telephone or via post when required according to details you provide at enrolment.

Course Leader When on-site you can see the course leader at times indicated on the timetable. If the course leader is off-site you can send an email or refer to one of your subject tutors.

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General Information Accommodation The Gloucestershire College Accommodation Office is based in Student Services at the Cheltenham Campus.

This service is available to all students who need help finding accommodation or who have any other accommodation issues. Drop in or telephone 01242 532007 (24-hour voicemail).

Chaplaincy A Faith area is available on both main sites for your use, this is open to people of all faiths. The Cheltenham Chaplaincy is resourced by churches within Cheltenham.

A team of chaplains from Gloucester City centre churches resource the Gloucester Chaplaincy. You can discuss personal and communal issues with students and staff or get involved in tutorial and discussion groups on a wide range of ethical issues. Please see the college student handbook for further details.

Childcare (check current info) Gloucestershire College has franchise nurseries on site. Details can be found on the website or through Student Services.

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Timetables TUESDAY & THURSDAY PM FRIDAY ALL DAY

If you need another copy then please speak to your course leader

Term Dates

AUTUMN TERM 21st Sept – 18th December SPRING TERM 5th January 2016 – 27th March 2016 SUMMER TERM 13th April 2016 – 17th July 2016 Always refer to the college calendar that is available via the college website for term dates.

This can be found at www.gloscol.ac.uk The website is also updated to inform the students of closure days if they occur.

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Membership of professional bodies There are a number of professional bodies and institutions that we recommend that you consider joining during your studies.

The most popular with HND Fashion & Textiles students are: • • • •

Victoria and Albert Museum Design Museum Fashion & Textiles Museum Patternity

Membership of these bodies will help you with your professional profile and increase your prospects in the future.

More information about joining at student level can be found on the institutions websites. In addition, your tutors will be able to give you advice and guidance about how to join.

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Assessment guidelines Recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL is recognition of achievement from a range of activities gained prior to enrolling on this programme.

RPL will only be possible where learning is shown to be appropriate to the outcomes of the relevant modules or awards and has been achieved through valid methods.

Initial assessment The initial assessment process aims to gather information from a range of different sources to help you achieve your career goals and aspirations through successfully completing your programme.

Assessment tasks Assessment tasks will emphasise active and reflective learning at level 5 on the FHEQ. You will be given clear and full information at the outset of the programme on the nature, timing and general criteria of assessment.

Assessment submission Assessments may be uploaded to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for the unit(s) that you are studying.

Assessments can also be submitted by hand. If you are in any doubt about how to do either method, please ask the subject tutor in the first instance.

All assessments will be given a due date which is not negotiable. Extensions can be provided with prior notice.

Internal verification/moderation of assessment Standards and quality of assessment will be monitored by the appointed internal verifier for your programme according to the Gloucestershire College Internal Verification policy. This will ensure reliability, validity and authenticity.

Feedback Feedback on your assessments will be written on the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Feedback should be timely, supportive and identify areas for improvement and progression. This is as an integral part of the assessment process.

External examiner An external examiner, Principal Standards Verifier for Fashion & Textiles from Pearson, will review a sample of marked assessments to ensure reliable, valid and fair assessment has been conducted.

Exam board All assessment grades that have been internally awarded will be confirmed at the ‘Examination Board’ meetings.

Assessment appeals The college has a full assessment appeals policy that can be viewed on the intranet.

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Assessment Extension Assessment Submission

Gloucestershire College POL 02:

An Assessment Extension Request form must always be submitted when you have a situation that will prevent assessed coursework being presented at the stipulated date and time.

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These forms are available to complete online for each assessment.

You need to complete the AE form prior to the assessment deadline.

Students who are deemed to have abused the Assessment Extension Request process will lose this privilege and may have extensions refused.

All student assessments must be submitted by the deadlines specified on the published assessment schedule.

Any assessments submitted after the deadline without an extension request (AE Form) will not be marked and the student will be deemed to have failed the assessment.

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Plagiarism Cheating is a serious offence and takes many forms including:• Plagiarism – passing off the work of someone else as if it is your own.

• Collusion – working closely with someone else to produce an assignment that is meant to be the work of an individual.

The College deals severely with students who cheat and penalties extend to suspension and withdrawal for a second, or particularly serious first attempt.

In order to avoid an allegation of cheating make sure that you follow the guidance you will have been given on conventions for referencing and for use of quotations.

If you are in any doubt, check with your tutors who will be happy to advise you.

Any student suspected of cheating (i.e. deceiving intentionally to gain unfair advantage, for example through the use of non-permitted materials in examinations or copying another students work and attempting to present it as one’s own), or plagiarism (i.e. using ideas, work or words of another person/s as if they were one’s own without giving credit to the source using the approved method of citation), may have their case presented to a Disciplinary Panel.

Be sure that any phrases, sentences (even part sentences) that appear in your assessments are either your words or if the words of others that they are referenced appropriately. Failure to do so could be construed as plagiarism with serious consequences.

Students should be aware of the seriousness of these acts, and the vigilance with which the college endeavours to enforce the Assessment Submission Policy.

‘Turnitin’ is plagiarism detection software that will be used by the teaching team to check submissions.

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Essentials for Higher Education Study Studying requires a great deal of effort on your part and the time you spend in reading, researching and producing assessments will be much greater than the time spent in teaching sessions. Here are a few essentials for effective study:

Manage your time It is very important to organise and plan your assignments so that you don’t leave everything to the last minute. Use your college diary, VLE calendar and time between lessons to study as this is not meant to be recreational time.

Regard all lessons as essential You will be given information that is vital if you are to correctly complete assessments. Do not regard attendance as optional, if you do this you are on the road to failure.

Embrace Harvard Referencing This is a professional expectation that all sources are referenced correctly.

Practise critical analysis You need to be able to evaluate different types of evidence, based on an understanding of how your data has been collected, interpreted and presented.

Exam skills Exam skills need to be developed if you are to progress to a third year at university.

Utilise the VLE The VLE is used to support your learning experience and communicate with you. It is essential in developing you as an independent and interdependent learner.

Before submission of an assessment please ensure you have done the following: • • • •

number pages and tasks and include a front page.

Add a contents page where appropriate.

Put your student number on each page; all assessments must be word processed unless stated otherwise in the assessment brief using Arial font point 12, with double line spacing; • Any citations must be referenced using the Harvard style and include a bibliography.

• check you have not plagiarised.

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Academic Writing The process of academic writing

Helpful hints:

Research – primary and secondary sources

Write clearly and concisely: • Try to avoid long, awkward sentences that risk losing the interest of the reader;

Plan – list, organise, outline or mindmap

• Avoid a showy display of ‘jargon’ to hide a poorly structured assessment.

Write a draft – take time to write a number of drafts, with revisions, based on further reading and reflection

Peer review – review by ‘critical friend’

Edit and proof read – formatting, spelling, punctuation and references

Submit assessment Adapted from (Stella Cottrell, 2003)

Understand the structure of paragraphs • A paragraph tends to develop a single idea, a series of which forms an essay.

Leave out needless words • Try to avoid phrases such as ‘It can be seen at this point of the enquiry that...’.

Include a reference list in all assessments

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Glossary of Terms Analyse - Study in depth, identifying and deciding the detail in main characteristics

Justify – Prove, give reasons for decisions and conclusions, use evidence to convince reader.

Appraise – consider positive and negative points and give reasoned judgement

List – write an itemised series of simple statements

Assess – Make judgement on the importance of something – similar to evaluate Compare – look for qualities or characteristics that resemble each other. Emphasise similarities and be aware of differences Contrast – Stress the differences between the items in question and don’t ignore points of similarity Define – Give concise and clear meanings without too much detail

Discuss – Examine and analyse carefully, giving reasons for advantages and disadvantages. Consider all sides of the issue and reach a balanced conclusion Evaluate – examine closely, measure strengths and weaknesses, points for and against, in conclusion state your judgement clearly Explain – clarify, interpret and spell out the material you present. Give reasons for important features and try to analyse causes

Outline - provide a framework description under main points and sub points, leave out minor detail. Stress the arrangement of material Review – examine subject critically, analysing and commenting on the important points and stages of development.

Summarise – give the main points or facts in condenses form, omitting details and illustrations

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Suggested Reading List • • Please see course specification for reading list of specialist units.

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