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Core Module Information
Module title: Photo: Constructed
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: LMD08108
Module leader: Ron O'Donnell
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Art Design and Photography
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

On this module you will be introduced to the concept of the construction of meaning in the photograph. You will engage and explore ‘constructed photography’, through the control of lighting, staging, mis-en-scene and camera viewpoint. You will work within the studio environment, using composite imaging and editing software, to produce group and individual staged photographic projects informed by a critical consideration of 'constructed' images as they occur in, for example, portraiture, editorial, and fine art contexts.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate, and work with, knowledge and understanding of the main theories, concepts and principles of constructed photography.

LO2: Demonstrate, and work with, knowledge and understanding of a more sophisticated integration of theory and practice.

LO3: Use more advanced research skills to extract and synthesise appropriate information from a wide range of sources.

LO4: Undertake critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of ideas, concepts, information and issues which are within the common understandings of photography.

LO5: Communicate effectively using a range of presentation techniques.

LO6: Exercise autonomy and initiative in some activities at a professional level.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Ron O'Donnell
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 160 Guided by academic staff, you will take ownership of your learning by developing your photographic practice and research beyond taught sessions, through independent study. This process allows you to refine technical skills, deepen conceptual exploration, and engage critically with relevant contexts. By managing your time effectively and applying feedback from critiques and workshops, you will enhance your creative independence and develop a more autonomous approach to your work.
Face To Face Lecture 12 You will explore the key concepts, historical developments, and critical debates in photography relevant to this module. Delivered by academic tutors, lectures provide foundational knowledge, theoretical frameworks, and contextualisation for photographic practice. By actively engaging with, and reflecting on presented ideas, you will deepen your understanding of photography’s technical, cultural, and conceptual dimensions.
Face To Face Tutorial 28 Via tutorial and group critique, you will present your photographic work for discussion and feedback from peers and tutors. This process fosters critical reflection, constructive critique, and deeper engagement with your creative practice. You will articulate your conceptual and technical choices, gain diverse perspectives, and consider your work within broader photographic contexts. By contributing to discussions, you will support peer learning while refining your practice and critical skills.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Practical 60 1~2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period HOURS= body of work A submission of a body of work (selected photographs) developed throughout the module, demonstrating the application of techniques, creativity, and exploration of photographic approaches.Your tutor will discuss with you the appropriate number of images required for your submission, depending on the creative ambitions of your chosen project.
Portfolio 40 1~2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period , WORDS= portfolio A comprehensive workbook documenting your creative development, experimentation, and reflective analysis of the tasks and briefs undertaken during the module. In discussion with your tutor, you will agree on the appropriate length and scope of your workbook, based on the creative ambition of your chosen project. This agreement—along with other key decisions regarding scale, duration, and direction—will be formally recorded within the workbook itself. The workbook will serve as an evolving document of your process, demonstrating critical engagement, decision-making, and the development of your practice over time.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

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