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Core Module Information
Module title: Final Project [Photography]
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 40.00
ECTS credit value: 20
Module code: LMD10125
Module leader: Colin Andrews
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 develop, plan and undertake a major body of work in lens-based or digital media, which will be resolved to a high technical, presentational and conceptual level. This will be supported through lectures from professionals, group seminars, workshops and individual tutorials. All completed work will be submitted as a Portfolio, which should include completed work and evidence of your continued research and development of the project, such as notes, references, logs, diaries, workprints etc compiled into a workbook. This will be supported with a written Reflective Self-Assessment.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically understand the principal theories and concepts of photography and accurately assess their application in creative practice.

LO2: Execute a defined project of research, development and investigation; and identify and implement relevant outcomes.

LO3: Apply a range of skills, practices and materials which are specialised, advanced, or at the forefront of photography.

LO4: Exercising autonomy in managing a sustained project in the context of building a body of work.

LO5: Critically review the resolution of your project and appraise its suitability for your intended context.
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: Colin Andrews
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 340 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 Tutorial 24 Via tutorials, you will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on both your creative and written work. These sessions offer the chance to discuss your ideas in depth, clarify your research direction, and reflect on your project's development. You will be supported in refining your thinking, resolving technical challenges, and identifying next steps. Tutorials also help review progress, set goals, and provide guidance tailored to your practice.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 12 Through practical workshops, you will participate in hands-on sessions aimed at developing your professional, communication, and presentation skills. These workshops focus on key aspects of creative practice, including the preparation, refinement, and exhibition of work. You will be encouraged to exchange ideas, respond to feedback, and contribute to a collaborative and critically engaged learning environment.
Face To Face Seminar 24 Via 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 Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Practical 100 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= Final Project Your Final Project represents the culmination of your undergraduate photographic studies and consists of three interrelated elements: a Final Project (body of work), a supporting Workbook, and a written Self-Reflection.These elements are assessed holistically, demonstrating your ability to develop a coherent and conceptually rigorous photographic project. The submission should evidence advanced creative, technical, and critical skills, as well as a deep engagement with your chosen subject matter and context.The Workbook should document your research, experimentation, and decision-making process, while the Self-Reflection offers a critical evaluation of your practice, outlining your intentions, challenges faced, and the development of your creative voice.Together, these components should demonstrate the culmination of your undergraduate studies and reflect a confident, critically engaged practice - signalling both the completion of this phase of your academic development and your readiness for professional practice or further study.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Final Project [Photography]
 

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