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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, COMPUTING AND ENGINEERING MA Interior Design Student Handbook Academic Year 2018-19 1
Contents 1 WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO THE SCHOOL 2 KEY STAFF; CONTACT DETAILS AND STAFF ROLES 3 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAMME 4 PROGRAMME OPERATION AND STUDENT REGISTRATION 5 TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT 6 MODULE SPECIFICATIONS 7 PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS (WHERE APPLICABLE) 8 PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT 9 STUDENT SUPPORT 10 RESOURCES AND GENERAL INFORMATION 11 ACADEMIC APPEALS 12 COMPLAINTS 13 EXTENUATION APPENDIX A Campus Map APPENDIX B Academic Calendar APPENDIX C List of useful web pages APPENDIX D Student Attendance and Engagement Policy – Guidance for students APPENDIX E Terms of Reference for Programme Committee APPENDIX F Academic Misconduct and Plagiarism APPENDIX G Health and Safety APPENDIX H Support offered by Student Life 1 WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO THE SCHOOL Welcome to the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering (ACE) at the University of East London. We are dedicated to supporting our students in their studies and offer a wealth of knowledge, innovation and experience that provides students with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and understanding of their chosen field. The School provides a dynamic and stimulating environment in which to study inspiring and creative subjects. ACE aims to be the leading provider of employable graduates in the country through introducing the latest pedagogical concepts, novel learning and teaching methods, and practice-based research of relevance to the local and regional cultural community. The rich diversity of cultures, life experience and backgrounds of East London is reflected in those of our London-based students who have chosen to study at UEL. They are together on campus with many 2
international students from around the World. In order to respond appropriately and sensitively to any issues relating to diversity, UEL has an Equality and Diversity Strategy which can be found at: http://dl-cfs 01.uel.ac.uk/hrservices/documents/emhandbook/generalpolicies.pdf We want you to be able to make the most of your time with us here at UEL, properly and fully supported at every step. In January 2015, we launched two brand new Student Centres, at our Docklands and Stratford campuses, with state-of-the-art technology and a new ‘One Stop Shop’ for all your queries. We will be able to offer you the full range of services, including helpdesk services, a dedicated telephone service and webmail facility. These will be delivered by fully trained Student Support staff, able to help you quickly and effectively with any general questions and provide you with support and guidance immediately. The new Student Centres will have better social spaces too, for you to meet friends, eat, drink, study and relax, so you’ll be able to spend your time doing the things you really want to do. The new Centres will be your place at UEL, the heart of your student life. 2 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAMME This handbook is intended for all students taking the MA Interior Design. You will find it a useful source of information at the start of your programme but you should also keep it for reference purposes throughout your time here. It is, however, not intended to provide all you need to know, so you should also read the ‘Essential Guide For Students’ booklet, ‘The Student Charter’, and the School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering Guide For Students handbook. The University is staffed by a team of enthusiastic and caring professionals, both teaching and support staff, and we will work hard to make your educational experience a successful one. If you can match this by participating fully and giving your best, then I am sure that your time at the University of East London and within the School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering will be both enjoyable and rewarding. A Postgraduate Masters course differs from undergraduate studies in that you are expected to work much more independently. We will meet two or three times a week. In between the scheduled teaching activities, however, you need to work intensely and research independently. We will not spoon-feed you, but we will guide you and support you. We will issue regular briefs and requests for coursework to help you meet the final learning outcomes and aims required in order to be awarded your MA degree. It is therefore important that you undertake the tasks we ask of you, even if you find them difficult and may have never done them before. You learn by doing. 3. STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME The MA Interior Design is a full-time programme. This means that is expected from you to devote the equivalent amount of time that you would devote to a full-time job. This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to: • Enhance your ability to grasp complex design ideas and to engage in creative and experimental processes. • Develop an in-depth understanding of the contemporary discourse on Interior Design. • Engage in advanced design abilities. • Represent and communicate ideas. • Develop a professional ethos and attitude. • Contextualise design; develop the ability to understand the links between design and other cultural and everyday phenomena. The 12-month programme is organised into three terms: (1) Sept – Dec., (2) Jan. – May, (3) June – Sept. Module AR7030 is taught over term 1 and 2. Module AR7031 is taught over term 3. Module AR7032 is taught over term 1. Module AR7033 is taught over term 2. The main aim of Module 1 is to allow students to experiment through a number of different brief exercises, and then consolidate their skills through an advanced design project. 3
The main aim of Module 2 is to allow the students to specialise on a topic of their choice. The coursework that they complete may have the form of a research thesis, a design-driven thesis, or a professional practice advanced thesis. Module Module Name Component Percentage Word count / Duration Code of Weighting Assessment AR7030 XSXL - Interior Design Project: From Portfolio1 100% Equivalent to 420 hours of Context to Detail (60 Credits) study. Term 1 and 2 AR7031 Thesis: Into the real (60 Credits) Portfolio 100% Equivalent to 420 hours of study. Term 3 AR7032 Interior Design Theory 1 (30 credits) Portfolio 100% Portfolio including reports and visual material. Equivalent to 210 hours of study. Term 1 AR7033 Interior Design Theory 2 (30 credits) Portfolio 100% Portfolio including reports and visual material. Equivalent to 210 hours of study. Term 2 Intermediate Awards If you are unable to complete your studies, you will not leave UEL without a qualification. The following awards can be made on successful completion credits as follows: MA Interior Design: 180 credits PG Diploma in Interior Design: 120 credits PG Cert in Interior Design: 60 credits Attendance Modes This is a full-time one-year programme and attendance is obligatory. Students cannot study remotely. All students will participate in the common UEL induction week activities (dates can be found on the academic calendar). During the induction week, as well as during the first week of your studies, you will meet the programme tutors and you will be briefed about the programme content in detail. KEY STAFF; CONTACT DETAILS AND STAFF ROLES Support While You Study Following a higher education programme inevitably takes a number of years and many things will happen to you during the time you are studying. Some events are predictable, but others are unexpected. Some are relatively insignificant, but others can seriously affect your studies. The School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering strives for excellence in student support. You will always be able to find a sympathetic person who will try to help you if at all possible. Obviously it would take a very special kind of person to be able to sort out every different type of problem that might arise. The most important thing is to find the RIGHT person to help you. The first person to contact in many cases will be your Programme Leader. Even if they are not the “best” person to solve your problem they will know someone who is! Programme Leader: Dr Anastasia Karandinou Your Programme Leader will be able to advise you on general matters about the programme you are following. If you have a problem with a particular module, and have not been able to resolve it by talking to the Module Leader, you should bring the matter to the Programme Leader. Programme Leaders are responsible for liaison with Programme Representatives for the year. They also have other duties, which vary from year-to-year and are often connected with quality improvement projects. 4
Module Leaders and personal tutors: Module Leaders are responsible for the delivery of their module. They co-ordinate the team of tutors who are available to you during tutorials and practical sessions. As far as possible any problems or questions concerning individual modules should be addressed to the Module Leader. In most cases this can be done within seminars, workshops or practical sessions. Occasionally, it may be necessary to speak to the tutor outside these times. General academic advice can also be obtained from Personal Tutors. UEL ensures the pastoral care of its students through a system of Personal Tutors. Therefore, if you have a problem of any kind your Personal Tutor is the person to whom you should go in the first instance. Your Personal Tutor may be able to help you or will be able to point you in the right direction. Every student is allocated a Personal Tutor within the first two weeks of their arrival at the University. This is a member of academic staff who you can go to, individually, for general guidance and advice. Personal Tutors may discuss key choices (e.g. subject choices or research paths) and review your progress. If you are unsure as to who your personal tutor is, please contact the programme leader. Personal Tutors will arrange meetings with their tutees; no less than four meetings should be scheduled during the year. CONTACTS: General Enquiries School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering, University of East London, 4-6 University Way, London E16 2RD School Reception/Helpdesk EB +44 (0)20 9223 2041 Website www.uel.ac.uk/ace Dean of School Dr. Hassan Abdalla Programme Leader Dr Anastasia Karandinou a.karandinou@uel.ac.uk + 44 (0)20 8223 7033 Programme Administrator Mark James M.James2@uel.ac.uk + 44 (0)20 8223 2511 Technician/Technical Staff AVA Building David Ring – Technical Resource Manager d.ring@uel.ac.uk + 44 (0)20 8223 3445 Module Leaders and personal tutors The team of tutors will be introduced to you in the beginning of the year. The programme leader will email you the contact details of all tutors of the programme. The core tutors for this academic year are the following: Dr Anastasia Karandinou (MA programme leader) a.karandinou@uel.ac.uk Luisa Alpalhao (MA tutor and BA programme leader) luisa@atelierurbannomads.org Sabina Andron sabinaandron@gmail.com Kyriaki Nasioula kyriaki@nasioulas.gr Giovanni Petrolito gi.petrolito@gmail.com 5
4 PROGRAMME OPERATION AND STUDENT REGISTRATION Student Module registration is handled through the Student Hub, located on the Ground Floor of the East Building at Docklands Campus. Programme Delivery Knowledge is developed through • Seminars, lectures and guided workshops • Knowledge-based activities with feedback; • Studio-based discussions and activities. Thinking skills are developed through • Reflective activities with feedback; Practical skills are developed through • Studio discussions, hands-on workshops and activities. • Research skills-based activities with feedback. Skills for life and work (general skills) are developed through • Planning activities with feedback; • Project work. POLITE REQUEST As a matter of common courtesy, during all lectures and other classes, please: Attend all timetabled sessions including lectures, tutorials and practical Arrive on time Have your own materials and all equipment required for the class Turn off your mobile phone Remove Bluetooth and other ear pieces Remove your hat or baseball cap Do not chat Do not wander around or in and out of the room Speak English at all times Supporting you now and in the future There are a range of ways in which you can access support for your studies, which are outlined through this handbook. For example, each School has introduced Learning Achievement Assistants (LAAs) and Learning Achievement Mentors (LAMs) to help you achieve your full potential by developing your academic skills. Our Stay on Track campaign is a new initiative to help you stay on top of your studies as well as access the right support when you need it. Details of other sources of advice and support can be found elsewhere in this handbook. New regulations The University’s academic regulations are available at: Academic Framework Regulations http://www.uel.ac.uk/wwwmedia/internal/qa/policies/Academic-Framework---Assessment-Regulations- Section-3-updated-June-2014.doc The Importance of Attendance You have made a commitment to work towards achieving academic success by enrolling on your programme and registering on your modules. We know, as you do, that in order to achieve ultimate success in your studies it is important that you participate in, and engage fully with, all your scheduled activities such as lectures, workshops and seminars. We therefore regard attendance as essential, as we are sure you will. 6
Punctuality is also crucial (if you turn up late you may find you will not be allowed to enter – late attendance causes disruption for others). Other aspects of behaviour are important as well – for instance, no food or drink should be consumed in lectures or classes and all mobile phones should be turned off. Recording Attendance We are obliged to keep records of your attendance. For all teaching activities specified by your School (lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars, etc.) a record will be kept. You must ensure that you can demonstrate your attendance through this recording process by swiping in to booked venues. It is your responsibility to ensure that your presence at each seminar/tutorial/workshop is noted. If you cannot attend If you cannot attend you should let us know, either beforehand or as soon as possible afterwards. You should notify your Programme Administrator. You should give your name, student number and the class for which you were unable to attend. If you do not attend regularly If you do not attend regularly or do not keep us informed of occasional non-attendance you will find that the School will contact you to discuss the matter with you. It is important that you take this communication seriously and make contact immediately. If you attend regularly If you attend regularly you will get the most out of your studies, you will maximise your chances of success, and you will find the relationships you build up in classes support you in your achievements. If you need to inform UEL about any changes to your address or contact details, please visit the Student Hub on the Ground Floor of the East Building, or go online to UEL Direct. 5 TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT How we monitor the quality of this programme The quality of this programme is monitored each year through evaluating: external examiner reports (considering quality and standards); statistical information (considering issues such as the pass rate); student feedback. Drawing on this and other information, course teams undertake the annual Review and Enhancement Process which is coordinated at School level and includes student participation. The process is monitored by the Quality Committee. Once every six years an in-depth review of the whole field is undertaken by a panel that includes at least two external subject specialists. The panel considers documents, looks at student work, speaks to current and former students and speaks to staff before drawing its conclusions. The result is a report highlighting good practice and identifying areas where action is needed. Assessment Regulations The assessment of each module will be based on a portfolio submission. Through the portfolio the student will provide evidence that the learning outcomes have been met. By the term portfolio here we mean a body of work, which includes a range of different elements, such as visual material, short essays, evidence of the student’s involvement in learning activities, etc. The portfolio will present both the process and the final outcome of the students’ work, and will include drawings, visualisations, photos of models and other visual and written material. The portfolio will also include visual evidence of the student’s participation in the required learning activities, such as presentations, making workshops, field trips, online discussions/platforms, etc. In this way, the portfolio will offer the tutors the possibility to assess the student’s progress and effort at different stages of the project. Students will be expected to complete specific exercises/coursework by given deadlines throughout the year. Formative assessment will take place at the end of each exercise, and students will be given formative 7
feedback. These distinct exercises or stages of a project will be included in the portfolio of the relevant module, which will be assessed in a summative manner. Students with disabilities and/or particular learning needs should discuss assessments with the Programme Leader to ensure they are able to fully engage with all assessment within the programme. Intellectual skills are assessed by student performance in seminars, essays and the Thesis. Each of these is a learning, as well as an assessment tool. Practical skills are assessed by workshop and design exercises. Transferable skills are assessed through student performance in essays and the dissertation, as well as in individual tutorials and dissertation seminars. http://www.uel.ac.uk/lls/index.htm (also detailed in Appendix C) provides full information on referencing and the avoidance of plagiarism, reference and web link to Academic Integrity Policy. Please refer to Appendix F containing information on Academic Misconduct and Plagiarism. The electronic version of “Cite Them Right: the essential referencing guide” 9th edition, can be accessed whilst on or off campus, via UEL Direct. The book can only be read online and no part of it can be printed nor downloaded. Feedback from the double marking will follow usually within two weeks of submission, the external examiner may then amend marks before the marks go to the Assessment and Award Boards. Assessment and feedback are fundamental parts of the student learning experience, The UEL Assessment and Feedback Policy can be found at: http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/policies/assessmentpolicy Details of the assessment criteria used for the modules can be found within the module specifications included further down in this handbook. Our Skills Curriculum is an entitlement for our students. It has been designed to ensure that students are taught, have the opportunity to practice, and are assessed in Skills for: Academic Learning, Employability (Professional Practice) and Research. Details can be found at: http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/policies/skills/ The UEL Skills Portal has been designed to act as a single gateway to a whole range of skills support that will help you progress through your studies. Details can be found at: http://www.uel.ac.uk/skills/introduction.htm Research Integrity The University of East London conducts high quality, innovative research and is guided by the principles and standards outlined in The Concordat to Support Research Integrity 2012; the University’s Code of Practice for Research policy; Code of Practice for Research Ethics; Procedure for the Investigation of Misconduct in Research, for staff and students, and the UEL Research Strategy 2014-2017. The Concordat seeks to provide a national framework for good research governance and its conduct. The Concordat applies to all fields of research supporting a research environment that is underpinned by ethical values. The University adheres to its responsibility to support and promote the highest standards of rigour and integrity and embed a culture of honesty, transparency, care and respect for all participants and subjects of research. The University is committed to ensuring that research is conducted with integrity and good research practices are upheld. Research Ethics The University through its researchers will ensure that any research involving human participants, human material, or personal or sensitive data complies with all legal and ethical requirements and other applicable guidelines. The University has established Research Ethics Committees at University and School level to ensure appropriate ethical review of research projects involving human participation or personal data. The 8
research study will require ethical approval from the University Research Ethics Committee (UREC), one of the School Research Ethics Committees (SRECs) or where applicable, Collaborative Partner Research Ethics Committees (CRECs). UREC reviews ethics applications from staff, MPhil, PhD, Post and Professional Doctorates and Masters by research students. SRECs and CRECs consider applications from taught Masters and undergraduate students. All research involving human participation or human material will require formal approval from UREC, SREC or CREC before the research commences. Students should submit research projects involving human participants, human material or personal data for ethical review, by the appropriate University Research Ethics Committee, and abide by the outcome of the review. The Ethics Committees ensure that appropriate procedures for obtaining informed consent are observed, having particular regard to the needs and capacity of the subjects involved. The dignity, rights, safety and well-being of participants must be the primary consideration in any research study. Appropriate care must be taken when research projects involve: vulnerable groups, such as elderly people, children or people with mental ill-health; and covert studies or other forms of research which do not involve full disclosure to participants. The Research Ethics Committees also ensure that such research projects have been submitted for approval to all applicable external bodies, ethical, regulatory or otherwise. Students who wish to conduct research in the NHS or Health and Social Care must apply to the NHS through the Integrated Research Application System (IRAS). The on-line application for ethical approval will be reviewed by a NHS or Social Care Research Ethics Committee. Students conducting studies under the auspices of any of the UK Departments of Health and/or the NHS are required to submit copies of their NHS or Social Care ethics approval letter and IRAS application form to the UREC Committee. UREC will grant consent for the study and issue an approval and sponsorship letter for the research, on behalf of the University. The University acts as a sponsor for NHS or Social Care approved research projects. Students should conduct their studies in accordance with the conditions specified in the NHS or Social Care ethics approval letter. Students should understand their responsibilities to conduct research to high ethical standards and be aware of policies and procedures on good research practice. The University has established guidelines to preserve the confidentiality and security of personal data, relating to human participants and human material involved in research projects. Students must comply with the regulations of appropriate regulatory or statutory bodies and any legal obligations when conducting or collaborating in, research in other countries. Students should also observe the legal and ethical requirements existing in the UK and in the countries where the research will take place. Students should ensure that they have fully prepared for their planned research, allowing enough time to submit an application for ethical approval and obtain appropriate consent. It is advisable to seek guidance from supervisors on proposed research projects. No data collection or recruitment of human participants for the research study may commence until ethical approval from UREC; SREC; CREC; or a NHS or Social Care Research Ethics Committee is confirmed. Students may only use data where ethical approval has been obtained, and in accordance with the conditions specified on the approval letter throughout the length of the study. Amendments to an approved research study must be submitted to the relevant Research Ethics Committee and obtain ethical approval before any changes to the project may be implemented. Ethical approval for research projects cannot be granted retrospectively. Research conducted with human participants or human material, without ethical approval, is considered misconduct in research and as such students may be subject to disciplinary proceedings. If students consider that human participants in theirs, or others, research are subject to unreasonable risk or harm, they must report the concerns to their supervisor and, where required, to the appropriate regulatory authority. Similarly, concerns relating to the improper and/or unlicensed use or storage of human material, or the improper use or storage of personal data, should also be reported. More information can be found on the following documents: Code of Practice for Research policy: http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/ethics/ Code of Practice for Research Ethics: http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/ethics/ Research Integrity and Ethics website: http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/research/ Procedure for the Investigation of Misconduct in Research - Students: http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/currentstudents/library/ 9
The Concordat to Support Research Integrity, 2012: http://www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/highereducation/Documents/2012/TheConcordatToSupportResearchInt egrity.pdf UEL Research Strategy, 2014-2017: http://www.uel.ac.uk/wwwmedia/uelwebsite/contentassets/images/research/REDS453---UEL-Research- Strategy-Document-V.3.pdf 6 MODULE SPECIFICATIONS Module specifications are available to view electronically, and can be found at www.uel.ac.uk/ace Module Specification Module Title: Module Code: AR7030 Module Leader: XSXL - Interior Design Project: Dr Anastasia Karandinou From Context to Detail Level: 7 Credit: 60 ECTS credit: 30 Pre-requisite: Pre-cursor: Co-requisite: Excluded combinations : Location of delivery: UEL Main aim(s) of the module: - To develop an in-depth understanding of the contemporary discourse on Interior Design. - To develop advanced design skills. - To develop the ability to design processes which will lead to innovative design. - To develop a range of representational skills. - To develop a professional ethos and attitude. - To develop the ability to contextualise design; to develop the ability to understand the links between design and other cultural and everyday phenomena. Main topics of study: - Advanced design principles and methods. - Contemporary Interior Design. - Representational methods and techniques. - Specialised design projects. (For example: retail design/ home interiors design/ furniture design/ stage set design.) - Through this module, students will engage in shorter projects in order to examine a concept or skill in depth, and in longer projects, in order to combine and consolidate the knowledge and the skills developed. For some projects, the process will simulate some of the key-stages of a ‘life’ professional interior design project. For parts of the project, the students will work in groups and will address a brief as if it was a life project. Specific themes of study may include: - The new market era; from local to high-street, to e-commerce, and back to (g)local. The market place has always been a place for social and cultural interaction. What is the role of the interior designer in the current changing market-scene? - The working environment of the future. How is the office space changing in the 21st century? How do new technologies and media influence the way in which people work, meet and collaborate? People sometimes work on trains, while commuting, at cafes, in communal hot-desking studios; how does design both inspire new modes of working environments and respond to the current needs? - Light design. Analysis of precedents, critical analysis of the design concept and of the relevant technical specifications. - New materials and technologies; how do they influence design? - Interdisciplinary projects; why are they increasingly popular and what challenges do they entail? - Art and Interior Design; how is one influencing the other and how art processes can lead to the generation of innovative design concepts? - Stage Set design. Interior Design in the theatre world. Learning Outcomes for the module 10
Please use the appropriate headings to group the Learning Outcomes. While it is expected that a module will have LOs covering a range of knowledge and skills, it is not necessary that all four headings are covered in every module. Please delete any headings that are not relevant. You should number the LOs sequentially to enable mapping of assessment tasks. At the end of this module, students will be able to: Knowledge 1. Analyse, understand in depth, interpret and critically present a range of contemporary design precedents 2. Critically evaluate the ethical/ social/economical/ political implications of design processes 3. Translate concepts into engaging design proposals 4. Propose and create interior design projects Subject-based practical skills 5. Create advance drawings at different scales. 6. Create models at the expected professional standards, at different scales. 7. Compose presentations for design-related projects. Skills for life and work (general skills) 8. Work both independently and in groups in a professional and collegiate manner; exchange knowledge and skills with their peers. Teaching/ learning methods/strategies used to enable the achievement of learning outcomes: • Studio - Seminars: The seminars will include presentations delivered by the tutors, reflective critical discussions, and hands-on exercises. • Presentations and Crits: The students will present their work-in-progress and their final projects to the rest of the group and to their tutors, at several moments throughout the year; Interim crits and final crits. Constructive feedback and discussion will enhance their learning experience. Feedback: Constructive feedback will be offered at a weekly basis verbally in small groups or individually. Constructive feedback will be also offered at the interim and final crits. Assessment methods which enable students to demonstrate the Weighting: Learning Outcomes demonstrated: learning outcomes for the module; please define as necessary: 100% 1-8 Portfolio (equivalent of approximately 420 hours of study) [By the term ‘Portfolio’, we mean a body of work, which may include: drawings, photos of models, analysis of spaces and concepts with the use of diagrams, short reports, longer essays, evidence of analytical and critical exploration and thinking. The portfolio may include both individual and group work. When group work is included, each student is expected to identify their own contribution to the specific exercise.] Reading and resources for the module: Core Brooker, G. and L. Weinthal, Eds. (2013). The Handbook of Interior Architecture and Design. London; New York, Bloomsbury Academic. Brown, R. and L. Farrelly (2012). Materials and Interior Design, Laurence King. Brownell, B. (2013). Material Strategies: Innovative Applications in Architecture, Princeton Architectural Press. Dal Co, F. & Mazzariol, G. (1984). Carlo Scarpa: The Complete Works. Electra / Architectural Press. Eames, C., et al. (2001). Ray and Charles Eames: Eames Design, APT International. Harries, K. (1997). The Ethical Function of Architecture. Cambridge, Mass., The MIT Press. Hauptmann, D. (2006). The body in architecture. Rotterdam, 010 Publishers. Kronenburgh, R. (1998). Ephemeral/ portable architecture, John Wiley & Sons. Mallgrave, H. F. (ed.). (2006). Architectural Theory: Anthology from Vitruvius to 1870. Oxford: Blackwell. Mesher, L. (2010). Retail Design Lausanne, AVA Publishing. Murray, S. (2013). Translucent Building Skins: Material Innovations in Modern and Contemporary Architecture, Taylor & Francis. Ockman, J. (1993). Architectural Culture 1943-1968: A Documentary Anthology. New York: Columbia University Press/Rizzoli. Postell, J. and N. Gesimondo (2011). Materiality and Interior Construction, Wiley. Schittich, C. (2008). Interior Surfaces and Materials: Aesthetics, Technology, Implementation, Birkhäuser. Serota, N. (1996). Experience Or Interpretation: The Dilemma of Museums of Modern Art. London, Thames & Hudson. Journals: ARQ (Architectural Research Quarterly) Journal of Architectural Education The Journal of Architecture Volume Grey Room Journal of Interior Design 11
Recommended Raizman, D. (2003). History of Modern Design: Graphics and Products Since the Industrial Revolution, Laurence King.Haydn, F. and R. Temel, Eds. (2006). Temporary Urban Spaces. Basel, Boston, Berlin, Birkhauser. Bouman, O. and R. van Toorn (1994). The invisible in architecture. London, Wiley. Corbusier, L., et al. (2012). Le Corbusier: Furniture and Interiors 1905-1965, University of Chicago Press. Corner, J. (2002). The agency of mapping. Mappings. D. Cosgrove. London, Reaktion: 213-252. Di Benedetto, S. (2013). An Introduction to Theatre Design, Taylor & Francis. Farrelly, L. and N. Crowson (2015). Representational Techniques for Architecture, Bloomsbury Publishing. 1 Locker, P. (2010). Basics Interior Design 02: Exhibition Design, AVA Academia. Media, S. C. (2012). On Show: Temporary Design for Fairs, Special Events, and Art Exhibitions, Gingko Press. Sparke, P., et al. (2009). Designing the modern interior: from the Victorians to today, Berg. Temple, N. (2006). Disclosing Horizons: Architecture, Perspective and Redemptive Space, Taylor & Francis. Thompson, J. A. A. and N. Blossom (2015). The Handbook of Interior Design, Wiley. Wolf, R. C. and D. Block (2013). Scene Design and Stage Lighting, Cengage Learning. Indicative learning Activity and teaching time (10 hrs per credit): 1. Student/tutor This module spreads over Term 1 and Term 2. interaction: Students will attend studio sessions on a weekly basis. The studio sessions will include: Presentations, specialised seminars, workshop activities, group and one-to- 144 hours one tutorials, visits to galleries and exhibitions, directed design exercises, reviews and interim crits of the student work, short presentations delivered by students. The contact time will be 144 hours (6h of contact time in average per week x 24 weeks = 144h) 2. Student learning The students are expected to devote a minimum of two additional day per week for preparation. Preparation time: will include: 456 - Reading relevant material in the Library. - Visiting relevant museums and galleries and keeping up to date with the design world. - Developing their design projects. - Working in groups to discuss and evolve their design concepts, and progress on their design exercises. - Prepare short presentations of their work, and assemble their portfolios. Total hours (1 and 60 Credits. 2): 60 credits: 600 hours of study in total. 600 Module Specification Module Title: Module Code: AR7031 Module Leader: Thesis: Into the real Dr Anastasia Karandinou Level: 7 Credit: 60 ECTS credit: 30 Pre-requisite: Pre-cursor: Co-requisite: Excluded combinations : Location of delivery: UEL Main aim(s) of the module: - To research in depth on a concept or theme relevant to interior design, and gain in-depth knowledge and expertise. - To develop a professional ethos and attitude. - To develop the ability to liaise with other professionals and develop links and collaborations. - To consolidate a body of work and communicate it successfully in different contexts and to different audiences. - To develop the ability to reflect critically, discuss, represent visually and in writing complex design ideas and transform them into design proposals. - To present a concept or project in a professional manner. - To develop the ability to contextualise design; to develop the ability to understand the links between design and other cultural and everyday phenomena. Main topics of study: - The relationship between the contemporary social, cultural, technological phenomena and their impact upon design practices. 12
- Research methods. - Relationship between theory and practice; research and design. - Professional processes and presentations. - Specialised design/ research projects. (For example: retail design/ home interiors design/ furniture design/ stage set design/ the body in space/ the political implications of design/ the relationship between the cultural discourse and the design practices). Through this module, students will select a topic that they wish to research on and specialise in. Their thesis can acquire a number of different forms: For example, it can have the form of an essay, a design-driven research project, an advance experimental design project. The output will be presented in a professional manner through a portfolio. The portfolio can be a visual portfolio, a booklet, or a website (accompanied by a printed report). Learning Outcomes for the module At the end of this module, students will be able to: Knowledge 1. Interrelate conceptual, theoretical and practical tools and methods. 2. Understand the relationship between theory, strategy and design and communicate this in a professional and rigorous way. 3. Demonstrate critical reflection on social/cultural/economic/technical knowledge and its integration into design processes and professional life Thinking skills 4. Synthesise the ideas presented within studies, texts or other learning materials Subject-Based Practical skills 5. Construct and demonstrate clear, well defended argument using a range of media and approaches Skills for life and work (general skills) 6. Work both individually and/ or as part of a team, following strategies that are critically selected and appropriate for the specific project. Teaching/ learning methods/strategies used to enable the achievement of learning outcomes: • Studio - Seminars: The seminars will include presentations delivered by the tutors and reflective critical discussions. • Presentations and Crits: The students will present their work-in-progress and their final research/ projects to the rest of the group and to their tutors, at several moments throughout the year; Interim crits and final crits. Constructive feedback and discussion will enhance their learning experience. Feedback: Constructive feedback will be offered at a weekly basis verbally in small groups or individually. Constructive feedback will be also offered at the interim and final crits. Assessment methods which enable students to demonstrate the Weighting: Learning Outcomes demonstrated: learning outcomes for the module; please define as necessary: 100% 1-6 Portfolio (equivalent of approximately 420 hours of study) [By the term ‘Portfolio’, we mean a body of work, which may include: drawings, photos of models, analysis of spaces and concepts with the use of diagrams, short reports, longer essays, evidence of analytical and critical exploration and thinking. The portfolio may include both individual and group work. When group work is included, each student is expected to identify their own contribution to the specific exercise.] The assessment will be based on a portfolio submission which will include reports and visual material. Reading and resources for the module: These must be up to date and presented in correct Harvard format unless a Professional Body specifically requires a different format Core Bloomer, K. C. (1977). Body, Memory, and Architecture. New Haven, Yale University Press. Carmel-Arthur, J. (1999). Philippe Starck, Carlton. Haydn, F. and R. Temel, Eds. (2006). Temporary Urban Spaces. Basel, Boston, Berlin, Birkhauser. Hays, K. M., Ed. (1998). Architecture Theory Since 1968. Cambridge, Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Kahn, L. I. and D. Ngo (1998). Louis Kahn: Conversations with Students, Princeton Architectural Press. Kepes, G. (1995). Language of vision. New York, Dover Publications. Kirkham, P. (1995). Charles and Ray Eames: designers of the twentieth century. Cambridge, Mass. ; London, MIT Press. Kronenburgh, R. (1998). Ephemeral/ portable architecture, John Wiley & Sons. Marcus, G. H. and W. Whitaker (2013). The Houses of Louis Kahn, Yale University Press. 13
Hoboken, New Jersey, Wiley. Postell, J. and N. Gesimondo (2011). Materiality and Interior Construction, Wiley. Preece, Roy. (1994). Starting Research: a New Post-graduate's Guide to Researching and Writing Up. Continuum International Publishing. Raizman, D. (2003). History of Modern Design: Graphics and Products Since the Industrial Revolution, Laurence King. Rendell, Jane. Architectural research and disciplinarity. ARQ vol 8, no.2, 2004/p. 141-147 Schildt, G. and A. Aalto (1994). Alvar Aalto: the complete catalogue of architecture, design, and art, Rizzoli. Scott Brown, D., et.al (2006). Contemporary public space: Un-volumetric architecture. Milano, Skira. Recommended Benjamin, A. (2000). Architectural philosophy. London, Athlone Press. Coyne, R. (2010). Derrida for Architects. Corbusier, L. (1987). The decorative art of today, MIT Press. Hill, J. (2001). Architecture : the subject is matter. London, Routledge. Pallasmaa, J. and P. B. MacKeith (2006). Archipelago. Essays on architecture: for Juhani Pallasmaa. Helsinki, Rakennustieto. Simmel, G. (1997). Bridge and door. Rethinking architecture. N. Leach. London, Taylor & Francis, Routledge. Sparke, P., et al. (2009). Designing the modern interior: from the Victorians to today, Berg. Temple, N. (2006). Disclosing Horizons: Architecture, Perspective and Redemptive Space, Taylor & Francis. Till, J. (2009). Architecture depends. Cambridge Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Tschumi, B. (1994). Architecture and disjunction. Cambridge, Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Indicative learning Activity and teaching time (10 hrs per credit): 1. Student/tutor This module is taught over Term 3. interaction: 36 hours 6 studio sessions x 6 hours = 36 hours 2. Student learning The students are expected to devote a minimum of two additional day per week for preparation. Preparation time: will include: 564 hours - Reading relevant material in the Library. - Visiting relevant museums and galleries and keeping up to date with the design world. - Developing their research/ design thesis. - Prepare short presentations of their work, write an essay/ report and assemble their portfolios. Total hours (1 and 60 Credits. 2): 600 Module Title: Module Code: AR7032 Module Leader: Level: 7 Dr Anastasia Karandinou Interior Design Theory 1 Credit: 30 ECTS credit: 15 Pre-requisite: None Pre-cursor: None Co-requisite: None Excluded combinations : None Location of delivery: UEL Main aim(s) of the module: • Gain a good understanding of a number of interior design precedents and of the relevant underpinning design principles. • Develop the ability to read, research, analyse, understand and communicate a thorough understanding of a design-related literature and design precedents. Main topics of study: - Study of precedents. - Study of the relationship between design precedents and the social/ political/ cultural context. - Study of the links between strategies, specific design concepts and outputs. Each year, the team of tutors will choose and work with the students on a specific theme. Students will research the topic through readings and analysis of precedents. Indicative topics are the following. 14
Analysis of the evolution of the shopping experience in the 20th and 21st centuries. What is the relationship between commercial activities and social interaction? How does the emergence of the online commerce influence the design and use of the commercial environments, the ‘store window’, and the public space? Meeting places. How does the design of a café relates to the subtle changes taking place in society over time? How does the design of a café relates to its locality? What does the proximity of people sharing a table tells us about the relevant social conventions? How is the use of coffee places changing over time and how does this relate to their interior design? Learning Outcomes for the module At the end of this module, students will be able to critically: Knowledge 1. Understand the significance of historical/ political/ social/ economic/ ethical/ aesthetic agendas for interior design practice. 2. Assess and discuss a set of conceptual, theoretical and practical tools. 3. Understand the relationship between theory, study of precedents and design Thinking skills 4. Gather, sort and effectively organise and use information needed for the specific topic they study. 5. Analyse interior design precedents Subject-Based Practical skills 6. Demonstrate critical understanding through writing and/or design 7. Demonstrate a professional ability to edit and present text and images purposefully Skills for life and work (general skills) 8. Work both individually and/ or as part of a team Teaching/ learning methods/strategies used to enable the achievement of learning outcomes: • Seminar – studio sessions: Teaching methods: Presentations, group discussions, group research exercises, one to one tutorials and feedback, gallery and exhibition visits. Assessment methods which enable students to demonstrate the Weighting: Learning Outcomes demonstrated: learning outcomes for the module; please define as necessary: 1-8 • Portfolio (equivalent of approximately 210 hours of study) 100% Reading and resources for the module: Core Brownell, B. (2013). Material Strategies: Innovative Applications in Architecture, Princeton Architectural Press. Dodsworth, S. (2009). The fundamentals of Interior Design. Lausanne, AVA Academia. Frampton, K. (1985). Modern Architecture - A Critical History. Thames & Hudson. Hauptmann, D. (2006). The body in architecture. Rotterdam, 010 Publishers. Haydn, F. and R. Temel, Eds. (2006). Temporary Urban Spaces. Basel, Boston, Berlin, Birkhauser. Ingold, T. (2013) Making. Routledge. Kepes, G. (1995). Language of vision. New York, Dover Publications. Kirkham, P. (1995). Charles and Ray Eames: designers of the twentieth century. Cambridge, Mass. ; London, MIT Press. Kronenburgh, R. (1998). Ephemeral/ portable architecture, John Wiley & Sons. Marcus, G. H. and W. Whitaker (2013). The Houses of Louis Kahn, Yale University Press. Mitton, M. (2012). Interior Design Visual Presentation: A Guide to Graphics, Models and Presentation Techniques. Hoboken, New Jersey, Wiley. Murray, S. (2013). Translucent Building Skins: Material Innovations in Modern and Contemporary Architecture, Taylor & Francis. Raizman, D. (2003). History of Modern Design: Graphics and Products Since the Industrial Revolution, Laurence King. Rendel, J. (2006). Art and Architecture; a place between. I.B.Tauris. Rendel, J. Et. Al (Eds) (2007) Critical Architecture. Routledge. Schildt, G. and A. Aalto (1994). Alvar Aalto: the complete catalogue of architecture, design, and art, Rizzoli. 15
Recommended Barthes, R. (1972). Critical Essays. Evanston, Northwestern University Press. Benjamin, A. (2000). Architectural philosophy. London, Athlone Press. Hill, J. (2001). Architecture : the subject is matter. London, Routledge. Pallasmaa, J. and P. B. MacKeith (2006). Archipelago. Essays on architecture: for Juhani Pallasmaa. Helsinki, Rakennustieto. Sparke, P., et al. (2009). Designing the modern interior: from the Victorians to today, Berg. Temple, N. (2006). Disclosing Horizons: Architecture, Perspective and Redemptive Space, Taylor & Francis. Till, J. (2009). Architecture depends. Cambridge Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Tschumi, B. (1994). Architecture and disjunction. Cambridge, Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Indicative learning Activity and teaching time (10 hrs per credit): Total 300 hours Student/tutor Seminars (including: tutorials/ supervised studio/ one to one feedback/ fieldtrips): 12 weeks * 4 hours (in interaction: average) 48 hours 2. Student learning time: Essential and background reading, tutorial preparation, written components, preparation of the final report. 252 hours Total hours (1 and 2): 300 hours Module Title: Module Code: AR7033 Module Leader: Level: 7 Dr Anastasia Karandinou Interior Design Theory 2 Credit: 30 ECTS credit: 15 Pre-requisite: None Pre-cursor: None Co-requisite: None Excluded combinations : None Location of delivery: UEL Main aim(s) of the module: • Gain a good understanding of a number of interior design precedents and of the relevant underpinning design principles. • Develop the ability to read, research, analyse, understand and communicate a thorough understanding of a design-related literature and design precedents. Main topics of study: - Study of precedents. - Study of the relationship between design precedents and the social/ political/ cultural context. - Study of the links between strategies, specific design concepts and outputs. Each year, the team of tutors will choose and work with the students on a specific theme. Students will research the topic through readings and analysis of precedents. Indicative topics are the following: Architecture, Interior Design and Neuroscience: How has the cross-over of these disciplines may drive the design processes? How has the possibility of mapping the brain-wave activity in everyday environments informed design-related research? Exhibition spaces: Is the visit to an exhibition an individual experience or a shared one? How does the design of a place 16
encourage social interaction? What is the role of new technologies, new media and social media in this? Learning Outcomes for the module At the end of this module, students will be able to critically: Knowledge 1. Demonstrate in a critical and professional manner the significance of historical/ political/ social/ economic/ ethical/ aesthetic agendas for interior design practice. 2. Develop a refined set of conceptual, theoretical and practical tools for future practice Thinking skills 3. Research, understand and critically reflect on literature relevant to their research topic. Subject-Based Practical skills 4. Demonstrate critical judgement through writing and/or design 5. Demonstrate a professional ability to compose, synthesise, edit and present text and images purposefully Skills for life and work (general skills) 6. Work both individually and/ or as part of a team Teaching/ learning methods/strategies used to enable the achievement of learning outcomes: • Seminar – studio sessions: Teaching methods: Presentations, group discussions, group research exercises, one to one tutorials and feedback, gallery and exhibition visits. Assessment methods which enable students to demonstrate the Weighting: Learning Outcomes demonstrated: learning outcomes for the module; please define as necessary: • Portfolio 1-6 (equivalent of approximately 210 hours of study) 100% Reading and resources for the module: Core Brownell, B. (2013). Material Strategies: Innovative Applications in Architecture, Princeton Architectural Press. Dodsworth, S. (2009). The fundamentals of Interior Design. Lausanne, AVA Academia. Frampton, K. (1985). Modern Architecture - A Critical History. Thames & Hudson. Hauptmann, D. (2006). The body in architecture. Rotterdam, 010 Publishers. Haydn, F. and R. Temel, Eds. (2006). Temporary Urban Spaces. Basel, Boston, Berlin, Birkhauser. Ingold, T. (2013) Making. Routledge. Kepes, G. (1995). Language of vision. New York, Dover Publications. Kirkham, P. (1995). Charles and Ray Eames: designers of the twentieth century. Cambridge, Mass. ; London, MIT Press. Kronenburgh, R. (1998). Ephemeral/ portable architecture, John Wiley & Sons. Marcus, G. H. and W. Whitaker (2013). The Houses of Louis Kahn, Yale University Press. Mitton, M. (2012). Interior Design Visual Presentation: A Guide to Graphics, Models and Presentation Techniques. Hoboken, New Jersey, Wiley. Murray, S. (2013). Translucent Building Skins: Material Innovations in Modern and Contemporary Architecture, Taylor & Francis. Raizman, D. (2003). History of Modern Design: Graphics and Products Since the Industrial Revolution, Laurence King. Rendel, J. (2006). Art and Architecture; a place between. I.B.Tauris. Rendel, J. Et. Al (Eds) (2007) Critical Architecture. Routledge. Schildt, G. and A. Aalto (1994). Alvar Aalto: the complete catalogue of architecture, design, and art, Rizzoli. Recommended Barthes, R. (1972). Critical Essays. Evanston, Northwestern University Press. Benjamin, A. (2000). Architectural philosophy. London, Athlone Press. Hill, J. (2001). Architecture : the subject is matter. London, Routledge. Pallasmaa, J. and P. B. MacKeith (2006). Archipelago. Essays on architecture: for Juhani Pallasmaa. Helsinki, Rakennustieto. Sparke, P., et al. (2009). Designing the modern interior: from the Victorians to today, Berg. Temple, N. (2006). Disclosing Horizons: Architecture, Perspective and Redemptive Space, Taylor & Francis. Till, J. (2009). Architecture depends. Cambridge Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Tschumi, B. (1994). Architecture and disjunction. Cambridge, Mass.; London, The MIT Press. Indicative learning Activity and teaching time (10 hrs per credit): Total 300 hours Student/tutor interaction: Seminars (including: tutorials/ supervised studio/ one to one feedback/ fieldtrips): 12 weeks * 4 hours (in average) 17
48 hours 2. Student learning time: Activity (e.g. seminar reading and preparation/assignment preparation/ background reading/ on-line activities/group work/portfolio/diary preparation, unsupervised studio work etc): Essential and background reading, tutorial preparation, written components, preparation of the final report. 252 hours Total hours 300 hours (1 and 2): 7 PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS (WHERE APPLICABLE) Placements are not part of the MA in Interior Design programme. 8 PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT The programme is managed on a daily basis through the Programme Leader (details in earlier section). Any changes to the location of classes, which is given during student induction, or to assessment/submission dates will be communicated via email direct to students UEL email accounts. This programme has a programme committee comprising all relevant teaching staff, student representatives and others who make a contribution towards the effective operation of the programme (e.g. library/technician staff). The committee has responsibilities for the quality of the programme. It provides input into the operation of the Review and Enhancement Process and proposes changes to improve quality. The programme committee plays a critical role in the quality assurance procedures. The following methods for gaining student feedback are used on this programme: • Module evaluations online • Student representation on programme committees (meeting 3 times a year) • Student/Staff consultative committee (meeting 3 times a year) Students are notified of the action taken through: • circulating the minutes of the programme committee • providing details on the online programme notice board • Individual responses to students as required • Postings on our online discussion forums 9 STUDENT SUPPORT www.uel.ac.uk/skillzone/ http://www.uel.ac.uk/skillzone/skillzoneguides/ Personal Tutoring - Guidance for Students 18
To help you make the most of your studies, every student undertaking undergraduate or taught masters’ programmes at UEL is assigned a member of academic staff as their Personal Tutor (PT). Your PT will support you to achieve the degree you want through group or individual meetings throughout the year. Why do you need a Personal Tutor? Your PT is a key academic contact at the university, and is there to guide you so that you have the best possible chance of succeeding in your studies. In order to do this your PT will invite you to attend a range of tutorials: • If you are a new student at UEL, the first tutorial will take place either during induction week or the first week of teaching and will be a face to face 1-2-1 or group meeting. You are required to attend this meeting. • All students are invited to a meeting within the first 6 weeks of term 1 and then three additional meetings in the academic year. Your programme of study may be structured in such a way that these meetings take place during core module teaching. What are the benefits of having a Personal Tutor? Having an academic member of staff oversee your general progress has many benefits, including: • Supporting you to overcome the challenges you face, take advantage of the opportunities at UEL and to become a confident learner in your academic subject area • Managing the transition between levels of study • Advising you on relevant academic, pastoral and career-related issues • Encouraging you to play an active part in your academic community, whilst developing a sense of belonging to UEL, your School and your programme cohort • Encouraging reflection on your academic progress • Signposting you to the right sources of support available at UEL • Providing written references What can you expect? • Contact details for your PT as soon as you get here • In term 1, you will be offered and expected to attend an initial meeting with your PT during induction or the first week of term. This may be a group or 1-2-1 tutorial • All students are then invited to attend three additional meetings with their PT spread over the academic year. • Your PT will be available to meet with you at other times during the academic year if you require further support – you can arrange this by booking an individual appointment. • Your PT may refer you to another service at UEL where you will be able to receive specialist support e.g. relating to your finances, personal life or wellbeing. What do we expect from you? • Know the name and contact details of your PT • Attend your scheduled tutorials, on time. If you are unable to do this, make sure you let your PT know in advance (at least one day) and re-schedule • Prepare for your tutorials e.g. draw up a list of items that you’d like to discuss • Be thoughtful about how you use your tutorial time. Try to identify the issues you can resolve yourself by using other support available to you such as; your handbook, online information and other student support services. This way, you can use your tutorial for the things you really need help with • Don’t wait until it’s too late – if you have an issue you can’t resolve yourself, speak to your PT straight away. S/He will be able to offer guidance or point you in the right direction • Take charge, take action – after your meeting, make sure you follow up on the action points agreed during your tutorial and make full use of the additional support services you are signposted to. • By accessing the support your PT can offer, you’ll have someone to guide you every step of the way, to help you achieve success. 19
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