Module Details

Module Code: DESI8012
Title: Final Year Project Proposal
Long Title: Final Year Project Proposal
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2140 - Design Studies
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The aim of Final Year Project Proposal is to foster the systematic development of concepts
(idea management) from initiating ideas to the final definition of several precise solutions. The focus is on inspiration and innovation. Projects will be based on authentic problems, solutions will include the proposal of a range of select media which are relevant to the target market. Methodologies will stimulate the learners to investigate and explore initial ideas in new and challenging ways.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate project aims and ideas by employing a variety of research methods
LO2 Discuss both the personal and broad ethical, sustainable and responsible implications of a project through project proposal documentation
LO3 Present the project aims and objectives in a text and image based graphic document
LO4 Design initial prototype screen, print or environment based visuals
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12213 DESI8012 Final Year Project Proposal
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Research
Research of cultural changes in order to identify a range of possible real-life authentic problems which could form the basis of a project. Through a mixture of research, brainstorming, play and evaluation; proposals and concepts will be initiated. These concepts will be examined for feasibility. Integrated solutions across a range of media will be proposed. Visual and contextual research relevant to the subject matter and target audience will be collated.
Presentation
Proposed project presented through relevant media and to include written report inclusive of visual research and directional visual response(s)
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Written Proposal
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Presentation of initial visual prototypes
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Practical Studio - Students will develop their Final Year Project Ideas during lab time and work on developing initial prototypes for the project. Students will also attend individual tutorials during this time to discuss development with lecturers. Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Practical project work Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Denis F. Reardon. (2006), Doing your undergraduate project, SAGE, London, [ISBN: 978-0761942078].
  • Patrick Forsyth. How to write reports & proposals, 2nd. Kogan Page, [ISBN: 0749460326].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_DVICO_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Visual Communications 7 Mandatory