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2 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 02 This document provides a concise summary of the main features of the course(s) & associated award(s) offered through this Programme Specification, and includes the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/ he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, curriculum content, teaching/learning, assessment methods for each unit and on the Programme s relationship to QAA Subject Benchmark Statements may be found in the dedicated student handbook for the Programme. The accuracy of the information in this document is reviewed periodically by the University and may be subject to verification by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. Versioning of Programme Specification This programme specification is valid for the period of approval confirmed at the time of the approval/last review event and relates to provision approved at that point. Programme specifications are updated on an annual basis to include modifications approved through the University s quality assurance processes. This version provides a description of the programme as approved for the academic session indicated in section 3 of the following table. 1 Date of initial Approval or last review: September Effective date of Approved/Reviewed Programme Specification: October 2014 eg1 September August This Version effective from: October Version number: 2 Students who commenced their study on awards within this programme specification prior to ADD EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS DOCU- MENT) should refer to the previous version of the programme specification published on the CASQE website. Modifications to Programme Specification Modifications to the programme specification since approval/ last review, and the cohort of students affected by the change, are listed in Section H (Log of Modifications) at the back of the document. Cross Referencing of Programme Specifications The following elements of provision included in this document is/are also included in the following programme specifications Award BA (Hons) Fashion Design BA (Hons) Fashion Styling BA (Hons) Fashion Business Programme Specifications BA (Hons) Fashion Design (sandwich) BA (Hons) Fashion Styling (sandwich) BA (Hons) Fashion Business (sandwich) Amendments made to provision listed in this table, must also be reflected in the relevant programme specifications listed above. CENTRE FOR ACADEMIC STANDARDS & QUALITY ENHANCEMENT Programme Specification The information in this document is organised into the following sections: Section A Administrative and Regulatory Information Section B Outcomes Section C Structure Section D Teaching, Learning and Assessment Section E Programme Management Section F Mapping Section G Points of Reference Section H Log of Modifications

3 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 03 SECTION A ADMINISTRATIVE AND REGULATORY INFORMATION 1 Overarching Programme Specification Title Fashion Studies Programme 2 Brief Summary Over the past 75 years this programme of 3 courses at Istituto Marangoni has grown and developed alongside the thriving Italian fashion industry. Through an exciting curriculum aimed to develop practical, creative and business and management skills, which are both subject specific and relevant to the international fashion industry, these 3 courses will turn out students fully equipped for a career in Fashion Design, Fashion Styling or Fashion Business. There will be a strong focus on project-based study. Students will initially acquire basic skills, advancing over the 3 years into independent learners, ready for a career in their chosen profession. The course, based in the 3 European capitals of fashion, inculcates an inherent awareness of Italian style and chic while at the same time reflecting the nuances of each national campus. 3 Awarding Institution Manchester Metropolitan University 4 Home Faculty Hollings 5 Home Department/ School/ Institute Department of Clothing Design and Technology 6 UCAS/GTTR code(s) N/A 7 Framework for HE Qualifications position of final award(s) The-framework-for-higher-education-qualifications-in-England-Wales-and- Northern-Ireland.aspx The-framework-for-higher-education-qualifications-in-England-Wales-and- Northern-Ireland.aspx Honours (Level 6) 8 Alignment with University Curriculum Framework Undergraduate php 9 Engagement with the University s Uniwide Language Provision Uniwide is not available for Externally Validated programmes 10 Compliance with University Assessment Regulations 11 Approved Variations/Exemptions from University Assessment Regulations 12 Relationship with Faculty Foundation Year Successful completion of the Faculty Foundation Year entitles student to enter level 4 of 6 N/A N/A

4 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 04 Awards 13 Final award title(s) BA (Hons) Fashion Design BA (Hons) Fashion Styling BA (Hons) Fashion Business BA (Hons) Fashion Design (sandwich) BA (Hons) Fashion Styling (sandwich) BA (Hons) Fashion Business (sandwich) 14 Combined Honours Combined Honours on the Manchester campus The University has a defined list of approved combinations available to students through the Combined Honours scheme. Each approved combination is assigned to a programme specification and to a Department that is responsible for all programme management arrangements for students enrolled on that combination. Section 14a(iii) indicates all combinations available for subjects within this programme specification and also identifies those combinations which for which this programme specification is specifically responsible. OR Combined Honours on the Cheshire campus Combined Honours at MMU Cheshire is administered through a separate Faculty Combined Honours programme specification. Subject combinations which are available to students are listed within that document. OR There is no Combined Honours provision within this programme specification. 14a (i) Combined Honours Awards available eg: BSc/BA (Hons) AB BSc/BA (Hons) AB and XY BSc/BA (Hons) AB with XY (ii) Single Honours Awards available through Combined Honours (ie Named Awards) Subject(s): None Final Awards: None 14b (iii) Approved Subject Combinations administered by this Programme Specification (ie home combinations) Approved Subject Combination administered by other Programme Specifications Approved Combination 15 Interim exit awards and Subject title(s) CertHE Fashion Design CertHE Fashion Styling CertHE Fashion Business N/A Home Programme Specification & Home Dept N/A DipHE Fashion Design DipHE Fashion Styling DipHE Fashion Business

5 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 05 Arrangements with Partners 16 Approved Collaborative partner(s) Partner Name Type of Collaborative Partnership Istituto Marangoni External validation 17 Articulation Arrangements with Partners Partner Name Type of Collaborative Partnership Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies 18 PSRB(s) associated with final award of any route within the programme specification 19 Date and outcome of last PSRB approval/accreditation N/A N/A Approval Status 20 Date and outcome of most recent MMU review/ approval May Next Scheduled Review Date: Autumn/Spring Term of 2016/17 22 Programme Specification effective date: October 2014 SECTION B - OUTCOMES 23 MMU Graduate Outcomes On successful completion of their course of study MMU graduates will be able to: GO1. apply skills of critical analysis to real world situations within a defined range of contexts; GO2. demonstrate a high degree of professionalism characterised by initiative, creativity, motivation and self-management; GO3. express ideas effectively and communicate information appropriately and accurately using a range of media including ICT; GO4. develop working relationships using teamwork and leadership skills, recognising and respecting different perspectives; GO5. manage their professional development reflecting on progress and taking appropriate action; GO6. find, evaluate, synthesise and use information from a variety of sources; GO7. articulate an awareness of the social and community contexts within their disciplinary field. 24 Programme Rationale University Educational Aims: To develop flexible approaches to programme delivery and student support which reflect the needs and expectations of our students. To provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment which will enable success for all learners To encourage the development of students intellectual and imaginative powers, creativity, independence, critical self-awareness, imagination and skills that will enhance global employment opportunities on graduation in all programmes. To establish a culture of constant improvement in learning, teaching and assessment that is anticipatory, enabling, supportive, rewarding and fully aligned with the University s vision and strategic objectives. To provide a learning experience that is informed by research, scholarship, reflective practice and engagement with industry and the professions.

6 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 06 Course Education aims: Fashion Design: To produce graduates who have a breadth of skills and knowledge in design, pattern and garment technology, responding to the changing needs of the industry. They will be equipped to deal with existing and emerging technologies in today s apparel manufacturing and retailing environments, and have an understanding of business practices within the global clothing industry. We aim to send forth our graduates as independent life-long learners who can progress to industry, postgraduate study or a self-employed, creative life. Fashion Styling: To produce graduates who are creative, with transferable skills and subject specific skills in trend forecasting, analysis and interpretation of style and brands, visual communication and merchandising, who can apply these skills to the present and emerging technologies in today s fashion communication industry and who have an understanding of operations and business practice within the global fashion industry. Fashion Business: To produce graduates equipped with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the different types of businesses that form part of the wider fashion industry. In particular an understanding of the principles of business practice, management and marketing with a deeper exploration of how these principles operates within the confines of fashion. 25 QAA Benchmark Statement(s) QAA Benchmark Statements are available from the QAA website: Subject benchmark statement for Art and Design Subject benchmark statement for General Business and Management 26 Programme Specific Outcomes On successful completion of their course of study MMU graduates will be able to: apply skills of critical analysis to real world situations within a defined range of contexts; demonstrate a high degree of professionalism characterised by initiative, creativity, motivation and self management; express ideas effectively and communicate information appropriately and accurately using a range of media including ICT; develop working relationships using teamwork and leadership skills, recognising and respecting different perspectives; manage their professional development reflecting on progress and taking appropriate action; find, evaluate, synthesise and use information from a variety of sources; articulate an awareness of the social and community contexts within their disciplinary field; 1. Honours Degree Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Fashion Design course, students will be able to: Understand the fashion design process and, within that framework, have developed the creative, intellectual and technical skills necessary to practice within the fashion industry; Apply both current and emerging relevant technology, with the intention of demonstrating their understanding of the role and application of these technologies; Demonstrate their ability to collate and communicate ideas and information within a variety of roles in the fashion industry. Engender a professional approach by demonstrating their skills to solve problems, evaluate evidence, conclude and present arguments appropriate for graduate employment or education at Postgraduate level. In addition, students who have engaged in the placement within the Fashion industry and have successfully passed the placement year will be able to: Apply theoretical understanding into a practical application within a working environment. On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Fashion Styling course, students will be able to: Understand the fashion styling and communication process and, within that framework, have developed the creative, intellectual and technical skills necessary to practice within the fashion industry; Apply both current and emerging relevant technology, with the intention of demonstrating their understanding of the role and application of these technologies; Demonstrate their ability to collate and communicate ideas and information within a variety of roles in the fashion industry. Interact effectively with others through collaboration, collective endeavour and negotiation. Engender a professional approach by demonstrating their skills to solve problems, evaluate evidence, conclude and present arguments appropriate for graduate employment or education at Postgraduate level.

7 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 07 In addition, students who have engaged in the placement within the Fashion industry and have successfully passed the placement year will be able to: Apply theoretical understanding into a practical application within a working environment. On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Fashion Business course, students will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the broad range of areas of business and management and the detailed relationships between these, their application and their importance in an integrated framework. Critically evaluate marketing strategies designed and implemented by different types of organisations operating within the fashion industry. Develop a strategic approach to the evaluation of national and international fashion markets, organisations, opportunities and customers in manufacturing and retail environments. Evaluate the evolving relationship between brands, organisations and consumers and how they manage such relationships through digital and non-digital channels. Formulate solutions to business problems based on a synthesis of management principles and practices and effectively communicate these solutions in a range of written, visual and spoken forms. Critically comment on a range of business data (both primary and secondary) and adopt an evaluative approach to sources of information and appropriate research methodologies. Demonstrate responsibility for their own learning by the production of an individual project. In addition, students who have engaged in the placement within the Fashion industry and have successfully passed the placement year will be able to: Apply theoretical understanding to practice within a working environment. 27 Interim Award Learning Outcomes Certificate Higher Education Students successfully completing Level 4 may proceed to Level 5, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education in Fashion Design. Students successfully completing Level 4 will have developed: A basic understanding of the elements involved in the design process used in the fashion industry; A fundamental knowledge of the supporting business and fashion garment construction and development process; The ability to take different approaches to problem solving; The ability to communicate accurately; Students successfully completing Level 4 may proceed to Level 5, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education in Fashion Styling. Students successfully completing Level 4 will have developed: An understanding of the basic elements involved in the communication and style analysis process used in the fashion industry; A fundamental knowledge of the supporting business and organisation of fashion shoots and coordination process; The ability to take different approaches to problem solving; The ability to communicate accurately; Students successfully completing Level 4 may proceed to Level 5, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education in Fashion Business. Students successfully completing Level 4 will have developed: An understand and an appreciation of the fundamentals of fashion marketing management and the different elements of the marketing process. An understand of the objectives and structure of a fashion business, the necessary resources and how the external environment creates opportunities and threats for the organization. An ability to demonstrate an awareness of the fashion industry, its competitive forces, designers, global sourcing, fashion predictors and consumer markets. An ability to identify and analyse the main trends, cultural movements, innovations in textiles and materials from a fashion historical perspective An ability to identify and explore proper learning strategies

8 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 08 An ability to identify and apply appropriate communication and presentation skills in visual, written and spoken forms relevant to the transmission of ideas and information and the capacity for interpersonal communication An ability to identify and acquire information and communication technology skills as appropriate to the discipline Diploma of Higher Education Students successfully completing Level 4 and 5 may proceed to Level 6, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education in Fashion Design. Students successfully completing Level 5 will have developed: A sound understanding of the principles involved in the design process used in the fashion industry and how to apply these principals to fashion product development; A detailed understanding of the new fabrics and technologies that support the changes within the fashion industry; The ability to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to problem solving. Students successfully completing Level 4 and 5 may proceed to Level 6, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education in Fashion Styling. Students successfully completing Level 5 will have developed: A sound understanding of the principals involved in style and trend analysis process used in the fashion industry and how to apply these principals in an editorial context; A detailed understanding of the new and technologies supporting the fashion business; The ability to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to problem solving. Students successfully completing Level 4 and 5 may proceed to Level 6, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education in Fashion Business. Students successfully completing Level 5 will have developed: An ability to examine the different theoretical frameworks used to explain the complex nature of brands and brandings, and gained an understanding of the strategic brand management process and its relevance to fashion organisations. An ability to investigate all aspects of modern organisations operating within the fashion industry taking the process from analysing textiles and materials through to design, supply chain management and logistics, manufacturing processes and technologies and retailing. An ability to analyse the financial aspects of different fashion business strategies and developed suitable tools for conducting financial analysis and budgeting. Skills to critically examine the impact of evolving macro and micro environmental factors on the competitive strategies of fashion organisations. Cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis. This includes the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements in terms of evidence, to detect false logic or reasoning, to identify implicit values, to define terms adequately and to generalise appropriately Appropriate skills to perform effectively within a team environment, including leadership, team building, influencing and project management skills Numeracy and quantitative skills including data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation.

9 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 09 SECTION C STRUCTURE 28 Structures, modes of delivery (eg FT/PT/DL etc), levels, credits, awards, curriculum map of all units (identifying core/option status, credits, pre or co-requisites) potential entry/exit points and progression/award requirements Fashion Design Honours Degree: Full-time Level 4 31AD1001 Core Architecture of Design 30 31FE1001 Core Fabric Exploration & Design 30 31PC1001 Core Portfolio & Collection Creation 30 31HA1001 Core History of Art and Dress 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Design Level 5 31BR2001 Core Brand Revival 30 31AF2001 Core Art & Fashion Interface 30 31PS2002 Core Personal Style 30 31FC2001 Core Fashion, Culture and Contemporary Perspectives 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Design Level 6 31PC3001 Core Pre-Collection 30 31CD3001 Core Collection Design 30 31RT3001 Core Researching Theory and Practice 30 31FC2001 Core Fashion, Culture and Contemporary Perspectives 30 Option Units Choose 1 from options listed 31CD3002 Option Collection Development 30 31PI3001 Option Industry Portfolio Preparation 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Design

10 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 010 Fashion Styling Honours Degree: Full-time Level 4 31SC1001 Core Semiotics of Clothing 30 31OE1001 Core Objects and Environments 30 31ID1001 Core Identity 30 31HA1001 Core History of Art and Dress 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Styling Level 5 31FW2001 Core Fashion Writing and Criticism 30 31FE2001 Core Fashion Editorial 30 31MD2001 Core Magazine Design 30 31FC2001 Core Fashion, Culture and Contemporary Perspectives 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Styling Level 6 31CE3001 Core Career Exploration 30 31FP3001 Core Final Major Project 30 31RT3001 Core Researching Theory and Practice 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Styling Fashion Business Honours Degree: Full-time Level 4 31FM1003 Core Fashion Marketing FM1004 Core Fashion Marketing FI1001 Core Fashion Industry and Cultural Context 30 31PB1001 Core Principles of Business 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Business

11 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 011 Level 5 31BI2001 Core Brand Identity 30 31CS2003 Core Coordination Strategies 30 31FM2004 Core Fashion Marketing Strategies 30 31FM2003 Core Finance and Management Control 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Business Level 6 31FR3001 Core Fashion Retail 30 31AF3002 Core Coordination Strategies 30 31DM3001 Core Fashion Marketing Strategies 30 31HP3003 Core Finance and Management Control 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Business Fashion Design Honours Degree: Sandwich Level 4 31AD1001 Core Architecture of Design 30 31FE1001 Core Fabric Exploration & Design 30 31PC1001 Core Portfolio & Collection Creation 30 31HA1001 Core History of Art and Dress 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Design Level 5 31BR2001 Core Brand Revival 30 31AF2001 Core Art & Fashion Interface 30 31PS2002 Core Personal Style 30 31FC2001 Core Fashion, Culture and Contemporary Perspectives 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Design Placement Year Core Placement 120

12 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 012 Level 6 31PC3001 Core Pre-Collection 30 31CD3001 Core Collection Design 30 31RT3001 Core Researching Theory and Practice 30 Options Units Choose 1 from options listed 31CD3002 Option Collection Development 30 31PI3001 Option Industry Portfolio Preparation 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Design (sandwich) Fashion Styling Honours Degree: Sandwich Level 4 31SC1001 Core Semiotics of Clothing 30 31OE1001 Core Objects and Environments 30 31ID1001 Core Identity 30 31HA1001 Core History of Art and Dress 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Styling Level 5 31FW2001 Core Fashion Writing and Criticism 30 31FE2001 Core Fashion Editorial 30 31MD2001 Core Magazine Design 30 31FC2001 Core Fashion, Culture and Contemporary Perspectives 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Styling Placement Year Core Placement 120 Level 6 31CE3001 Core Career Exploration 30 31FP3001 Core Final Major Project 30 31RT3001 Core Researching Theory and Practice 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Styling (sandwich)

13 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 013 Fashion Business Honours Degree: Sandwich Level 4 31FM1003 Core Fashion Marketing FM1004 Core Fashion Marketing FI1001 Core Fashion Industry and Cultural Context 30 31PB1001 Core Principles of Business 30 On successful completion of Level 4 interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Business Level 5 31FM2004 Core Fashion Marketing Strategies 30 31BI2001 Core Brand Identity 30 31CS2003 Core Coordination Strategies 30 31FM2003 Core Finance and Management Control 30 On successful completion of Levels 4 & 5 interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Business Placement Year Core Placement 120 Level 6 31FR3001 Core Fashion Retail 30 31AF3002 Core Advanced Fashion Retail 30 31DM3001 Core Digital Marketing 30 31HP3003 Core Honours Project 30 On successful completion of Level 6 Final exit award: BA (Hons) Fashion Business (sandwich)

14 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 014 SECTION D - TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT 29 Articulation of Graduate Prospects It is the aim of the UG courses to enable students to gain employability, professional and skills enhancement, as well as offering them opportunities for progression onto postgraduate degrees. In response to the constantly evolving, changing and expanding fashion industry, market research has shown that industry requires professionals who are ready to meet the demands brought on by these changes so as to lead, manage and to take on the challenges found within these disciplines. Having been informed by a range of sources, including local information from graduates to alumni data this undergraduate course provides students with the knowledge and skills for specialist careers in the fashion sector and develops outstanding levels of professionalism in relation to their work, enabling them to practice as disciplined, independent and resourceful practitioners capable of sustaining careers in a competitive and constantly changing profession. The types of roles we expect graduates from these courses to progress to range from design and consultation through to entrepreneurial roles. Students applying to Istituto Marangoni courses amount to 2,600 a year and they are from diverse cultural backgrounds and from over 92 different countries. The uptake of careers post-qualification is on a global scale, adding to the already international network of alumni. Istituto Marangoni works closely with employers and academic staff to promote and support work placement opportunities and communicate job vacancies for Marangoni students through recruitment days organised at the campuses. Feedback is used in the placement procedures and interview stages to gain industry information and feed this into the curriculum design. These processes enable informed decision-making when developing new programmes as well as when modifying existing programmes in order to maximise employability opportunities for students. Full advantage is taken of the international network that Istituto Marangoni has at its disposal, facilitating high-profile placements and job opportunities. Recent student destinations following graduation include Kering, Burberry, Richard Nicoll, Good PR, Stella McCartney, Bally, Bottega Venetta, Tods PR, Roger Vivier PR, Liberty, McQueen, Stylesight, WGSN, Hermes, Saint Laurent PR, Alberta Ferretti, Loewe, The Future Laboratory, WGSN, Good PR, Indigo Cow PR, MTV, Rewardstyle, Not Just a Label, Mintel, The Gentleman Blogger, Liberty, McQueen, Brand Alley, Giorgio Armani, Alexander McQueen, Safilo, Temperley (India), Balenciaga, Céline, Christian Dior Couture, Givenchy, La Estampa (Brazil), Puma, Prada and Jimmy Choo. Via their career services, all campuses gather intelligence on their graduates through exit questionnaires, initially following graduation. This market information is used to make recommendations for further programme development through programme committee meetings. The Career Services use follow-up questionnaires as intermediate contact at regular intervals in order to track graduate career progression. Full information is gathered for the database, which is available to all of the campuses. This shows students destinations as well as previous historical data concerning career progression or further academic study. The Career Services gather employer and placement intelligence and this is communicated via regular meetings with Programme leaders and academic staff. The Career Services Manager holds meetings with company HR departments, recruitment agencies and fashion brands and further data and information is gathered from specialist recruitment fairs to enable informed decisions to be made on programme development and further opportunities for students. Career Services continues to keep all channels of communication open both for the student and the employer following student graduation and subsequent employment, encouraging a career-long relationship with Istituto Marangoni, current students and fellow graduates. Istituto Marangoni registers and updates its records of the final destinations of all students, recognising the importance of this growing network of alumni talent and establishing further links with employers.

15 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme Curriculum Design The programme is offered as three specialist courses in the fashion subject either as a 3-year full-time course or 4-year sandwich course, with placement taking place between Levels 5 and 6. The curriculum design allows for students who do not progress from Level 4 to 5, but who have 120 Credits at Level 4, to qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education. Likewise students who do not progress to Level 6 from 5, but who have 120 Credits at both Level 4 and 5, qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education. The Programme is designed to facilitate the development of a student who will be highly employable and will allow them to investigate and develop their strengths in one of the 3 chosen specialist courses. The programme will present students with a variety of approaches to learning and assessment strategies that will promote students intellectual, imaginative, analytical and critical judgement. It will allow students to develop understanding as well as their presentation and communication skills, which they will be able to demonstrate in a variety of forms. A combination of different learning and teaching methodologies are employed in order to promote reflective learning and develop generic transferable skills. Methods include: projects to encourage independent learning through investigation, enquiry and problem solving; group project to enhance interpersonal and collaborative skills; tutorials and group tutorials to facilitate shared experiences and best practice; Seminars, formal lectures and workshops Scholastic trips, external projects and competitions present the students with another dimension to their leaning experience. Guest speakers provide the students with a full, broader and real prospective to their specialist field of study. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their achievement of the intended learning outcomes through a variety of means appropriate to their field of study: The BA (Hons) Fashion Design course is part of the three-year full time programme, with an option to undertake a four-year sandwich programme. This programme is delivered through a variety of learning and teaching methods, which include seminars, tutorials, workshop inductions, study visits, lectures, IT workshops, library sessions, group projects, and independent research. At Level 4 the unit framework will provide an opportunity for students from widely varied backgrounds and abilities to learn the fundamentals of drawing ensuring that by the end of the year they will become proficient in expressing their ideas in 2D with good presentation skills. Pattern cutting and construction classes throughout the first year will give students an introduction to the technical skills required and how they relate to, and are supported by academic practice and contemporary fashion design issues. Students will compile a technical file, which includes construction, details and manipulations. Portfolio and Collection Creation Unit will help students aim towards the production of an individual portfolio and sketchbooks with photographic reference; sketches, ideas, collages, fabric samples and a range plan for different markets. A great deal of the focus is placed on working towards practical output through projects set by tutors. The units comprising Level 5 are designed to encourage students to experiment widely and challenge their existing ideas and approach to design implementing skills learnt from Level 4. To this end, units will encourage the students to experiment and develop their own personal style. Students will target their collections to a variety of market segments. The creative work will take place in the design and pattern making studio, a realistic working environment in which students experiment with fabrics, print, pleating, silhouettes and details. Students will work with fabric suppliers, print/knit technicians and sample machinists towards the production of their capsule collection, developing their practical skills with the support of tutors. Level 5 units will prepare students to express, evaluate and present ideas and information clearly in a variety of forms appropriate to the situation and audience. At this level, students will be introduced to the practice of keeping Reflective Learning Journals. Students on the sandwich programme who successfully complete level 5 have the option to progress to the Placement Year. This is normally for a minimum period of 36 weeks and on satisfactory completion the student is awarded 120 Practice Credits. The Placement Panel, however, reserves the right to recommend to the appropriate Examination Board that a student should progress directly onto the Level 6 of the programme and thus graduate with a full-time award. Whereas Level 5 encourages diverse experimentation and a challenging approach to thinking, at Level 6 students skills are honed to increasingly produce well-informed finished pieces of work that communicate their ideas. By this stage the students are aiming to work as independent practitioners.

16 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 016 Fashion Marketing within units will help students to research and analyse different markets, understand consumer demographics, competitors, price points, marketing methods, promotion and the preparation of a business plan. At this level of study the student will be equipped to work as a self-employed entrepreneur. The introduction to Reflective Learning Journals at Level 5 will endow them with the self-analysis necessary to become independent thinkers at Level 6. A portfolio of developmental work will support the final major project, the Collection Design Unit. It will demonstrate the culmination of the students studies and enable them to develop work capable of confronting clients, employers, sponsors and curators. At the end of Level 6, students have a choice of units, which they can discuss with their Key Tutor and Programme Leader. Collection Development allows students to develop their collection further in relation to industry whilst Industry Portfolio Preparation prepares students for interview with a specific company or market level. Both these Units play to the students strengths. The BA (Hons) Fashion Styling course is part of the three-year full time programme, with an option to undertake a four-year sandwich programme. This programme is delivered through a variety of learning and teaching methods, which include seminars, tutorials, workshop inductions, study visits, lectures, IT workshops, library sessions, group projects, and independent research. At Level 4 the unit framework will provide an opportunity for students from widely varied backgrounds and abilities to learn the fundamentals of style research and analysis ensuring that by the end of the year they will become proficient in referencing their ideas with good presentation skills. The organisation of the first year of study on this course is created to incrementally build the student skill base, knowledge and confidence. In the first Unit students will get an understanding of the communicative value of basic garments, the beginnings of garment and style analysis and how to interpret these in a modern, contemporary manner. The latter being an ongoing possess throughout Level 4. The second unit builds on the first, as the students are looking into the communicative effects of location, accessories and objects and its interface with the mood of an image. Here students are asked to use any immediate camera (i-phone would be an excellent example) to create their own images and put together their own photo-shoot. Students are required to give a presentation of their work, processes behind it and to justify their concepts and ideas. The final unit of the first year culminates in the first real life shoot. Students are working in teams, reflecting real life practice, and rotate their role within the team to create a collection of personal images. By the end of Level 4 the fashion styling student will have a clear idea of the range of work and skills that a professional stylist will have. They will have experienced a real shoot and be accustomed to organising and arranging all elements that are needed to work in a team. At Level 5, students are introduced to trend forecasting and predictions across the fashion industry. They will develop an appreciation of the historical, cultural and technological trend influences and be able to identify and argue both macro and micro trends. Editorial styling is a focus in this second year of the course and students will produce written work as well as images taking into consideration the market/viewer/consumer after research into these areas. They will be aware of clients, competitors markets and consumers. An analytical knowledge of the role that film, art and music plays in the creative referencing is intrinsic at this level of study, students need to acquire a global perspective of all the influences of fashion. This will be supported by relevant study skills sessions and ways of advancing the uses of a Reflective Learning Journals. They will develop further both their visual and written communication skills throughout this year and by the end of this level will have produced their own magazine. Level 6, at this point students are required to work more independently while researching the different career opportunities and the related skills required to produce the outcomes of the first unit in the final year of study. Career Exploration takes the students though a variety of roles and will present a final proposal for their final major project, the following unit. A self-directed brief reflecting the areas of interest is the culmination of this course. The students will be encouraged to create a variety of outcomes at a professional level appropriate for his/her book with a clear career direction by the end of this final unit. During the final unit the student will be supported by three formative assessment points, these differ to tutorials as the key tutor will encourage the student to reflect on their learning within the context of the set assessment criteria. The Theory Units run through all 3 years of the BA (Hons) Fashion Styling and BA (Hons) Fashion Design courses forming a firm basis for studio practice. The Level 4 Theory unit, History of Art and Dress, is designed to paint a broad picture of the evolution of Art and Dress from early evidences, e.g. Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt to the end of the 19th Century. The element of Dress will be taught in terms of cut and construction, the development of fabrics & materials, jewellery design, footwear, and hair & makeup. Students will explore the relationship between artistic movements and the development of dress, within a wider social, cultural, historical and political framework. They will draw parallels between artistic movements and the way they are interpreted in recent fashion collections.

17 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 017 Students will become competent both in the demands of academic study and in the skills of effective communication in written format. They will access electronic archives and databases and a range of library resources, relevant to their discipline. At Level 5, Fashion and Cultural Contemporary Perspectives, starts with a presentation of contemporary developments in Fashion Studies from 1900 to the present day. In the second and third terms students select one option from those on offer: 1. Fashion and Consumerism 2. Fashion Photography and Desire 3. Gender Identity and the Body 4. Future-Fashion At Level 6, Researching Theory and Practice, will give students the opportunity to critically research, and through their investigations, gain expert knowledge of a specialist area within their studio practice. It will be expected that their choice of subject will be able to sustain sufficient breadth and depth of enquiry, to review elements of the social, economic, cultural, and historical implications of their area of study. As the research stage progresses students will be asked to submit an initial 500-word written Synopsis. This will be followed by a 5,000- word dissertation, which brings together their theoretical and practical work. The BA (Hons) Fashion Business course is part of the three-year full time programme, with an option to undertake a four-year sandwich programme. This programme is delivered through a variety of learning and teaching methods, which include lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshop inductions, study visits, IT workshops, library sessions, group projects, and independent research. At Level 4 the unit framework will provide an opportunity to understand the marketing subject, its relevance within fashion and the different elements of the marketing process. This is encompassed in Fashion Marketing 1 unit, which will also present the fundamental theoretical underpinnings of the communication theory and their application to the development of marketing communications strategies and plans. Students will also develop an awareness of the fashion industry, its competitive forces, designers, global sourcing, fashion predictors and consumer markets. Building on FM1, Fashion Marketing 2 will enable students to develop a more advanced understanding of marketing principles with particular emphasis upon the elements of the marketing mix and on the different marketing communications tools available to fashion organisations. Fashion industry and cultural Contexts will provide an historical, cultural and sociological perspective, enabling students to contextualise the business of fashion. Principles of Business will underpin the marketing units and support students in understanding the different objectives, structures and functions of a fashion business. In Level 5, the focus is on how fashion organisations build a sustainable competitive advantage over their rivals. In recognition of the dominance of brands and branding within fashion, the Brand Identity unit will provide students with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the different phases of the strategic brand management process. Students will also be able to investigate all aspects of modern organisations operating within the fashion industry from analysing textiles and materials through to design, supply chain management and logistics, manufacturing processes and technologies and retailing. This is achieved in the Coordination Strategies unit. Fashion Marketing Strategies will enable students to critically analyse different competitive marketing strategies and their suitability to evolving market conditions. Students will also learn a range of research techniques and will acquire the necessary skills to collect and analyse business data. The Finance and Management Control unit will enable students to appreciate the financial aspects of different fashion business strategies and develop suitable tools for conducting financial analysis and budgeting. In Level 6 students will be able to formulate informed solutions to business problems based on a synthesis of management principles and practices and to effectively communicate these solutions in a range of written, visual and spoken forms. This is particularly evident in the Fashion Retail and Advance Fashion Retail units, in which students will be able to use problem solving and decision-making skills in developing different strategies and plans. The focus of the Digital Marketing unit will be to evaluate the evolving relationship between brands, organisations and consumers and how they manage such relationships through digital and non-digital channels in an integrated approach. Prior to completing the BA (Hons) Fashion Business, students will demonstrate responsibility for their own learning by the production of an individual project as their final piece of work (Honours Project unit).

18 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme Learning and Teaching The QAA in their review (2012) identified the following good practice within Istituto Marangoni: There is a consistent focus on contemporary professional practice across the management of all aspects of the provision, underpinned by strong industry links and the experience of practitioner staff Staff development is clearly focused and prioritised, and includes full support for staff to complete a postgraduate teaching qualification Full report can be found by following the link below: The undergraduate programme respects the diversity of students and is structured with formal lectures, workshops, tutorials, seminars and self-directed study, and within this structure a range of approaches to learning and teaching is employed as appropriate to the situation. Industry specialists and visiting specialist lecturers (industry professionals) make valuable contributions to the delivery of the curriculum and facilitate important links to professional practice. Academic staff delivering the courses have or are working towards achieving the MMU PGCert in Academic Practice to support and maintain currency of teaching and learning practice. Academic staff are also encouraged to become fellows of the Higher Education Academy to inform and facilitate their on-going professional development and to ensure that the high standards of teaching are maintained. Learning, teaching and assessment within the programmes has been refined and developed through the organisational tool of the Continuous Improvement Plan derived from discussions at programme committee level management, which leads to course modifications in approach and possible content. Lectures form an integral part of the programme and delivery of key information to the students. At this level it is expected that students use the lectures as a starting point for further self-directed study and research. Self-Directed Study students are expected to spend time researching and analysing subject matter independently to support and substantiate taught material. Seminars are used to build on themes taken from the lecture programme. Students are encouraged to make an active contribution by sharing ideas through debate. They are expected to research in preparation for the seminars from literature references provided prior to the sessions. Visiting Lecturers are invited to present specialist lectures to all students to enhance the learning and teaching strategies. Individual Tutorials are used when individual student work is being discussed or specific guidance required to one particular student; it is especially important during assessment feedback, PDP and in the dissertation phase and may be face-to -face, a telephone conversation or via or Skype. Small Group Tutorials enable students to discuss and plan their work in greater detail than is possible with larger groups. It encourages quieter students to develop their interpersonal and communication skills and helps consolidate leadership skills in others. It also allows for peer assessment. Video Presentations are used to give a more in-depth understanding of a specific issue. Case Studies are used for detailed discussion of real-life situations. Demonstrations are normally of a technical nature and are necessary in certain subject areas. Studio / Workshop / Laboratory / Practical Sessions may be used to enable the creative and practical skill development of the student in an environment which simulates that of industry. Group and Team Work requires students to operate as a member of a group or team and they usually have clearly identified roles. The emphasis is on collective responsibility, individual responsibility to the group and joint decision-making. The group work is seen as an essential tool to develop practical skills necessary for placement and employment.

19 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 019 Presentations requires students to use a variety of appropriate presentation methods to stimulate discussion and debate-developing skills, which have been highlighted as essential by employers for graduates at this level. Study Trips give students the opportunity to go beyond the Istituto environment to deepen their understanding of a specific subject. The study trips are offered to the students at possible additional cost. The details, when approved, are distributed to the students at the beginning of the academic year. Formative assessment is an integral part of the teaching and learning process and its aim is to promote learning and to motivate learners. It is used as an interim support procedure for students to assess their progress and there are no marks attached to this feedback and it does not contribute to the final unit mark: it provides an indicative measure and allows students to move forward in their learning. The setting of short term goals ultimately helps develop within the student the ability to self assess in a formative manner so that they grow the skills of self evaluation necessary for lifelong learning. Examples of formative feedback methods include face-to-face tutorials (PDP), generic feedback, annotations to submissions and feedback sheets; these address the performance of students towards achieving the learning outcomes. Formative assessment methods include: Tutorials and seminars as formative activities Using journals (especially to support and inform tutorials) and PDP Problem-based learning and case studies Peer-assessment activities Critique sessions Reflection Student presentations self and peer assessment 32 Assessment MMU Regulations for Undergraduate Programme of Study apply to all stages of assessment. The methods of assessment used give breadth and depth, which allow for both the formative and summative assessment of every student at each stage of the programme. Assessment methods to support learning: The Fashion Studies Programme uses a balanced assessment system, both summative and formative as an integral part of gathering information on student learning. Different forms of assessment can, and where appropriate should, be used to test different types of skills and learning. Formative Assessment: Formative assessment informs both teachers and students about student understanding at a point when timely adjustments can be made. In formative assessment students will be involved in the assessment process. These formative assessment situations will also give students an opportunity to learn to critique the work of others. Some of the instructional strategies that will be used formatively include the following: Criteria and goal setting: asking students to participate in establishing what should be included in criteria for success. Self and peer assessment: With peer evaluation, students see each other as resources for understanding and checking for quality work against previously established criteria. Student record keeping: helps students better understand their own learning as evidenced by their classroom work. This process of students keeping ongoing records of their work not only engages students, it also helps them, beyond a grade, to see where they started and the progress they are making toward the learning goal. Summative Assessments: These assessments are a means of gauging student learning, at a particular point in time, relative to established marking criteria. Summative assessments can occur during as well as at the end of each unit and concentrate on specific evidence of student work, examples as follows: Portfolio Assessment is used to assess a variety of projects that have been developed throughout the unit. It can consist of few components from the following: presentation, reflective diary, final collection, research file, illustrated collection, technical specifications, fabric and colour charts. Practical Coursework allows the students to demonstrate their understanding and application of practical areas of study.

20 undergraduate programmes BA (Hons) Degree fashion studies programme 020 Written Reports are required is some study areas, where a clear and structured brief is provided and the students are asked to submit work to me marked independently and anonymously by staff. Formal Examinations are required is some study areas. Presentations are used in some subjects to allow the student to develop their professional communication and presentation skills. Student Projects are used when the student is required to submit work to be marked independently and anonymously. 33 Inclusive Practice All along the year the students can meet the Programme leader as well as the Student Service and the Director of Education if they have any problem they want to discuss. Personal Development Planning (PDP). All students are invited to take part of the PDP. The PDP helps students in their personal, professional and academic development. It consists of 2 meetings with a tutor/coach, to develop their capacity to reflect on their own learning and achievement, and to plan for their own personal and educational career development. Student Support. It is planned to implement a specific student support to assist students having learning difficulties. It should offer a confidential and friendly service which offers a range of support, such as advising on specialist equipment and technology or referring students who think that they might be dyslexic for diagnostic assessments with an Educational Psychologist. 34 Technology Enhanced Learning Sinapto Istituto Marangoni uses Sinapto, a virtual space to share knowledge and helps manage and communicate the process of teaching and learning, and communicates student progression. It is also used for tutors to organise, manage and deliver course materials making it available to students throughout their courses to facilitate their learning and assessment experience. At the beginning of each academic year, all students receive their login details to access Sinapto, a student-learning environment designed for Istituto Marangoni. Sinapto training for students is provided by the librarian and is part of the activities in induction week. Through Sinapto, students on all campuses and away from campus are able to access and download the latest documents, forms and templates such as: Student Handbook Unit Handbook Guidance notes on plagiarism Complaints and appeals forms Unit weekly hand-outs Contact lists for all teaching and support staff Lessons and assessment timetable. Students are also asked to access the Student Voice via Sinapto in order to leave feedback and also any issues can be addressed via the raise an issue application, which is also found in Sinapto. Both students and staff can view grades and assessment feedback. Sinapto is updated annually across the campuses and is an important tool for the staff of Istituto Marangoni to use for programme development and to develop further employability strategies for students. Sinapto can be accessed remotely both by students and staff, on and off campus, and should there be any issues concerning access there is a dedicated IT specialist on campus to help resolve any issues. The IT support technician is available on campus daily for general maintenance, support and advice on software and use of Sinapto. 1. Computer Software (London Campus), 63 computers available to students 63 x Microsoft Office mac x Adobe Design Premium CS6 21 x Parallels Desktop for Mac 8 Enterprise Edition 21 x Windows 8 Professional 21 x AutoCAD x Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suite Ultimate 2013