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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Burton and South Derbyshire College
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
This course allows students who have completed a Foundation degree (or equivalent) to progress to a BA Honours Degree. This BA (Hons) top up course allows you to enhance relevant industry skills and processes, and graduate with a refined and professional portfolio of work in the field of Fashion . You will work practically through client-led and negotiated briefs that require the recognition and application of professional practice. You will also be aware of professional expectations and be able to develop an independent route towards your individual career or postgraduate goals. You will be supported by your tutors to pursue new approaches to your subject as well as develop the transferable and technological skills necessary for you to compete in the changing global environment of contemporary creative practice. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BA (Hons) Creative Practice: Design Craft
This module will introduce you to working within the creative industries on a shoestring budget, guiding you through the design and implementation of a market-researched product or service. Youll develop a viable business plan, and learn to promote, market, and retail your idea while maintaining financial records and summarising your project outcomes. Your project must align with your chosen specialism, helping you build valuable skills for both employment and self-employment. Throughout this module, youll enhance your organisational, networking, and communication skills, among others, while keeping an electronic blog to reflect on your weekly activities and experiences. This hands-on experience will add significant value to your CV, providing real-world business acumen to leverage in job applications, funding proposals, and interviews.
This module offers you a unique opportunity to engage directly with career professionals to enhance your employability and focus on your career potential. Youll explore various routes such as work practice, conducting case study research, visiting studios or commercial venues, and interviewing practitioners. Youll conduct primary research relevant to your career aspirations and consolidate your findings with insights from industry and academic sources. Through this research, youll gain a deeper understanding of career and postgraduate opportunities, helping you set realistic career goals and prepare for entry into the creative industries. Y
In this module, you'll execute your Final Major Project, refining your initial proposal through practical implementation. Align your project with professional standardswhether it's a client brief, a marketable product, or exhibition workand conduct comprehensive research to substantiate your approach. Ethical considerations have been addressed through prior submission to the University Ethics Panel. Regular tutorials and seminars will guide you as you document your progress and present your evolving strategies to peers and tutors. This module equips you with essential project management skills and strengthens your professional portfolio, enhancing your readiness for career advancement in your chosen field.
This module empowers you to select a compelling topic within your field to craft a detailed report or extended essay showcasing your expertise in a global market context. With guidance from your tutor, you will define a focused research path suitable for the final year of an Honours degree, reflecting your personal and disciplinary interests. Through structured research activities, encompassing creative practice, theory, management, and/or history, you will employ both primary and secondary research methods to produce a professional academic work. This module culminates in a well-supported written piece that contributes to your professional development and aligns with your career goals.
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