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TRUR3074
Competition
Using the context of externally set briefs, which have specific presentation requirements and outcomes as a vehicle for study, students will work on prepared design briefs set externally by RSA, Goldsmiths Company or other organisations. Generating design solutions and outcomes that extend challenge and fulfil the externally driven requirements.
TRUR3075
Technical Research
This module gives the student the opportunity to research technical skills, processes and materials in pursuit of design and manufacturing opportunities for their Final Major Project. It can involve advanced development of ideas through traditional skills and processes or investigating contemporary technologies and or materials.
TRUR3076
Final Major Project
Through a high level of inventiveness, creativity, analysis and using specialist knowledge students will exploit their chosen materials and technical processes to display their silversmithing and jewellery skills, competence and professional attitude. Students will demonstrate critical awareness of their medium and the relevant, contemporary location of their personal aesthetic through a collection of practical outcomes.
TRUR3077
Research Methods and Dissertation
Students will develop a research methodology within a negotiated contextual research project which informs their practice and provides evidence for an appropriate level presentation
TRUR3078
Promoting Own Personal Practice
Determine and evaluate an understanding of professional requirements for promoting and marketing own personal practice. Develop materials to prepare for life in the creative industries after graduation. Comparison of contemporary makers will inform practice.
* UK Government announcement on tuition fees
On Monday 4 November 2024, the UK Government announced a proposal to increase tuition fees for home undergraduate students from £9,250 to £9,535 per annum from September 2025 onwards. The University of Plymouth intends to apply this new fee from September 2025. However, implementation of this increase will be subject to parliamentary procedure. This change applies to new students starting their studies in September 2025. For current and returning students, the University is reviewing fees and will update you as soon as possible.
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