3. Programme Learning Outcomes
3.1 Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…
K1 - current problems and/or new insights of their academic discipline;
K2 - techniques applicable to their own subject area;
K3 - to evaluate the design process in relation to other functions to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer
K4 - the major arguments and issues in Design Innovation practice
K5 - Critically evaluate the ways in which study of a complementary subject deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Design Innovation practice
3.2 Skills and other attributes
a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…
C1 - Demonstrate ability to advance their existing knowledge in their area and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level
C2 - formulate decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations;
C3 - identify with, respond to, and critically reflect upon the opportunities and dynamics for learning with their peers and other external contexts;
C4 - act autonomously in planning and in implementing tasks.
C5 - Interpret user research data and policy documents.
b. Subject-specific practical skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…
P1 - utilise a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject relevant to the discipline;
P2 - formulate and undertake the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality in a rational and pragmatic way
P3 - utilise high levels of numeracy, computer literacy and attention to detail when dealing with specific software tools;
P4 - recognise and analyse new opportunities from which to create a new products/services.
c. Key transferable skills:
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…
T1 – act professionally – including acting in accordance with ethical conduct;
T2 - problem solve – including clarification of questions, consideration of alternative solutions and evaluation of outcomes;
T3 - communicate – including visual, written and oral presentation and discussions;
T4 - self manage – including self-learning, and project and time management;
T5 – use methods and methodologies applicable to teamwork;
T6 - communicate ideas, concepts, theories, and arguments with different audiences through a range of practical methods and outcomes including visual, written and oral.
4. Programme structure
Semester 1, 2020/21 (January 2021)
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Code
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Title
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Modular Weight
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N/A
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Induction
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N/A
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Semester 2, 2020/21 (February to June 2021)
Compulsory Modules (60 credits)
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Code
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Title
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Modular Weight
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LLP008
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Collaborative Project
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15
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LLP002
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Design Thinking
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15
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LLP005
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Design Futures
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15
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LLP006
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Service Design and Strategy
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15
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Semester 3, 2020/21 (June to September 2021)
Compulsory Modules (75 credits)
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Code
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Title
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Modular Weight
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LLP003
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Design Research
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15
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LLP501
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Dissertation
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60
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Semester 1, 2021/22 (October 2021 to January 2022)
Compulsory Modules (30 credits)
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Code
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Title
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Modular Weight
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LLP001
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Design, Culture & Communication
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15
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LLP004
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Meaning Making in Design
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15
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Optional Modules (students should select 15 credits)
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Code
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Title
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Modular Weight
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LLP112
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Introduction to Digital Technologies
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15
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LLP234
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Strategy and Market Analysis
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15
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5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of Regulation XXI.
Students will complete the MSc or MA pathway based on the choice of a Business/Electrical Engineering Second Subject (MSc) or a Social Science Subject (MA)
All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification
Not Applicable.
