BA (Hons) Modelmaking

Modelmaking

COURSE OVERVIEW

This innovative course is a European leader in its field. You’ll find it challenging but also rewarding and fun. You’ll develop your technical and aesthetic abilities using a wide variety of processes and materials to answer challenging briefs.

 

The course also reflects the need for today’s modelmakers to take responsibility for project management in media production, architectural interpretation and exhibition design. You’ll be encouraged to think creatively, analytically and interpretively. And you’ll develop an independent approach to learning, designing and problem solving.

 

The course has strong links with the creative industries and you’ll be offered work experience with leading companies at home and abroad. You’ll work with students from other related courses on live projects and assignments. You may even visit galleries and industry studios in destinations such as New York, Prague and Rome.

 

RESOURCES

· Our strong team of ex-industry professionals is supplemented by visiting creative industry specialists.

· You’ll have your own workspace, which is important for personal development and a sense of ‘place’.

· You’ll find a strong community spirit and active studio culture.

· You’ll be able to use the well-resourced 3D workshops to support your studio work.

· A computer suite gives you the chance to integrate digital solutions in to the way you work.

 

YEAR 1

Year 1 introduces you to the creative, technical, visual and intellectual skills and knowledge you’ll need to build a successful career as a modelmaker.

· You’ll explore design ideas, critical thinking, visualisation skills and interpretation.

· You’ll attend specialist demonstrations and practical studio and workshop sessions.

 

YEAR 2

Year 2 builds on the development of skills and understanding in Year 1 and encourages you to develop as creative, intelligent makers.

· You’ll explore models as devices for explaining ideas, representation and interpretation of design.

· You’ll understand more about the demands of modelmaking in architecture, advertising, media production, exhibition, communication and interactive museum design.

· We’ll look closely at the commercial design industry and you’ll be encouraged to take a placement.

· You’ll work in teams on various projects, imitating the team ethos of the commercial world.

 

YEAR 3

In Year 3 you’ll work on more in-depth and complex studio projects and carry out a major theoretical piece of research.

· You’ll carry out a ‘live’ or simulated project, working to a client-led brief which must succeed within the constraints and expectations of the commercial world.

· You’ll learn about the professional aspects of model making and running a business.

· Your final major project is designed to promote your professional intent, direction, creativity, individuality and strength in your specialist area.

· Year 3 traditionally culminates in a show in London where you can meet potential employers.

 

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INTERVIEWS AND PORTFOLIOS

Interviews are an opportunity for you to demonstrate to us your self-motivation and commitment to your area of study. We will be particularly interested in exploring how you have responded to a given brief from your school or college. We will expect to see written as well as contextual work, with samples of three dimensional pieces you have produced (ideally the pieces themselves or a photographic record of them). We would also like to see sketchbooks which demonstrate thinking and curiosity, and some observational drawing. If you can provide samples of work which you have produced outside of your studies this will also help reinforce your portfolio.

 

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

This course aims to develop highly skilled, insightful and creative graduates and students will need to show creativity, passion and enthusiasm towards a modelmaking career. You should be able to demonstrate three dimensional ability, observational drawing skills, curiosity and problem-solving skills, theoretical understanding and a real interest in design.

 

STUDY TIME

Study is divided across taught hours, studio and/or work environment time, and independent study. Excellent professional and technical support is available and students are encouraged to experiment and work collaboratively on self-initiated projects. We expect students to spend an average of 40 hours per week on their studies, although it is likely that these hours will vary throughout the academic year.

 

A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS COURSE
More student work, together with a look at our studios, recent projects, exhibitions, industry links and details of our course staff, can all be viewed in the ‘Showcase’ for this course. 

 

COURSE LEADER

Paul Johnson

CONTACT

Admissions

Tel: 01202 363228/363225

Email: admissions@aucb.ac.uk

 

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