Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | PHOTOGRAPHY AND CREATIVE PRACTICE | ||
Code | SOCI540 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr TAY Heng Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology T.Heng@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 5 |
Aims |
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This module aims to • Provide an introduction to using photography and creative photographic practice as part of one’s research repertoire |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Identify and explain major theories surrounding the photograph and the act of photography |
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(LO2) Recognise the value and significance of photography’s contribution to our understanding of society and social issues |
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(LO3) Describe and identify potential ethical issues with photography and creative photographic practice |
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(LO4) Synthesise theories from their core discipline and apply these to photographic practice |
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(LO5) Apply basic photography techniques in the development of a portfolio |
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(S1) Digital scholarship participating in emerging academic, professional and research practices that depend on digital systems |
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(S2) Information technology (application of) adopting, adapting and using digital devices, applications and services |
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(S3) Media literacy online critically reading and creatively producing academic and professional communications in a range of media |
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(S4) Research management developing a research strategy, project planning and delivery, risk management, formulating questions, selecting literature, using primary/secondary/diverse sources, collecting & using data, applying research methods, applying ethics |
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(S5) Problem solving/ critical thinking/ creativity analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. |
Syllabus |
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This module seeks to enable students to integrate photography into their existing research repertoire. It is designed for individuals who have little to no experience in using a camera to conduct social research, but are interested in visual methods with a focus on creative practice. We will be drawing from principles and the literature in visual sociology and visual methods in particular. Students must have either a camera that allows for manual override settings (Digital SLR, Mirrorless, Advanced Compact) or be prepared to purchase the Camera+ app for their iOS smartphones (GBP4.99) or Camera FV-5 (GBP2.49) for their android smartphones (or any app that allows for manual settings of aperture, shutter speed and exposure compensation). They should also have Snapseed (Free) installed on their phones. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Seminar |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
8 |
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Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 42 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 50 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Visual Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester Two | 1500 words and 10 im | 100 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |