Curricula 2017–
Degree Programme in Media Culture, Photography (240 cr)
English translation, degree programme conducted in swedish.Degree: Bachelor of Culture and Arts
Qualification title: Bachelor of Culture and Arts
Duration of studies: 4 years
Study type: Full-time
Qualification title: Bachelor of Culture and Arts
Duration of studies: 4 years
Study type: Full-time
Generic competences Language Information for Students with Swedish or Finnish as Prior Language of Instruction.
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| Code | Name | Cr/year/total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Realization plans | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Total | |
| Gru | 36 cr | ||||||
| 9 | 3 | 12 cr | |||||
| VK16IN01 | Introduction to Academic StudiesBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with their school and department be able to reflect on their studies, curriculum, and the structure of the studies know about different ways of studying, learning methods and learning tools know how to use Novia's information channels have sufficient information and communication technology skills to complete their studies be able to study individually as well as in a group | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10SV01 | SwedishBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to communicate in speech and in writing in a stuctured and efficient way be skilled in information retrieval, with a focus on the databases available in the library be able to use reference systems and be familiar with the process of scientific writing have sufficient comunication skills, both in speech and in writing, for their professional needs Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately. | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10FI01 | FinnishBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to express themselves in speech and in writing in professional situations in a professional way, icluding the ability to serve customers and communicate with colleagues and collaborators be familiar with he basic terminology in their field, and be able to read professional literature within their field demonstrate such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the law (424/2003) for personnel in public bodies. This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately . | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10EN01 | EnglishBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to communicate in a professional way, both in speech and in writing, in stituations that are relevant for their professional life have knowledge about the central terminology in their own field, along with the ability to understand and make use of the main content of texts in the field | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| 6 | 6 | 12 | 24 cr | ||||
| VK16KH01 | History of Art 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with and able to define the tradition of art history, with a focus on the earlier history of art be able to understand the expression, form and content of works of art in relation to the period they were created be able to interpret and identify the central material of art history | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16KK01 | Cultural StudiesBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know and understand the concept of culture based on a broad perspective develop an understanding of the complexity of culture in a social and societal context have the ability to apply the principles of sustainable cultural development develop an understanding of contemporary culture have the ability to constructively interpret contemporary society in a group setting | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16KH02 | History of Art 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with key concepts and lines of thought regarding 20th century art develop a deeper understanding of content, form and expression master an analytic and reflective mode of thought be able to define visual culture and the challenges within the field have the ability to interpret artistic expressions and their connection to their place and time, individually and in a group setting | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16ND01 | Contemporary Art and DesignBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with and able to define the many areas of contemporary art and design be able to present a summary of the contemporary art and design field able to communicate an understanding of the connection between contemporary art and design and the tradition of art history be able to make an interpretation of the expression, form and content of contemporary art and design | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16FM01 | Research MethodsBy the end of the course, the student is expected to develop an open and critical attitude to art and culture and their role in society be familiar with relevant research methods and able to make use of relevant professional skills and knowledge in the field of research methods formulate independent and creatively relevant research questions document and critically review methods and results within their field | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16ES01 | EntrepreneurshipBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to define and identify with the professional roles within their respective field develop the necessary skilld and knowledge about business and entrepreneurship develop relevant knowledge about financing within the creative fields | 9 | 9 cr | ||||
| Yrk | 63 cr | ||||||
| 45 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 63 cr | |||
| VK16VK01 | Visual CommunicationBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with the basics of colour theory, composition and design, and is able to use their skills know the basics of stylization and how to use it in their work be able to use basic methods of image analysis know how to use a mood board or equivalent method | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| VK16TE01 | DrawingBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know the central role of basic drawing and sketching skills be able to identify the most important skills in the field of drawing be able to interpret their surroundings, subjects and thoughts in the form of a simple drawing 2 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16FD01 | History of Photography and DesignBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with the history of photography from 1839 to the beginning of World War 2 understand the cultural factors behind design, and know how to interpret how the phenomena and values of the time have influenced the design know the basics of the development of design and the industrial arts and their history before the beginning of World War 2 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16FB01 | Photo and Image ProcessingBy the end of the course, the student is expected to understand the basics of camera raw understand the basics of Photoshop master the basics of the camera be able to use basic skills related to seeing, interpreting and mediating 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16DB01 | Digital Image Processing 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basics of Adobe Photoshop and be able to continue to develop their Photoshop skills on an individual plane know the basics of Adobe Bridge and Adobe Lightroom have basic scanning and printing skills 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16LO01 | The Basics of LayoutBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basic functions in InDesign be familiar with the basics of composition, image editing and typography be able to combine image, text and graphical elements and place them on a surface be able to independently create multiple page documents for a digital environment and for print 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK163D01 | 3D VisualizationBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basics of the 3D software and how to apply these skills master visual presentations in 3D 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16KE01 | Moving Image. Camera and EditingBy the end of the course, the student is expected to understand the function of sound in video and moving images be able to explain the basic functions of a fil or video camera be able to identify the basic functions in an editing program be familiar with visual composition for moving images 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16VP01 | Workshop AuthorizationBy the end of the course, the student is expected to have basic knowledge about the tools in the workshop and how to use them know how to use the materials in an economical and ecological way understand the value of workshop discipline, safety and order | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16VG01 | The Basics of Vector GraphicsBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basic functions of Illustrator be able to create and manipulate graphical elements and place them on a surface 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16SF01 | Studio PhotographyBy the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basics of studio photography (tools and lighting) know how to do simple lighting for portrait and product photography be familiar with studio equipment and how to use it 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16FU01 | Photographic Expression 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to understand the need for a personal expression start their development towards an identity as a photographer, photo artist, or some other creative role learn how to plan a simple visual project be able to verbalize their ideas and talk about their finished image in a simple way 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16BJ01 | Photo Journalism 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basics of journalism be able to produce documentary images be familiar with the different genres of photojournalism have begun to familiarize themselves with the media industry 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16LK01 | Reading CourseBy the end of the course, the student is expected to have a greater understanding of their own professional identity be familiar with essential professional literature in their field be able to work independently on the Moodle platform 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16IB01 | Introduction to the Field 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with their creative role and creative field learn the basics of one of the common tools or means of expression in their field 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| VK16IB02 | Introduction to the Field 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to produce simple materials that are relevant to their field know the basics of one of the common tools or means of expression in their field, and its possible uses 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| VK16PJ01 | ProjectBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with project management plan and complete a group project demonstrate the ability to make plans and organize demonstrate the ability to make a project relevant to the customer know the basics of evaluating their work process and how to make usable suggestions for improvement 1 | 9 | 9 cr | ||||
| VK16PO01 | Portfolio in ProgressBy the end of the course, the student is expected to create their first portfolio or other marketing materials, along with a CV be able to create applications that are typical for their own field (applications for grants or internships, job applications and applications for an exhibition, etc) learn how to improve their own situation document and evaluate their own learning process 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16PO02 | Portfolio in PublicBy the end of the course, the student is expected to show their competence when it comes to applications/customer relations/initiatives by demonstrating concrete results produce a complete professional portfolio/other marketing materials demonstrate the results of using their portfolio/marketing materials (there will be specific assignments) develop the marketing of their skills document and evaluate their own learning process 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| VK16PP01 | Presentation PortfolioBy the end of the course, the student is expected to demonstrate a working marketing routine and its results make use of a professional portfolio/home page or other marketing platform, and present it in a way that's relevant to their field | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| Yrk | 87 cr | ||||||
| FO16YS | 33 | 30 | 24 | 87 cr | |||
| FO16FU02 | Photographic Expression 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to procuce a simple short film that presents a message be able to communicate with teachers and supervisors through a virtual platform be able to present a project in progress and explain their choices 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16FU03 | Photographic Expression 3By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to work independently and carry out a bigger visual project be able to find effective working methods that are suitable for independent work be able to discuss their own work as well as the work of others be able to document their work process (in writing) | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DB02 | Digital Image Processing 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to independently deal with the chain from digital camera/film scanner to image editing program and to print, with a professional printed image as the end result be aware of the different conditoins that apply to digital printing, the printing press, and images intended for web/electronic publishing be familar with various companies and professionals in the field of photographic printing 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DO01 | Documentary Photography 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to know the basics of documentary photography be familiar with the history of documentary photography have insights into the process of documentary visual storytelling 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16IN01 | InstrumentsBy the end of the course, the student is expected to learn the basics of framing and mounting images deepen their skills in image analysis/image perception be familiar with the basics of the history of photography from 1900 to the beginning of the 1980s | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16FU04 | Photographic Expression 4By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to plan a medium-sized visual project keep their CV and presentation portfolio up to date learn the basics of exhibiiotn hanging, press relations, organizing a gallery opening | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DB03 | Digital Image Processing 3By the end of the course, the student is expected to independently carry out a significant assignment for a customer in the field of image editing, including both post production and pre-print, alternatley the production of high-quality exhibition copies 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16MR01 | Media and Advertising 1By the end of the course, the student is expected to know how photography is used in advertising be familiar with different kinds of media and commercial actors know the basics of advertising rethoric know the basics of marketing be familiar with gender perspectives in advertising be able to create photography for advertising in the studio and on location 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16LJ01 | LightingBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to carry out advanced work in the studio be able to use advanced lighting techniques in the studio and in other environments master product and portrait photography know the basics of interior photography | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16BJ02 | Photojournalism 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to produce complete photojournalistic works consisting of pictures in combination with text (your own or somebody else's) be able to produce short news clips in video format be familiar with the history of photojournalism be familiar with gender perspectives in the media 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16FU05 | Photographic Expression 5By the end of the course, the student is expected to have developed a personal and unique style and be able to make use of it while planning a new project be able to plan bigger projects, with less supervision and more individual responsibility be able to document their work process in text and images be able to produce a simple short film, with sound, which presents a message | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16FU06 | Photographic Expression 6By the end of the course, the student is expected to demonstrate maturity and the ability to handle responsibility be able to produce a significant body of work be able to master working independently be able to work under virtual supervision be able to handle the economic aspects of a project | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DB04 | Digital Image Processing 4By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to work independently with the whole digital post-production process be familiar and experienced with high-quality digital printing, the printing press, and web publication | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DF02 | Documentary Photography 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to independently produce a significant work of documnetary visual storytelling be familiar with different platforms and publication channels for contemporary documentary photography | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16VE01 | ToolsBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to construct images in the studio environment, and to express themselves and transform their expression to a medium be able to produce publication-ready texts about their work be able to independently frame and mount images using traditional methods | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16DB05 | Digital Image Processing 5By the end of the course, the student is expected to maste advanced professional digital image editing | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16MR02 | Media and Advertising 2By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to independently create high-quality product photography in the studio be able to independently produce commercial and campaign photography have insights into company profiling and visual profiling of a brand have knowledge and experience of customer management be able to write project plans, offers and invoices have experience in working with models and a production team have experience in working with post production in a team | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16PE01 | PerceptionBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to present an overview of the international and national arts scene be able to see connections and points of interest in the tradition of Western art be able to ciritcally analyze their own work | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16BJ03 | Photojournalism 3By the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to independently produce significant photojournalistic works consisting of images in combination with text (your own or somebody else's) be able to independently produce longer/more significant documentary works in video 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16IW01 | Idea WorkshopBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to independently come up with ideas, carry them out, and evaluate the results within a limited timeframe and within the limits of the course be able to present and defend their ideas be able to generate ideas, carry them out and evaluate them in a group setting | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16VB02 | Visual Image WorkshopBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be able to carry out image analysis through your own image production be able to explain and defend their own visual process | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16TF01 | Text and Photo WorkshopBy the end of the course, the student is expected to be familiar with different ways of writing a thesis have had experience of different writing styles and writing techniques have created a disposition for their own thesis have developed a writing techique suitable for writing their thesis | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16SE01 | Photography SeminarBy the end of the course, the student is expected to have the necessary tools for communicating about their thesis work in process be ready to present their thesis visually, verbally and in writing is familiar with and has experience of the role of the opponent is familiar with and able to use visual and text-based references in connection with their thesis | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| Val | 9 cr | ||||||
| Pra | 30 cr | ||||||
| 3 | 12 | 15 | 30 cr | ||||
| FO16PR01 | Practical Training, Photography 1The student can adapt acquired knowledge and skills to professional life Can make use of various learning and practical techniques | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| FO16PR02 | Practical Training, Photography 2The student can adapt acquired knowledge and skills to professional life Can make use of various learning and practical techniques Understands the principles of group/teamwork with the ability to operate in various working groups Can adapt specific working and production methods relating to branch of study | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16PR03 | Practical Training, Photography 3The student can adapt acquired knowledge and skills to professional life Can make use of various learning and practical techniques Understands the principles of group/teamwork with the ability to operate in various working groups Can adapt specific working and production methods relating to branch of study Can develop as a person as well as broaden own knowledge and skills in own specialised branch Can individually handle tasks and solve problems within field of study | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16PR04 | Practical Training, Photography 4Can adapt specific working and production methods relating to branch of study Can develop as a person as well as broaden own knowledge and skills in own specialised branch Can individually handle tasks and solve problems within field of study Can apply project working methods Develops own professional profile Appreciates the ecological, economical and social responsibilities of the designer | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| FO16PR05 | Practical Training, Photography 5Can develop as a person as well as broaden own knowledge and skills in own specialised branch Can individually handle tasks and solve problems within field of study Can apply project working methods Develops own professional profile Appreciates the ecological, economical and social responsibilities of the designer | 9 | 9 cr | ||||
| EXA | 15 cr | ||||||
| FO16EX | 15 | 15 cr | |||||
The student develops and demonstrates their ability to use their skills and knowledge in a way that's relevant to their studies is able to reflect, document and report on their development process is able to present their work in a professional way is able to think critically and analytically is able to demonstrate their professional competence | |||||||
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