Program Overview

Introduction to the Graduate Portfolio Module

The Graduate Portfolio module, designated as DJ40013, is a core component of the Illustration honours degree program at the University of Dundee. This module is specifically designed for level 4 Illustration students and serves as the culmination of their undergraduate studies, leading to the final graduate portfolio.

Module Overview

• Credits: 90
• Module Code: DJ40013
• Level: 4
• Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
• School: School of Art and Design
• Discipline: Communication Design

This module builds upon the knowledge and skills acquired in years 2 and 3, focusing on the development of a final graduate portfolio. It involves longer, more challenging projects, including self-directed work in the student's chosen area of illustration. By the end of this module, students will possess strong technical and practical skills, as well as an understanding of the illustrator's role in culture, society, and the economy.

Key Skills and Outcomes

The module aims to develop valuable transferable skills, including:

• Managing workloads
• Meeting deadlines
• Adapting to change
• Clearly communicating ideas in visual, spoken, and written forms

What You Will Learn

In this module, students will:

• Collaborate with external partners to gain real-world experience
• Participate in sessions focused on employability and professional practice
• Prepare their graduate portfolio and showcase

By the end of the module, students will be able to:

• Understand key aspects of working as a professional illustrator
• Understand licensing images and contracts
• Develop their own creative voice
• Produce high-quality work that demonstrates their ability to choose the right materials and processes for their ideas

Assignments and Assessment

• Assessment Method: Coursework (100%)
• Final Submission: A portfolio containing project work based on the module briefs, as well as research and development work
• Note: This module does not include a final exam

Teaching Methods and Timetable

Teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Group discussions
• Critiques
• Hands-on work
• Online materials Teaching takes place on campus in the studio.

Available Courses

This module is available on the following undergraduate course:

• Illustration BDes (Hons)