Trend Collections

Structure Type: Course
Code: KH14BALS43
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 8.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Savola, Esa
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will
• possess advanced knowledge of analysing future mega trends and silent signals.
• be competent in designing an innovative collection that offers something new to a given lifestyle group through
the interpretation of silent signals.
• be able to create their own product brand.
• be capable of applying new types of materials and
production techniques in the creation of their own collection.

Student's Workload

208 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Predicting the future as a basis for work with collections
- New materials and production innovations
- Creating one’s own brand
- Working with prototypes
- Report
- Portfolio

Recommended or Required Reading

To be announced at the beginning of the course.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Lectures
- Project work
- Seminar work
- Group tutorials

Assessment Criteria

Grading will be announced during the course.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is based on the following parts:
- Gathering information and analysis: 20 %
- Report and portfolio: 10 %
- Collection: 70 %

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