Stephen Highfield Test Course

Demonstrating a deepening awareness of practical and contextual knowledge, and a recognition of subject knowledge and boundaries. 

• Subject knowledge: Identify, define, and describe appropriate principles, concepts and subject knowledge.

• Practical knowledge: Demonstrate the use of  technologies, methods, practices and processes related to the subject.

• Contextual knowledge: Identify, define, and describe contemporary and historical practices, theories, and debates.

• Subject boundaries: Acknowledge emerging practices and wider contexts that shape subject knowledge and boundaries.

This criteria is mapped against the following Learning Outcomes:

1. Employ the use of advanced technical skills appropriate to your pathway and communicate your ideas in professionally-appropriate formats. (A1)

3. Analyse and interpret larger-scale compositional structures and apply your knowledge to practical and academic outputs. (A3)

4. Demonstrate enhanced research and critical thinking skills through a range of outputs. (A4)