The assessment comprises of two main components:  
<ol><li>Micro-credentials: All students will undertake a minimum of two out of a series of industry credentials on offer. The industry training activities will culminate in the testing of your newly acquired skills. These tests are a Pass / Fail. These might include but not limited to the following: Bectu passport;First aid training; ALBA.</li><li>Professional Simulation : Job interview  </li></ol>
Job interview  
Students will self-select from a variety of employment opportunities. Each student will research and create a professional cover letter and CV appropriate to the job specifications. All students will undertake and prepare in advance for interview / audition / workshop / screen test / skills test as appropriate for an entry level graduate position in the creative industries.  
The interview / audition / workshop / screen test / skills test will be observed by professionals and marking tutor/s. 
By the end of this professional simulation element, the student will gain a greater understanding of the types of written materials and information required when applying for employment and the research skills needed to succeed. They will demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a prospective employer. In doing so they will develop their industry network and experience prior to undertaking this in the real world.

Job Interview

Funding Application
Based on learning from the module, students will complete a relevant funding application. This will allow students to gain experience and knowledge of how to meet funding criteria and the additional paperwork that informs this. They will then be invited to interview and discuss their application in more detail.

Funding Application

<ul><li>A series of invited guests/professionals will provide opportunities for networking as well as advice/feedback on how to prepare for interviews/auditions and relevant professional skill tests.  </li><li> An examination of the impact of policy upon the creative industries and strategies to navigate this landscape.  </li><li>Alternative funding models (beyond ACE) and commissioning opportunities and creating the case for creative practice.   </li><li>Expanding your professional micro-credentials.  </li><li>Critical Reflection on skills development/learning experience and employment identity.  </li><li>Using technology to enhance your communication skills in an employment context – emphasising ‘show not tell’. </li></ul>

Professional Practice 2 - 6001PAP

Professional Practice 2

Deploy advanced relevant discipline-specific and transferable skills which can be applied in the real-world scenarios.

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the policies and funding types within the context of the creative sector.

Deploy research and create advanced materials required for employment opportunities.