•   Style Consultation for Men SKV22SK03-3001 07.01.2025-28.02.2025  5 credits  (EST22D-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    • The students have deepened knowledge of body anatomy and can use clothes according to client´s needs and wishes
    • The students have developed analysis as method during style consultation and are able to carry out wardrobe planning
    • The students have knowledge about men´s fashion, trends and colors for the season and can give season-based style advice
    • The students are familiar with a man’s different stages of life and have an understanding how the stage of life may affect the man
    • The students have deepened knowledge about different types of clothing styles and looks
    • The students are capable to carry out style consultation for client´s various occasions
    • The students have knowledge about dress codes
    • The students have further developed the ability to use accessories in looks
    • The students can plan, create and evaluate different looks for the client
    • The students can apply, analyze and develop looks and an approach that promotes economical, ecological and social sustainability for clothing and accessories, body image, consumtion, fashion and trends for the season, wardrobe and looks
    Prerequisites
    SKV22SK01
    Content of the study unit
    Body Anatomy
    Style Consultation and Wardrobe Planning
    Men´s Fashion, Trends and Colors for the Season
    Men’s Different Stages of Life
    Clothing Styles and Looks
    Various Occasions
    Dress Codes
    Accessories in Looks
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
    The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
    The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
    The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Jaana Ylimartimo-Nybäck

    Learning material

    Study material on Moodle or according to the lecturer.
    Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.
    Coggins, D., & O'Brien, G. (2016). Men and style: Essays, interviews, and considerations. Abrams.
    Fashionary. (2018). Fashionpedia. Hong Kong: Fashionary International Ltd.
    Giertz-Mårtenson, I., Åkesson, B., & Luger, M. (2022). Men's fashion: An untold story. Bokförlaget Langenskiöld.
    Mendos, P. (2021). Ten Garments Every Man Should Own: A Practical Guide to Building a Permanent Wardrobe. Toronto: Dundurn.
    Schuman, S. (2020). The Sartorialist Man. New York: Rizzoli.
    Applications, social media and podcast.

    According to the lecturer´s instructions.

    Learning methods

    Lectures, narrative method, practical assignments and workshops, research, mood board, discussions and study visit.

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual, pair and/or team). The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    07.01.2025 - 28.02.2025

    Enrollment date range

    01.12.2024 - 06.01.2025

    Group(s)
    • EST22D-V
    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Jaana Ylimartimo-Nybäck, Vasa – timlärare Estenom, Valeria Simonova

    Additional information

    More information is given at introduction of each course part.

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Beauty and Cosmetics

    Campus

    Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    0.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Approved practical assignments, course assignments/portfolio and activity.
    Feedback is given individually or as group feedback after finished course.

    Jaanas part, 2cr: one approved assignment grade (0-5) and podcast reflection grade (Pass/Fail).
    Lecturer´s part, 3cr: more information is given at the start of the course part.

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    For course assignments/workshops are the aim to collaborate with working life.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Examination consists of submitted assignments. Examination spring 2025. All assignments in all course parts needs to be completed and approved to achieve the final course grade.

    Jaanas part, 2cr: Examination consists of submitted assignments, grade (0-5) and (Pass/Fail).
    1. Style Analysis & Wardrobe Check-up. The assignment is a written assignment. Deadline for submission: February 2025 via Moodle. Grade (0-5) and feedback is given via Moodle.
    2. Men´s Style Podcast. The assignment is a written reflection assignment. Deadline for submission: February 2025. Grade (Pass/Fail).

    The lecturer for 3cr gives more information at the start of the course part.

    Instructions for the examination are given by each teacher at the beginning of course part.

    Timing and attendance

    7.1.2025-28.2.2025, Campus Alere.

    Student's schedule and workload

    The students work 27 hours/cr.
    In class: 50hrs
    Self study: 85hrs
    Total: 135hrs

    Jaanas part, 2cr:
    The students work 27 hours/cr.
    In class: 17hrs
    Self study: 37hrs
    Total: 54hrs

    Lecturers part, 3cr:
    The students work 27 hours/cr.
    In class: 30hrs
    Self study: 51hrs
    Total: 81hrs

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
    The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
    The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
    The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
    The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    The student has almost or has fullfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
    The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
    The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    The student has fullfilled the instructions of the assignments.
    The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
    The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
    The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.