Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the definition of sustainability
- is able to perceive the overall picture of the challenges and opportunities of the fashion and textile sector in the context of sustainability
- understands the principles of circular economy in the textile and fashion sector
- understands the starting points for sustainable communications
- is able to apply the principles of sustainability and circular economy to their working environment

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is designed to be flexible enough to be taken alongside work or business. Studies are carried out independently through course assignments and online lectures. Learning and building competence requires active work. You can complete the assignments independently at your own pace, but they must be returned for approval by 28th of November at the latest. Feedback on returned assignments will be provided by the instructor. The course provides credit or competence points, but does not lead to a qualification.

Moodle will be used as the working platform and will be discussed in a joint introductory lecture on 28.9.2023. At the introductory lecture, you can participate in a online group meeting to discuss and learn the course content, objectives, online study instructions and progression. The kick-off lecture will take place in Microsoft Teams. When you attend the meeting, you will receive an email with a link to the Microsoft Teams service, which does not require you to download any software separately. This introductory session will also be available to watch afterwards on a recorded version online.

Timing and attendance

The studies will be completed during autumn 2023 within two months of the start date, which will be 28 September.

For an approved course, the assignments must be returned on time.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course material will be provided by the teacher during the course.

You will need an Internet connection, a computer, basic knowledge and access to Microsoft Word and/or Power Point softwares.

Student time use and work load

Two course credits correspond to 54 hours of work per student.  Active participation is required to build competences. The course will be completed independently through online learning within 2 months from the course start date, which will be 28 September 2023.

Contents

This course introduces the principles of the circular economy and the definition of sustainability, outlines what corporate and social responsibility means and how to communicate responsible behaviour.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Learning requires time management and self-direction skills, as well as computer use. 
Knowledge of Microsoft Teams would be an advantage. Basic use of Moodle will be covered in the first session. 
Basic knowledge of Word and/or PowerPoint softwares. 

No previous experience in the textile, clothing and fashion sector is required, but the course is suitable for those working in the sector.
The training is aimed broadly at those working in the textile and clothing sector who wish to update their skills.

Assessment criteria

The teacher assesses the student's independent progress through monitoring on the Moodle platform. Course assignments returned on time and completed in accordance with the instructions are a prerequisite for successful completion of the course.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

A student is able…
...to search, compare and explain the collected data.
...to express and analyze innovative solutions.
...to work actively independently, to support their own learning through self-direction and to work within deadlines.