ADM5001 - Research methods - 2017

0 points, SCA Band 1, 0.000 EFTSL

Postgraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Faculty

Art, Design and Architecture

Coordinator(s)

Dr Fiona Macdonald

Unit guides

Offered

Caulfield

  • First semester 2017 (Day)
  • First semester 2017 (Off-campus)
  • First semester 2017 (External Candidature)

Synopsis

Research Methods introduces the candidates to methodology in the critical context of contemporary art practice. The unit is undertaken at the initial stages of the research degree and encourages candidates to conceptualise their research project across theory and practice within a field of inquiry.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

  1. have developed a critical awareness to research in their discipline
  2. have developed an understanding of methodologies in contemporary art research
  3. have developed a critical approach to the analysis of bibliographic sources
  4. have developed an understanding of research ethics and research integrity
  5. appreciate the difference between professional practice in their discipline and research in their discipline
  6. have prepared for MFA confirmation.

Assessment

Annotated Bibliography (1500 words): 25%

Literature Review (3500 words): 75%

Workload requirements

2 hours per week, 8 hours of private study

See also Unit timetable information

Chief examiner(s)