APG5126 · Practice-based Research: Design, methods and modes of representation

Overview

In this unit you will underpin your interest in practice-based research with focused training in research design, methods and modes of representation. You will explore the key concepts and processes involved in practice-based research and examine a variety of methodologies and modes for representing research outcomes. You will focus on the process of practice-based research from design through communicating outcomes, and develop skills in integrating creative practice and writing. You will design a detailed proposal for your own practice-based research topic before embarking on the research component.

Areas of study: Arts research training

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. critically analyse key concepts and processes in practice-based research;
2. critically evaluate and select from a range of practice-based research methods and modes for communicating research findings;
3. apply ethical principles in practice-based research projects;
4. initiate and design an original practice-based research project or component of a research project.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. A unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.