LICA402 - Research Theory and Methods
LICA402 Research Theory and Methods is taught as part of MA Contemporary Arts and MA by Research.
Core Information
Details
There will be between five or six generic research training sessions followed by subject specific seminars and tutorials.
Core Information
- Credits: 20
- Term: 1 (Michaelmas)
- Lectures: 1x 2 hour lecture per week
- Assessment: 100% coursework (Research Plan/Project Plan/Essay)
Aims and Outcomes
This module aims to:
- provide students with an understanding of the different approaches to research
- provide students with training in the design of research questions
- develop students' understanding of the methods and skills needed to carry out their research
- develop students' skills in research project planning, design and management
- enable students to understand the ethical issues relevant to their research project
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Clearly identify their research questions
- Select an appropriate approach for their research
- Select relevant research methods needed to complete their research project
- Demonstrate skills in research planning, design and management of their research project
- Identify the ethical issues that need to be addressed in their research project
Bibliography
Bibliography
- Barker, S. (2009) Brilliant project management, Harlow: Prentice HallBell, J. (2010) Doing your research project, 5e, Maidenhead, Open University PressBlaxter, L., Hughes, C., and Tight, M.(2008) How to research, Maidenhead: Open University PressBooth, W., Colomb, G., Williams, J. (2008) The Craft of Research, Chicago: University of Chicago Press
- Denscombe, M. (2002) Ground rules for good research, Maidenhead: Open University PressDenscombe, M. (2007) The good research guide, Maidenhead: Open University PressGilbert, N. (ed) (2008) Researching social life, 3e, London: SageKershaw, B. (ed) (2010) Research Methods in Theatre and Performance, Edinburgh, Edinburgh University PressSaunders, M., Lewis, P., and Thornhill, A. (2003) Research Methods for Business Students, Harlow: Financial Times Prentice-HallWisker, G. (2008) The Postgraduate Research Handbook, 2e, Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan
