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Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2

Previously offered in 2013

This course builds on the theoretical and practical skills gained in DESN4220 and DESN4230 and provides the framework for the final submission of visual communication design research ideas. The consolidation of research and support materials will lead to the production and critical analysis of a folio, thesis, exhibition or body of work including preliminary and written research material. The course involves presentation of research findings, the resolution of the research premise and the articulation of the final research project which will be theoretically, methodologically and technically sophisticated for which a grade will be given.

Objectives
On completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Prepare for post-graduate study through a combination of theoretical, studio and practical research.
2. Produce a written research thesis or dissertation.
3. Demonstrate visual, verbal and written communication skills to a professional standard.
4. Articulate research findings using appropriate communication skills.
Content
The content of the research project in the discipline of design will be substantially determined by the student in consultation with their supervisor. This will include a thesis appropriate to research undertaken at Honours level. This course will require the student to present and articulate the specifics of their design research project via verbal, visual and written methods.

The student will engage with the methodologies, legal and ethical approaches appropriate to the discipline of design.
Replacing Course(s)
DESN4030
Transition
NA
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
DESN4200, DESN4210 and DESN4220
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Individual Supervision
Integrated Learning
Self Directed Learning
Student Projects
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Thesis or dissertation
Presentations - Individual
This course includes the presentation of research findings and the submission of a completed research project that is theoretically, methodologically and technically sophisticated for which a final grade will be given.
Contact Hours
Self Directed Learning: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Individual Supervision: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for DESN4240