Module Details

The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title Thesis: Research by Design
Code ARCH722
Coordinator Mr A Agkathidis
Architecture
Asterios.Agkathidis@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2017-18 Level 7 FHEQ Summer (June-September) 60

Aims

1.To carry out a specific piece of research on a self selected topic and to develop a designed object that is derived directly from it.

2. to develop and practise academic skills in identifying a current design problem, formulating an analysis strategy, managing the design process and drawing relevant conclusions from the design project and response to any research findings.

3.To develop the idea of an design in the widest sense as a vehicle to apply research study and information drawn from appropriate literature.

4. To develop a deeper understanding in depth of a relevant body of design precedent and literature

 


Learning Outcomes

The module is intended to allow students:

To identify an appropriate research topic that can be investigated and reported on through sources of information that be in the form of written and/or design output

To design an effective project using appropriate methods (e.g. literature review, case study) and techniques that is derived directly from and satisfies the researched topic

To manage the research process effectively within given resources and meeting milestones on time;

To gain a deeper understanding of a particular topic in a chosen subject area


To form independent and objective views on issues in a specialised subject area,


To produce a well-written, clearly presented consistently referenced and properly formatted Research Report and a well-conceived, appropriate, well-supported and well-executed design project that is derived from the research.



Syllabus

The theme of the module will change from year to year in the light of current themes and issues in the profession and with the specific degree programme.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Tutorial -

The module is taught through studio based tutorials by both full time and part time staff

Assessment -

Digital portfolio review plus work display including a 5000 word design or research report (90%) and additional material (sketches, models, drawings, etc.) Use and development of process through a wiki on VITAL (10%) Assessed by studio tutorial staff involved, moderated by other school staff and external examiner


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours     95

    1

96
Timetable (if known)     The module is taught through studio based tutorials by both full time and part time staff
 
    Digital portfolio review plus work display including a 5000 word design or research report (90%) and additional material (sketches, models, drawings, etc.) Use and development of process through a wik
 
 
Private Study 504
TOTAL HOURS 600

Assessment

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CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
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Coursework  digital design portf  summer  100  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Assessment 1 Notes (applying to all assessments) RESEARCH REPORT : approx. 5000 word research report to accompany the design proposal. This should clearly present the research component out of which the design or product is derived. DESIGN: Portfolio is marked as a body of work. Students defend their design portfolios in interim and final reviews to a panel of both internal and external visitors. Summative feedback is given at the end of the reviews. Assessment of design portfolios is undertaken by not less than two internal examiners and is then moderated by at least one internal examiner (normally the Head of School) who has not taught on the module. Wiki : it is expected that the student will regularly update their wiki on VITAL in a timely manner to reflect their research progress The External examiner reviews all modules and programmes.  

Recommended Texts

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
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