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ARHT5006: Visual and Cultural Research Methods

2022 unit information

This unit introduces postgraduate research students to research methods in the study of visual cultures (art history, film, museum and heritage studies). Topics covered will include: developing a research topic and chapter structure, time management, constructing a literature review, archival research methods, reference taking and academic ethics. As well as focusing on skills specific to writing a dissertation this course will address discipline specific forms of professional development including academic conferences, publishing and grant applications.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Art History

Code ARHT5006
Academic unit Art History
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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Entry into a research programme in the Department of Art History and Museum and Heritage Studies. (Ph.D, D.Arts, M.Phil. or M.A. Research.)

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. LO1. develop advanced analytical and research and writing skills. LO2. give students a sophisticated understanding of instruction in: developing a research topic and chapter structure, time management, constructing a literature review, archival research methods, reference taking, and academic ethics. LO3. give students practice, confidence and skill in oral and written presentation of material.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Remote
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Remote

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