James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2018

CV4041 - Introduction to Research Methodology

Credit points: 03
Year: 2018
Student Contribution Band: Band 1
Administered by: College of Arts, Society & Education

This subject focuses upon the need for methodology/formal recognition of the techniques and issues involved in creative arts research documentation and practice. It leads students to a critical examination of the theoretical/practical aspects of a variety of research strategies as well as providing experience of creative arts techniques. Students are introduced to flexible delivery formats allowing for AV presentation, performance, discussion and other practical activities.

Learning Outcomes


Availabilities

Townsville, Limited, Study Period 1
Census Date 22-Mar-2018
Face to face teaching (Two full day workshops - Dates TBA)
Coordinator: Steven Campbell
Contact hours:
  • 16 hours workshops/Seminars - Two one day seminars (Dates TBA)
  • 13 hours - Online workshops
    Assessment:presentations (45%); essays (25%); reflective practices (30%).

    Cairns, Limited, Study Period 1
    Census Date 22-Mar-2018
    Face to face teaching (Two full day workshops, dates to be arranged)
    Coord/Lect: Steven Campbell.
    Contact hours:
    • 16 hours workshops/Seminars - Two one day seminars (Dates TBA)
    • 13 hours - Online workshops
      Assessment:presentations (30%); tutorial attendance and participation (15%); multidraft Essays (25%); class work development of aims and rationale for your research topic (10%); research journal (20%).

      Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.