Handbook

Practitioners in the creative industries increasingly articulate the value of their practice in relation to research frameworks. This course explores skills in research methodologies and theories relevant to Art & Design students and provides a suitable foundation for independent investigations and professional practice. The course will introduce you to art and design research methodologies and practice, as well as facilitate the creation of your research direction. You will begin to understand the utility and limits of relevant research frameworks and develop your own approach to them. The aim is to build your confidence in planning, undertaking and evaluating research approaches in order to complete further research oriented study and practice in the future.