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Research Tools, Techniques and Methods unit (FSX407)

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Location: Hobart, Launceston, Online

Introduction

his unit provides an in-depth exploration of research methods and methodologies tailored for students in the Creative Arts and Media disciplines. It is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake rigorous research, whether through a written thesis or a creative / practice project accompanied by an exegesis. Students elect to focus on two of the three modules in this unit on Qualitative, Quantitative and Performative Methodologies to identify the strategies and methods to direct their¿inquiry.¿¿ 

This unit is a core unit for students from diverse backgrounds in art, music, theatre, and media, fostering an interdisciplinary awareness of undertaking research in the Creative Arts and Media. Students learn to review the benefits and implications of research in, on and through their fields, identifying potential risks in research methods and risk management strategies as well as the potential benefits of their research to participants, audiences, and communities to map out a viable project design for their Thesis and Creative Arts and Media Practice Project units.¿ 

Summary

Unit name Research Tools, Techniques and Methods
Unit code FSX407
Credit points 25
College/School Arts and Society
Creative and Performing Arts
Discipline Arts|Media|Music|Theatre
Coordinator Doctor Anthony Curran
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Honours

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Launceston Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Online Semester 1 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 22/2/2026 16/3/2026 19/4/2026 13/6/2026

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Learning Outcomes

  • Design a research project relevant to your discipline.
  • Evaluate and apply various research methods and methodologies relevant to Creative Arts and Media.
  • Evaluate and apply knowledge acquired through theoretical literature, current debates, and artefacts relevant to your projec
  • Analyse and interpret research governance and ethics concerns in the context of student-led research.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
109999 $2,384.00 $2,041.00 not applicable $5,944.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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Requisites

Co-requisites

FSX404

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus (Hobart and Launceston)

Independent strategic practice-based enquiry to underpin and enable thesis ( 3 hrs weekly)

AssessmentEthics Position Paper (20%)|Literature review (30%)|Methods Position Paper (50%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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