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Unit name Design Research - Methods
Unit code KDA408
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Sciences and Engineering
School of Architecture and Design
Discipline Architecture & Design
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Learning Outcomes

ILO 1 - Examine and critically evaluate areas of contemporary research in design.

ILO 2 - Interpret and critically evaluate methods of inquiry for design research and their use within particular contexts.

ILO 3 - Articulate strategies for ensuring personal accountability in the ethical conduct of design research.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Weekly workshop - 2 hours and weekly lecture - 1-hour

Assessment

Annotated Bibliography or Critical Precedent Review - 30%

Seminar presentation - 20%

Visual essay - 50%

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