Module ICE-4852:
Research Methods for Design
Research Methods for Design 2024-25
ICE-4852
2024-25
School of Computer Science & Engineering
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Katie Roberts-Tyler
Overview
Plan and apply design research activities to gain insights in relation to a given design challenge. The purpose is to uncover insights and identify potential opportunities for change. The module involves exploring and understanding a range of human centred research methods, and requires learners to evaluate and plan appropriate research methods. Learners will undertake research activities and evaluate findings.
Referencing; Research planning; Human centred; User trips; Empathy maps; Focus groups; Interview; Empathetic research; Market analysis; Product positioning maps, and Data capture and Analysis methods
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -50-59% Knowledge of key area/principles. Understands the main elements of the subject area. Limited evidence of background study. Some weaknesses in presentation and accuracy -good -60-69%. Strong knowledge • Understands most but not all of the subject area • Evidence of background study. Good presentation with accurate communication -excellent -70% or above. Comprehensive knowledge • Detailed understanding of subject area • Extensive background study. Excellent presentation with very accurate communication
Learning Outcomes
- Define research aims, and research question. Assess and identify appropriate research methodologies.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of practitioner issues, for example in carrying out research projects, and can reflect on the researcher's own position in the process.
- Synthesise data in order to present salient findings and insights.
- Undertakes analysis of complex, incomplete or contradictory evidence/data and judges the appropriateness of the enquiry methodologies used. Recognises and argues for alternative approaches.
Assessment method
Written Plan/Proposal
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Research proposal for a identified challenge/context. Students identify the research aims, question and appropriate design research methods.
Weighting
50%
Due date
07/11/2023
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Present analysis of outcomes from the research activities, and personally reflect on the design research project.
Weighting
50%