Research and Practice (9989.2)
Please note these are the 2020 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| School Of Arts And Communications | Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit will provide students with knowledge of the ways in which research is conducted by professional artists to make their work, including the informal research that goes into establishing and conducting an arts practice and working in creative industries. It introduces students to the field of practice based research in the academy.
1. Demonstrate a broad understanding of the field of practice based research;
2. Demonstrate the ability to identify and evaluate key practices and practitioners in their chosen fields; and
3. Demonstrate the ability to formulate a research plan for a creative output.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate a broad understanding of the field of practice based research;
2. Demonstrate the ability to identify and evaluate key practices and practitioners in their chosen fields; and
3. Demonstrate the ability to formulate a research plan for a creative output.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
Complete 24 credit points or permission of convenerCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
8902 Cultural ResearchEquivalent units
8902 Cultural ResearchAssumed knowledge
Year 12 English or equivalent, skills in creative writing and/or media design and production| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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Not available
Required texts
There are weekly readings that you are also expected to do; these will be available via the Canvas site
Participation requirements
Full attendance at all classes is expected. There is a significant link between a student's attendance / participation, and the quality of their learning outcomes demonstrated by the submitted assessable project components.
Please advise the unit lecturer (by email) in advance if you are unable to attend a particular class or studio.
Required IT skills
Students require general, basic computing skills in applications such as Word, PowerPoint and basic internet search capability.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
