Course content

The course introduces master students to scientific thinking, methods and practices relevant for the field of design. Topics covered are:

• Introduction to the theory of science and its language
• Different approaches to design research
• Basic quantitative research and data analyses
• Basic qualitative research and data analyses
• Tools and practices in scientific communication
• Literature studies
• Research ethics

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

The student..

• has a good knowledge of key questions in scientific theory
• can explain central terminology for scientific work
• can explain channels and strategies for scientific communication
• can explain different approaches to design research

Skills:

The student..

• can formulate and explain research topics based on scientific principles
• can plan a design research project and choose appropriate methods
• can search for academic publications using central databases
• can account for and act in accordance with principles for ethical research

General knowledge and competence:

The student...

• have competence to read and analyze scientific publications
• is able to report results from scientific projects, including projects carried out by the student
• have developed a clear ethical attitude to how scientific methodology is used

Learning methods and activities

This course is offered to international master students. Language of instruction is English.

• Lectures
• E-Learning
• Project work
• Essay
• Tutoring

Additional information:

The course will be offered flexibly to students on and off campus. Lecture notes, e-lectures and other types of e-learning material will be offered through our learning management system (LMS). Communication between the teachers and the students, and among the students, will be facilitated by the LMS. The course will be made available to both campus and distance students.

Compulsory assignments

• Essay (s)
• Oral presentation

Specific conditions

Credit reductions