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PD8300

Topics in Industrial Design Research

Credits 7.5
Level Doctoral degree level
Course start Autumn 2011 / Spring 2012
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Examination arrangement Assignment and Oral examination

About

About the course

Course content

The course requires the student to understand and put his/her own research activities in the context of previous design research inside and outside the department, related both to content as well as research methodology. The student is required to interpret and assess different approaches to design research in the context of his/her own research objectives.

Learning outcome

The course objective is to strengthen the student’s knowledge of design research relevant to his/her PhD research. Focus is on scoping research areas, defining research questions, identification and using relevant literature and networking in design research communities.

Learning methods and activities

Depending on the number of participants and the chosen subject, the course may require self study of relevant theory; discussion/seminar with supervisor or other relevant staff/students during the writing process, and a final presentation. Given the low number of students expected to participate, the organisation of the course is very flexible and individually oriented, and will be discussed at the start of the project.

Course materials

announced at course start

Subject areas

  • Architectural Theory
  • Technological subjects

Contact information

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment and Oral examination
Grade: Letters

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2011

Muntlig eksamen
Weighting 10/100 Date 2011-12-07
Oppgave
Weighting 90/100

Ordinary examination - Spring 2012

Muntlig eksamen
Weighting 10/100 Date 2012-05-23
Oppgave
Weighting 90/100