Module manager: Justin Lunn
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Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
This module is not approved as a discovery module
An extended individual investigative written project on a subject chosen by each student from a list provided by the academic team, typically informed by current academic research
The objective of this module is for students to undertake an individual research project where they:
- Define problems and research gaps of relevance to one aspect of the architectural subject area
- Systematically collate and critically review the relevant literature with regard to appropriate rigour and integrity;
- Design and manage a work programme to collect, analyse and synthesise data with appropriate regard for research ethics, IP, health and safety, and risk assessment;
- Present information in a logical and cohesive way with due regard to research integrity;
- Elicit the appropriate conclusions including critical self-reflection and lessons learnt;
- Communicate appropriately through well-structured and written reports.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
ARB Outcomes are shown within curved brackets: (xxx)
1. Show specialist knowledge and critical understanding of how a focused aspect of diverse global, cultural, social, technological, economic factors and building technology influence architecture and urban design. (CK1 part)
2. Use techniques of research, enquiry and experimentation to develop effective solutions to architectural problems and to broaden their knowledge base. (RE1)
3. Locate and evaluate evidence that may be incomplete or contradictory, critically evaluating the quality of knowledge sources, making judgements and drawing appropriate conclusions that can inform architectural practice. (RE5)
4. Resource, plan, implement and record project tasks to achieve stated goals, either individually or within a team. (M10)
5. Communicate effectively with both specialists and non-specialist audiences through a range of media. (M11)
6. Acknowledge and work within the limits of their competence, expertise, and experience (PE8)
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
a. Academic skills in collection, analysis evaluation and synthesis of data sources.
b. Digital skills to assemble, collate and organise information in technical and graphic communication
c. Identification of key issues within a diverse set of contexts and ability to develop themes from these.
d. Individual working showing initiative and collaboration
- Overview of extended written project characteristics
- Literature review methodologies
- Research methods overview and techniques
- Theoretical backgrounds
- Critical and evaluative writing
- Written project presentation techniques
- Referencing
Methods of assessment
The assessment details for this module will be provided at the start of the academic year
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Supervision | 10 | 0.5 | 5 |
| Lecture | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Private study hours | 285 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 15 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300 | ||
The project will be assessed by the supervisor at regular meetings.
Progress will also be monitored via a realistic workplan delivered in Semester One.
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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