This course enables students to understand key research methods in History of Art. It assists students with identifying and developing research skills required for their postgraduate study.

One 2-hour session per week, consisting of a lecture or (as appropriate) a workshop and/or a blended learning component (research skills development). The blended learning component is delivered online.

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The standard assessments for this course are:

■ Essay 1 (1000 words) - 20%

■ Essay 2 (4000 words) - 80%

If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available:

■ There is no alternative to the essays, but a flexible deadline can be offered as reasonable adjustments (students should follow the usual process for extensions)

Further reasonable adjustments may be provided where necessary. Students are encouraged to consult with the course convenor. 

The course aims to:

■ enable students to identify, understand, evaluate and discuss diverse methodological approaches to research in History of Art.

■ engage students in debate and critical reflection on research methods.

■ support students' development and application of advanced research methods in written and other work such as oral and visual presentation.

■ equip students with essential practical skills necessary in advanced primary research and its effective presentation.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Evaluate key research methodologies and employ relevant approaches in their own work.

■ Analyse and critique the strengths, weaknesses and potential of diverse research methods in existing research and for their own work.

■ Apply practical skills involved in the practice and presentation of advanced research.

■ Communicate and debate effectively and using correct terminology, in written and oral form, on the methodological issues covered by the course.