Film & Television Studies MLitt
Research Methods and Dissertation Preparation FTV5068
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: School of Culture and Creative Arts
- Credits: 30
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Either Semester 1 or Semester 2
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
This course introduces students to a range of research methodologies relevant to the study of film and television. It focuses, in particular, on the application of methodologies and research processes to the students' dissertation projects.
Timetable
10 x 3 hr workshops
Excluded Courses
None
Co-requisites
None
Assessment
The standard assessments for this course are:
■ Dissertation Research Proposal (2500 words) 40%
■ Initial Review of Scholarly Research (3000 words) 60%
If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available:
■ There are no alternatives to the assessments, but extensions to the deadlines can be offered as reasonable adjustment (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. 
Course Aims
This course aims to:
■ assist students in the identification of dissertation topics and in the preparation of dissertation proposals
■ develop students' skills in utilising film and TV studies research methodologies
■ develop students' research skills in both group and individual work
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to:
■ Formulate research questions and report on findings within a variety of contexts and formats
■ Devise a dissertation proposal, supported by an initial literature review
■ Incorporate particular film and TV studies research methodologies within their own projects