This unit introduces postgraduate research students to research methods in the study of visual cultures (art history, film, museum and heritage studies). Topics covered will include: developing a research topic and chapter structure, time management, constructing a literature review, archival research methods, reference taking and academic ethics. As well as focusing on skills specific to writing a dissertation this course will address discipline specific forms of professional development including academic conferences, publishing and grant applications.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Art History |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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Entry into a research programme in the Department of Art History and Museum and Heritage Studies. (Ph.D, D.Arts, M.Phil. or M.A. Research.) |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Mimi Kelly, amelia.kelly@sydney.edu.au |
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