Unit details
AIM712 - Cultural Heritage Research
| Offered at: | (X) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 1, trimester 2 or trimester 3 |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | S Cooke |
| Incompatible with: | MMM694, MMM794 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Students will examine the processes of research as it is conducted in and about museums and/or heritage organisations. Case and field studies, as well as systematic and academic approaches, will be covered. The importance of research strategies for organisations will be discussed.
Students will also develop skills in the design of research projects and the development of methodologies for research. Subject areas include research design, questionnaire design, techniques for surveying and other data collection methods, data analysis techniques, ethical issues and clearances, and report writing.
Assessment
Project proposal: Up to 1000 words: Hurdle requirement only
Literature review: 2000-2500 words: 55%
Research methodology: 1500-2000 Words: 45%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $680 | $680 | $680 | $1950 | $2513 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
**** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2005
***** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2006
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
