Research Methods and Problems (P00292)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : LLC-P-P00292

This course provides an advanced introduction to specific research problems, theories and methods in literature and cultural studies. Theories and methods, including historicism, archival approaches and contextual studies are introduced at a general level. Seminars will also examine particular instances of each type of research. The course begins with an explanation of research proposals and structures before moving on to different and competing approaches to contemporary literary and cultural scholarship.

Entry Requirements

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Common Courses (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures), (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 5 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Wednesday	10:00	12:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to formulate a research problem and will be aware of the appropriate methods for dealing with different modes of literary and cultural research. Students will not only be competent in the preparation of bibliographies and research documents; they will also be capable of identifying and articulating possible research projects in literary and cultural studies.

Assessment Information

Students will be asked to formulate a statement of a research topic, including the aims, objectives, methods and significance of the proposed research. They will also be required to write an overview and summary of recent research relevant to their identified topic. The statement and literature overview should not exceed 4000 words.