MA by Project - MA

Project Development. The main focus of this module is the development of personal practice that establishes the basis for the student’s output in their major project, which will be developed into a substantial body of work, including that for public presentation. Research Methods in Art, Architecture and Design. This module provides an introduction to research methods, and is particularly suitable as an introduction to practice-based and practice-led research in creative practice. It offers research training that can be used as preparation and foundation for MA, MPhil and PhD research and the development of professional practice. Research approaches, suitable for practice-led disciplines, such as literature reviews and formal case studies will be undertaken, and written work will make use of scholarly conventions.. Research Project in Art, Architecture and Design. This module supports the completion of the research project, commenced in the Research Project Development Module. It builds towards the completion of a body of work for final submission. It is suitable for carrying out practice-based and practice-led research, as well as research involving a range of qualitative and quantitative methods.. Sustainable Practice. Sustainable Practice will offer MFA and MA by Project students an opportunity for wider peer group interaction and collaboration. The module provides students with the opportunity to: Theoretical Studies for Art, Architecture and Design. This module examines a number of key perspectives from which students may explore the contexts and implications of their own practice and the works that they produce. Seminars encourage group discussion of a range of theoretical frameworks, and their controversies and criticisms, through examination of selected texts and projects..