ARCH7201
Research Methods
Target Students MPhil, PhD
Course Term 1
Course Type Required
Teacher(s) CHU, Cecilia L.
Research Methods introduces students to the basic parameters of a PhD thesis and equips them with the necessary skills for carrying out their research. The course provides an overview of common practices of qualitative and quantitative research in architecture and its allied built environment disciplines. Course assignments are designed to help students to define the scope of their thesis, frame relevant research questions and arguments, and become familiar with the types and usage of reference materials for their projects. Importantly, the course enables students to articulate a critical intellectual position through the development of their thesis topics and, by doing so, deepen their understanding of the significant role of research in architecture and the built environment.
This is principally a seminar course with the instructor serving as discussion leader. The course comprises lectures, discussions, and other in-class activities. Weekly readings are provided as references to help students complete their coursework.
