Design practice-led research results in a creative output such as a design project, a portfolio of theoretical designs or crafted objects, or an exploration of a practical aspect design technology. This creative output is based on a traditional research process that involves identifying research questions, undertaking a theoretical and contextual review (which may include visual art and design objects and projects), gathering and analysing data, and articulating the original contribution that the creative output makes. A written exegesis and oral presentation allows for a clear articulation of the research and processes undertaken.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- critically reflect upon the research project and explain the decision-making processes to demonstrate the ability to assemble/design and install/exhibit a coherent body of studio work;
- synthesise studio and related research and articulate research question/s, methodologies, methods, and processes;
- analyse, evaluate, and communicate relevant historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices and relate them to the projects concerns; and
- document, communicate and present research processes, methods, and outcomes
Field Trips
If a field trip is scheduled, students will be informed early in the semester and will have
sufficient time to plan transport options (locations will be accessible via public transport).
Additional Course Costs
Students may incur additional costs as part of their individual project development. Costs will depend on the scale of the project.
OPTIONAL WORKSHOP FEE
Depending on your major and which workshop you may like to access as part of your chosen project, you may need to pay a workshop fee. Additionally, in order to produce
models (to scale or 1:1) will require you to purchase materials in accordance with the ANU Makerspace policy (what you pay for and make you keep). This Workshop Fee is for additional access to the workshop and use of equipment, tooling and consumable items during extra hours. It is not essential to course completion.
Payment of the Workshop Fee is optional, but if a student chooses not to pay it, access to the workshops outside of stated course hours is not allowed.
Recommended Resources
Whether you are on campus or studying online, there are a variety of online platforms you will use to participate in your study program. These could include videos for lectures and other instruction, two-way video conferencing for interactive learning, email and other messaging tools for communication, interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities, print and/or photo/scan for handwritten work and drawings, and home-based assessment.
ANU outlines recommended student system requirements to ensure you are able to participate fully in your learning. Other information is also available about the various Learning Platforms you may use.
Staff Feedback
Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:
- verbal feedback and consultations
- formal assessment feedback
- students are encouraged to seek additional feedback throughout the semester
Student Feedback
ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). Feedback can also be provided to Course Conveners and teachers via the Student Experience of Learning & Teaching (SELT) feedback program. SELT surveys are confidential and also provide the Colleges and ANU Executive with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement.
Class Schedule
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| 1 | Introduction. What is an exegesis? | |
| 2 | Writing about design practice | |
| 3 | Writing about design practice | |
| 4 | Writing about design practice | |
| 5 | Outline review and feedback | Exegesis outline |
| 6 | Drafting workshop | |
| 7 | Drafting workshop | Exegesis partial draft |
| 8 | Drafting workshop | |
| 9 | Editing workshop | |
| 10 | Editing workshop | Exegesis full draft |
| 11 | Writing in progress feedback and review | |
| 12 | Design Research Presentation in class. Project Reflection. | Assessment 1: Exegesis communicating the work made in THES4105 Wattle submissionAssessment 2: Design Research Presentation in class and Wattle submission |
Tutorial Registration
ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.Assessment Summary
| Assessment task | Value | Due Date | Learning Outcomes |
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| Exegesis | 75 % | 27/10/2023 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Design Research Presentation | 25 % | 24/10/2023 | 1,2,3,4 |
* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details
Policies
ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines , which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Integrity Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:
- Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
- Extenuating Circumstances Application
- Student Surveys and Evaluations
- Deferred Examinations
- Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
- Code of practice for teaching and learning
Assessment Requirements
The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Skills website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.
Moderation of Assessment
Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.
Assessment Task 1
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Exegesis
The exegesis should provide a clear written articulation of the research undertaken during the Design Honours project. It should clearly describe the research undertaken, including:
- title, table of contents, list of figures, acknowledgements;
- the context and background of the research;
- the research question/s posed;
- aims and objectives;
- significance/ value of the research;
- scope and limitations;
- literature/theoretical and contextual review of related work in design theory and practice, as well as other disciplines;
- methodology/ ies and methods including a justification of their validity;
- a reflective and analytic account (text and visual) of design practices and studio methods undertaken in the project; and,
- an account of the project's research findings.
The exegesis should be clearly structured using chapters and sections, and richly illustrated with relevant visual material. All sources should be cited following Chicago referencing system: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/referencing/chicago-manual-of-style.
Formative submissions for review:
Week 5: Submit a detailed outline of your exegesis for review.
Week 7: Submit a partial draft of your exegesis for review and feedback. Include bullet points / outline structure for those sections not yet written.
Week 10: Submit a full draft of your exegesis for review and feedback.
Word Length 7000 - 7500 words
Submission Requirements: Submit your work to the submission point on Wattle on due date in Week 12 as a single combined PDF.
Estimated return date: Marks will be resolved within two weeks
Assessment Criteria: Individual Assessment. Refer to Rubric
Rubric
| HIGH DISTINCTION (80-100) | DISTINCTION (70-79) | CREDIT (60-69) | PASS (50-59) | UNSATISFACTORY (0-49) | |
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Critical Reflection: Critically reflect upon the research project and explain the decision-making processes to demonstrate the ability to assemble/design and install/exhibit a coherent body of studio work (25%) Learning Outcomes: LO1 | Exemplary and insightful critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | High level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Effective level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Satisfactory level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Limited level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. |
Synthesis: Synthesise studio and related research and articulate research question/s, methodologies, methods, and processes (25%) Learning Outcomes: LO2
| Exemplary synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | High level of synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Effective synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Satisfactory synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Limited or no synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections.
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Analysis and Evaluation: Analyse, evaluate, and communicate relevant historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices and relate them to the projects concerns; (25%) Learning Outcomes: LO3 | Exemplary, insightful research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Highly diverse sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Extensive engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Professional, comprehensive research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Diverse sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Significant engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Effective research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Good level of sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Effective engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Satisfactory research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Inclusion of sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Adequate engagement with research and analysis is evidenced in creative exploration and production. | Limited research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Insufficient sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Insufficient engagement with research and analysis is evidenced in creative exploration and production. |
Documentation, Communication & Presentation: Document, communicate and present design research processes, methods and outcomes. (25%) Learning Outcomes: L04 | Exemplary written and visual communication techniques. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects exemplary organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is highly refined, professional, and presents a logical, coherent argument. Exemplary standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Professional level written and visual communication techniques. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects high level organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is professional, succinct, and presents a logical, coherent argument. Professional standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Effective written and visual communication techniques. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects a good level of organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is developing and presents a logical, coherent argument. Competence in English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Satisfactory written and visual communication techniques. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects adequate organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is developing. Acceptable standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Limited written and visual communication techniques. Structure of work presented and submitted lacks organisation and coherence. Academic writing style lacks professionalism. Unsatisfactory standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. |
Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Design Research Presentation
The Design Research Presentation should provide a clear oral and visual articulation of the research undertaken, using no more than 20 - 25 minutes.
It should clearly describe the research undertaken, including:
- the context and background of the research;
- the research question/s posed;
- aims and objectives;
- significance/ value of the research;
- scope and limitations;
- key literature/theoretical and contextual review of related work;
- methodology/ ies and methods including a justification of their validity;
- an account of design practices and studio methods undertaken in the project;
- an account of the project's research findings; and
- reflection on your thinking and its changes in direction, focusing on critical moments of insight, realisations, discoveries, encounters or discussions.
Submission Requirements: Present your work in class in Week 12. Maximum of 20 - 25 minutes. Submit your work to the submission point on Wattle on due date as a single combined PDF.
Estimated return date: Marks will be resolved within two weeks
Assessment Criteria: Individual Assessment. Refer to Rubric
Rubric
| HIGH DISTINCTION (80-100) | DISTINCTION (70-79) | CREDIT (60-69) | PASS (50-59) | UNSATISFACTORY (0-49) | |
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Critical Reflection: Critically reflect upon the research project and explain the decision-making processes to demonstrate the ability to assemble/design and install/exhibit a coherent body of studio work (20%) Learning Outcomes: LO1 | Exemplary and insightful critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | High level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Effective level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Satisfactory level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. | Limited level of critical reflection on the research project and explanation of the decision-making processes in the assembly, design, and installation/ exhibit of a coherent body of studio work. |
Synthesis: Synthesise studio and related research and articulate research question/s, methodologies, methods, and processes (20%) Learning Outcomes: LO2 | Exemplary synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | High level of synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Effective synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Satisfactory synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. | Limited or no synthesis of studio and related research is articulated in justifications and evidenced in alignment of the context, significance, aims and objectives, question/s, theoretical review, methodologies, methods, processes, explorations, and reflections. |
Analysis and Evaluation: Analyse, evaluate, and communicate relevant historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices and relate them to the projects concerns; (20%) Learning Outcomes: LO3 | Exemplary, insightful research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Highly diverse sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Extensive engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Professional, comprehensive research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Diverse sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Significant engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Effective research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Good level of sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Effective engagement with research and analysis is evidenced through application of insights to creative exploration and production. | Satisfactory research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Inclusion of sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Adequate engagement with research and analysis is evidenced in creative exploration and production. | Limited research, identification, analysis and evaluation of historical and contemporary theory, methods and practices. Insufficient sourced literature, exemplars, and materials appropriate to the field of enquiry. Insufficient engagement with research and analysis is evidenced in creative exploration and production. |
Documentation, Communication & Presentation: Document, communicate and present design research processes, methods and outcomes. (40%) Learning Outcomes: L04 | Exemplary visual and oral communication techniques in presentation to engage the audience. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects exemplary organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is highly refined, professional, and presents a logical, coherent argument. Exemplary standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Professional level visual and oral communication techniques in presentation to engage the audience. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects high level organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is professional, succinct, and presents a logical, coherent argument. Professional standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Effective visual and oral communication techniques in presentation to engage the audience. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects a good level of organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is developing and presents a logical, coherent argument. Competence in English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Satisfactory visual and oral communication techniques in presentation to engage the audience. Structure of work presented and submitted reflects adequate organisation and coherence. Academic writing style is developing. Acceptable standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. | Limited visual and oral communication techniques in presentation to engage the audience. Structure of work presented and submitted lacks organisation and coherence. Academic writing style lacks professionalism. Unsatisfactory standard of English conventions (expression, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure) and academic referencing. |
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. The University’s students are an integral part of that community. The academic integrity principle commits all students to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support, academic integrity, and to uphold this commitment by behaving honestly, responsibly and ethically, and with respect and fairness, in scholarly practice.
The University expects all staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle, the Academic Integrity Rule 2021, the Policy: Student Academic Integrity and Procedure: Student Academic Integrity, and to uphold high standards of academic integrity to ensure the quality and value of our qualifications.
The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 is a legal document that the University uses to promote academic integrity, and manage breaches of the academic integrity principle. The Policy and Procedure support the Rule by outlining overarching principles, responsibilities and processes. The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 commences on 1 December 2021 and applies to courses commencing on or after that date, as well as to research conduct occurring on or after that date. Prior to this, the Academic Misconduct Rule 2015 applies.
The University commits to assisting all students to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. All coursework students must complete the online Academic Integrity Module (Epigeum), and Higher Degree Research (HDR) students are required to complete research integrity training. The Academic Integrity website provides information about services available to assist students with their assignments, examinations and other learning activities, as well as understanding and upholding academic integrity.
Online Submission
Submission requirements will be detailed on Wattle. You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.
Hardcopy Submission
For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.
Late Submission
Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item.
Referencing Requirements
The Academic Skills website has information to assist you with your writing and assessments. The website includes information about Academic Integrity including referencing requirements for different disciplines. There is also information on Plagiarism and different ways to use source material.
Returning Assignments
Students will take works with them following assessment.
Extensions and Penalties
Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.
Privacy Notice
The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.
Distribution of grades policy
Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.
Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.
Support for students
The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).
- ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
- ANU Access and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
- ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
- ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
- ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
- ANUSA supports and represents all ANU students
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