You must have a good grounding in the following subject areas: Interaction Design, Visual Communication.

Examples of equivalent learning Successful completion of:
Advanced Higher:
• Visual Communication
• Interactive Media Design

What you will learn and what this module is about?

In this module, you will work both individually and as a team to research, develop and evaluate a self-determined service design challenge. This will involve applying to practice a Research through Design strategy in the field of digital media and interaction design. The process includes demonstrating sound ethical procedures, project management, evaluative and self-appraisal skills.

A fundamental aim is to develop your vocabulary and confidence with qualitative research approaches and methods for collecting data and evaluating process and outcomes. These research skills will provide a solid foundation that you can hone and apply during your academic journey and beyond.

The content of the module will be updated to reflect current technological developments and research within the school.

On completion of this module, you will be able to:
LO1: Develop a critical understanding of research philosophy and theories pertinent to Research through Design strategies.

LO2: Apply to practice a Research through Design strategy, demonstrating sound ethical procedures, to a self-determined service design challenge.

LO3: Evaluate and critically reflect on the project's process and outcomes.

LO4: Show capacity for self-appraisal by documenting and analysing your learning journey on the module.