Knowledge Base Repository
In addition to research papers, the Design Society is developing several valuable resources for those interested in the study of design. These include a repository of PhD theses, a library of case studies and transcripts of design activities, and an archive of our newsletters. Please note that these resources are accessible exclusively to Design Society members.
MODELS, METHODOLOGY AND FINDING FOCUS: DEALING WITH THE CHALLENGES OF PhD RESEARCH
Flanagan, T.L.; Jänsch, J.F.P.
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2004
Editor:
Marjanovic D.
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DESIGN RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
Page(s):
297 - 302
Abstract:
This paper discusses the summer school on engineering design research from a student perspective. The two-week course is aimed at postgraduate students who have completed 30-40% of their planned research duration. During the course, it became apparent that many design-research students encounter similar challenges. The course provided models and techniques aimed at clarifying the scope and contribution of the research work as well as research methodology to structure the PhD project. Lectures on design theory, advice from course leaders and overview gained from general discussions were also invaluable. We firmly believe that the course will strongly influence and improve our own research and that of the other students over the coming years.
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