––– This Seminar will be held in English –––

Seminar open to Master Students
3 ECTS

Methodical Development of Research Questions

In the IPD Research Seminar, you will learn the basics of scientific design research. We will cover topics such as how to identify a relevant topic and research question within the design field, how to conduct a literature review, qualitative, quantitative, and creative research methods, writing research papers, AI-supported research, and research ethics.

As the outcome of this seminar you will develop a topic for a potential Master thesis at the chair, or for a potential future PhD research in design-related fields.

Participants learn basic concepts and approaches in the field of design research. Students develop a research question, a research design including appropriate methods and learn the basic concepts of a scientific publication in the design field. Individual aspects are practiced and applied in weekly exercises. Interested students develop an exposé for their master thesis or for a study within a future PhD.

Topics that can be worked on as a master's thesis by the chair include:
- Creativity-supporting work environments (Creative Space)
- Workspaces for Wellbeing
- Working on the road and outdoors
- Biophilic Workspaces
- Creative Workspace Ergonomics
- Neuro-Architecture, Neuroaesthetics
- (Generative) AI in the context of design and creativity

Lecturer: 
Dr. Chris McTeague

Dates:

• Kick-off 16.10.24 10:00 R. 3321 at the IPD Chair
• Weekly Wednesdays 10:00–12:00 R3321 at the IPD Chair
• Final Presentation: 29.01.2025 R. 3321 at the IPD Chair
• Hand-in of Research Proposals: 15.03.2025

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