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Methodologies for Research in Studies on Culture

Methodologies for Research in Studies on Culture

Code	13015
Year	1
Semester	S2
ECTS Credits	6
Workload	OT(15H)/TP(45H)
Scientific area	Cultura
Entry requirements	N/A
Mode of delivery	Face-to-face
Work placements	Not applicable
Learning outcomes	The Research classes aim to develop students' autonomy in preparing a preliminary research project by training and testing their ability to question reality, critically analyse and construct logical and linguistically correct scientific reports. To develop students' ability to prepare a research proposal that is theoretically and methodologically sound. To develop advanced scientific research skills, with a focus on scientific research in cultural studies. Deepen understanding of the epistemological and methodological paradigms that structure contemporary research. Train students to design, implement and evaluate original research projects (including dissertations). Master qualitative, quantitative and mixed analysis methodologies and techniques. Produce rigorous and publishable scientific knowledge.
Syllabus	During the classes, topics will be covered that will help students develop a preliminary research project, demonstrating the application of basic rules for writing a scientific report, including citations and bibliographical references. - I. Introduction - II. Central themes of research in Cultural Studies - III. Basic rules for writing a scientific report - IV. Steps in developing a preliminary project
Main Bibliography	Baptista, M. M. (2017). Estudos culturais: Uma introdução crítica. Grácio Editor. Becker, H. (2015), Truques da escrita: para começar e terminar teses, livros e artigos. Rio de Janeiro: Zahar.. Bell, Judith, (2004), Como Realizar um Projecto de Investigação, Lisboa: Gradiva. Carvalho J. E., (2002), Metodologia do trabalho científico, Lisboa, Escolar Editora. Eco, Umberto, (2003), Como se faz uma tese em ciências humanas, Lisboa: Editorial Presença. Martins, M. L. (2011). Crise no castelo da cultura: Das estrelas para os ecrãs. Grácio Editor. Vilelas, José, (2020), Investigação - O Processo de Construção do Conhecimento, Edições Sílabo, (3ª Ed.) Ruas, João, (2022), Manual de Metodologias de Investigação - Como Fazer Propostas de Investigação, Monografias, Dissertações e Teses, Escolar Editora, (2ª Ed.) Santos, B. S. (2006). A gramática do tempo: Para uma nova cultura política. Edições Afrontamento. Sousa, H. (2006). Comunicação e cidadania: Media e esfera pública.
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria	All work will be oriented towards the performance of exercises in the classroom. This practice continues, aims to enable students to plan, execute, present and defend their future dissertations. Taking into account the eminently practical objectives of this curricular unit, there will be no final theoretical exam.
Language	Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.