Scientific theory and method
Qualitative method
Quantitative method
Research in design
Scientific writing
Scientific publication
Research ethics
Sustainability, particularly social sustainability
DM2572 Theory and Method for Media Technology 7.5 credits
This course will be discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2024
Decision to discontinue this course:
The course will be discontinued at the end of Autumn 2024 according to head of school's decision: J-2022-1598.
Decision date: 2022-11-01
The course was given for the last time in Autumn 2021. The last opportunity for examination in the course is given in Autumn 2024.
Students who intend to complete the course shall contact the examiner.
The aim of the course is to provide a deeper understanding of scientific theories and methods relevant for media technology research.
Course offerings are missing for current or upcoming semesters.
Headings with content from the Course syllabus DM2572 (Autumn 2022–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- account for and analyse scientific theories relevant to research in media technology
- account for and analyse scientific methods relevant to research in media technology
- review research in media technology critically
- identify methodological issues in a study
- analyse the relation between the results achieved in a study and the conclusions motivated by the results
- discuss ethical aspects within research in media technology
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
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Recommended prerequisites
B.Sc. degree
Equipment
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Literature
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Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assignments, 7.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Compulsory attendance. The student is allowed to miss at most three course meetings unless special circumstances apply.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Information and Communication Technology
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Anders Hedman (ahedman@kth.se)