This free online course prepares designers, artists and filmmakers for a practice-oriented doctorate in art, design or film. The course is designed for individuals preparing for a doctorate at an art, design or film school, whether in Switzerland or internationally, and provides practical insight into research. Across a series of units, Prof Dr Rachel Mader and Prof Dr Axel Vogelsang guide the participants through key stages of the PhD process—from developing a research question to choosing a methodology to carrying out the actual research—using short videos, texts and discussion formats. Six successful dissertation projects provide valuable insight into different research approaches and formats. But there is more: The MOOC is accessible any time and can complete it at your own pace. This gives you an accessible, inspiring introduction to the field of artistic research.

This six-week course from the Lucerne School of Art and Design will break down practice-based research and key topics in the research process to help you understand what it means to develop and execute a PhD in film, arts, and design.