Research Framework Structure

The research framework is divided into three stages -

1) Resource Assessment:

an overview of the current state of knowledge generated through a review of previous research. [It is worth clarifying that in the 'Maritime and Marine Historic Environment Research Framework' this will necessarily be a characterisation of research so far undertaken.]

2) Research Agenda:

recognition of the potential of the resource, gaps in our knowledge and a list of research subjects.

3) Research Strategy:

a prioritised list of research objectives, furthered by implementing specific Research Projects.

This project comprises the first two stages. The final stage – developing the research strategy – will follow once this project is completed and 'Maritime and Marine Historic Environment Resource Assessment and Research Agenda' for England have been agreed and published.