Hello,

As part of an assessment for my Postgraduate Research Certificate I am applying two approaches to my PhD topic which is on the female reception of fictional television characters. The approaches I have chosen are poststructuralism and critical realism. I have to compare and contrast the central arguments of each approach and an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses.

I need to show understanding of the ontological and/or epistemological positions of the theories. All this requires application to my specific research project. Can anyone offer any advice on the approach and any literature I could engage with?

Consideration of how the theories work or not in relation to the project and why this is, is of importance.

Many thanks,

Nick