This module aims to consolidate research skills developed during the course and, ultimately, to deliver a dissertation document demonstrating the ability to describe and interpret findings in light to the wider knowledge base and academic literature. The student will execute an individual research project building on the design developed in ENVS484; they will acquire the ability to synthesize different information sources to form coherent arguments and relate research findings to relevant applied issues. Students will also acquire an appreciation of time-management and independent thinking.