This is a research-intensive course in which students undertake a self-directed research project under the guidance of a supervisor. It comprises a series of seminars on planning and conducting research, and on academic skills development. The majority of time is spent developing and implementing a research plan under the supervision of an academic member of staff.

On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. explain basic research theory and practice as it applies to topics related to environment and society
2. conduct independent research on a supervised topic, and present research contexts, methodologies and findings clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
3. engage in ethically-sound and professional research on topics related to environment and society

• Research plan (required; LO 1)
• Oral presentations (25%; LO 1-3)
• 5000 word paper on research topic (75%; LO 1-3)

Students are expected to devote at least ten hours a week to seminars and their research topic.

ENVS1003 or equivalent; ENVS2014 or equivalent for social sciences topics; ENVS2009 or equivalent for environmental sciences topics

To be advised.