Critical research, exploration and speculation, leading to the detailed definition of a proposal for an individual design project. An emphasis on the ethical and political dimensions of architectural practice as a public act. A focus on the integration of theoretical, socio-cultural, programmatic, technological and professional issues. Individual submissions developed within a collaborative and supportive peer-group environment. Proposals will be initiated, researched and elaborated by each student through elective specializations selected from a range of advanced electives offered in the History and Theory, Technology and Communications streams. Preparation of an investigative study and detailed conceptual and functional design brief, articulating the parameters, values, objectives, components and implications of the project. Communication of the proposal through seminars, concept drawings/models and investigative reports.