The application of various concepts, theories, and methodologies according to the chosen research focus or topic, the locus or source of research data, and the mode or scientific perspective used in an original, innovative, and transdisciplinary manner. The product of this course is in the form of a dissertation proposal including the title, introduction (background, problem/focus, purpose/benefit of definition of terms/research variables), theoretical studies, research methods, and data analysis prototypes. This course is delivered through modelling, discussion and practice with individual writing conference.