So, I have chosen to follow the 50% dissertation / 50% studio work route (as opposed to the much more commonly chosen 25% dissertation and 75% studio work) for my final year. Therefore I will be completing a much lengthier dissertation.

After speaking to a couple of tutors, I am sure that this option will make much better use of my strengths in research, analysis and presentation, and take away some pressure on my not so favoured three-dimensional manufacturing stage.

It has also been discussed that I should consider completing studio projects that revolve around the digital and graphical sides of design, as that is what I enjoy and hope to persue a career in in the future. I need to raise issues with my graphical or digital designs or help teach something or campaign or market something, the list goes on. So a slight twist in my current direction, and now I need to start thinking of projects which could suit this path.

Thinking caps on!!