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Research Proposal Step-by-Step Planning & Writing Guidance

1 Lesson

Important Notice

Step 1: Understanding the Purpose and Scope

3 Lessons

What is a research proposal?

For Research Proposal Assignments

For Graduate School Applications

Step 2: Conducting Preliminary Research

1 Lesson

Preliminary Research, Identifying the Gap

Step 3: Formulating the Research Question

1 Lesson

Identifying The Research Question or the Problem Statement.

Step 4: Develop the Research Objectives and Hypotheses

1 Lesson

Aims, Objectives and Hypothesis

Step 5: Mapping the RQ, RO, RA with the intended methodology

1 Lesson

The Relationship Between Aims, Objectives and Methodology

Step 6: Academic Writing

2 Lessons

Writing Clear and Effective Paragraphs

Make your Writing Flow : Transition Phrases

Step 7: Use the Research Onion to plan your Methodology

8 Lessons

Using the Research Onion Model to Plan Your Methodology

Outer Layer - Research Philosophy

Second Layer - Research Approach

Third Layer - Research Strategies

Fourth Layer - Research Choices

Fifth Layer - Time Horizon

Core - Data Collection and Analysis

Sampling and Recruitment

Step 8: Writing Your Research Proposal

12 Lessons

The Proposal Title

Abstract

Writing a Strong Introduction

Writing Strong Literature Review

What Is The Difference Between a Question, Statement, Aim, Objective and Hypothesis?

Writing Up The Methodology Section

Ethical Considerations

*Practical Considerations

Discussion The Potential Finding and Impact

Conclusion

References

Appendices

Step 9: Revising and Refining

1 Lesson

Revising and Refining the Research Proposal

Part 10: Proposed Timelines

1 Lesson

Project Plan and Timeline: Example GANTT Chart

Peer Discussion and Comments

1 Lesson

Resources

For Graduate School Applications

Review the application guidance for your chosen programme before writing your proposal. You can also reach out to a potential supervisor and/or a PhD student already within the faculty.

Your proposal may also require you to incorporate additional pieces of information, including:

Your motivations for applying for a research degree.
Your suitability to study at your chosen level of study.
Your research experience and skills.

You should read the guidance given by the university carefully to maximise your chances of meeting the criteria for admission.

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