Structure of a Research Proposal The following list offers you an idea of how a research proposal could be structured. Working Title The title should make very clear what the research is about. Context of the Research Project What is the state-of-the-art in the field? Why is your project relevant? How does your project relate […]
Writing a research proposal The research proposal is the base upon which the potential merit of your proposed research will be judged. It is a foundation from which to develop your ideas and methodological approaches and to plan your work and study program. Proposal characteristics Your task in presenting your research proposal is to convince […]
Usually, a research proposal is submitted in a format that includes the following points. Each point here is illustrated with the chosen research topic in order to show you how a research proposal is built step-by-step: Introduction and background information Here the researcher provides an introduction to the area/topic of research and provides some background […]
Research Proposal Guidelines for Applicants All applicants for graduate studies (Masters or PhD) are required to submit a research proposal with their application. The following are general guidelines for the research proposal. The Graduate Studies Committee, which reviews applications, recognizes that applicants’ research paths may shift significantly during the course of their degree. Applicants are […]
