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Graduate MSc Research Proposal Template

When preparing an application for entry into our winter batch of the Masters in Computer Science program, it is necessary to supply a clear statement describing the proposed area of research (a research proposal) with your application package. You must write your own research proposal. General Length: A research proposal approximately 2-4 pages in length is often suitable, depending on the area of research. Detail: The following outline may be used as a guide.

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The Hope University Graduate School’s Regulations, Research Proposals for post-graduate Diplomas should not less than 15 pages; those for Masters should not have more than 25 pages and those for PhDs should not have more than 35 pages. References are for Postgraduate Diploma and Masters, whereas Bibliography is for PhDs. In all cases, the writing is one and half-spacing font 12 in Times New Roman. On an A4 page, with page numbers in the bottom margin right aligned. The candidate should submit five spiral bound copies to the vetting committee.

A research project or thesis will take at least two semesters to complete. Prior to starting a research, i.e. enrolling in the first semester research course, students must go through the proposal stage, during which students will develop their proposal and have it reviewed by his/her research advisor. This means that students need months of planning and background research work before the start of the first semester research. Students are not allowed to enroll in a research course without an approved proposal. For students planning to start their research in the fall semester, the deadline for the proposal submission (to your advisor) is July 15. For those who plan to start in the spring semester, the proposal deadline is December 1. During the proposal stage, students should discuss their research interests with CM faculty members, identify a research topic, conduct preliminary literature review and develop a project proposal. The proposal should discuss problem statement, objectives, research methodology, research activities, and a time schedule in about 3-5 pages. A sample proposal is attached here for your reference.

A research proposal is a written document specifying what a researcher intends to study and written before beginning the research which communicate research problem and proposed methods of solving it. A research proposal should be built on a concrete plan to conduct academic or scientific research. Types of proposals include internal, external, solicited, unsolicited, preproposals, continuation or non-competing and renewal or competing. Purpose of a Research Proposal is to convince the organization and readers .Characteristics need to be based on attention, interest, desire and action. Qualities of good proposal include specific scope, realistic nature, appropriate credentials, fulfill needs, beneficial, short and simple. Need for good preparation of proposal is vital in formulating proposal, assisting researcher and improving the research quality. Functions of Proposal consists to synthesize critical thinking, clarifies own thinking, refine proposed research, communicate ideas, open thinking and negotiation between researcher and involved parties. Basic composition of Proposal needs a beginning, middle and an end. Typical proposal format includes title, abstract, introduction, background, preliminary studies, research methodology, budget, curriculum vitae for principal investigators, appendix and human subjects. Proposal development strategies and writing tips includes use of outline , listings, visuals, forecasting , internal summaries , significant issues , sequencing components , review , edit , proof read , avoiding overkill point and errors. Proposals are turned down when problems are trivial, complex, nebulous, diffuse without clear aim, lack of sufficient evidence, imagination and originality.

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Each application should have one Principal investigator (PI). A Co-PI can be named by the PI and is someone making a major contribution to a project. The Co-Principal Investigator is an individual that the PI relies on to assume responsibilities above those of other co-investigators, and during absences. A Co-Investigator is someone making a significant contribution to a project. Co-PI and/or all Co-investigators should review the proposal and indicate their agreement to serve by signing on the cover page next to their names. The following is a list of items that should be covered in a research proposal, and the recommended length of each section. Sections 1through 6 should not exceed 10-13pages.

Sample Research Proposals You will find here two examples of proposals for postgraduate research from the Department of Social Policy and Criminology. They both give good indication of the sorts of things that need to be included. The first, on fathering after divorce or separation, represents first thoughts on the proposed topic, but sets out some clear interests and demonstrates how it will relate for existing debates. The second, which is focused on police governance, represents a fuller proposal that was developed after the student had registered and had spent time with the supervisor working up the ideas and the methodology. It gives you some idea of the level you should aim for (but obviously the better developed a proposal is, the better, regardless of any changes that you may wish to make in discussion with your supervisors after registration). Please include a reference list at the end of every proposal. Research Proposal: Example One 'Working At It' An exploration of the perceptions and experiences of negotiating employment and caring responsibilities of fathers in post-divorce/separation co-parenting situations.

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A research proposal is a comprehensive plan for a research project. It is a written description of a research plan that has to be undertaken. It determines the specific areas of research, states the purpose, scope, methodology, overall organization and limitations of the study. It also estimates its requirements for equipment (if necessary), finance and possible personnel. In brief, a research proposal:- Is a document which determines whether a candidate is capable of carrying out independent research.  Presents a problem, discusses related research efforts, outlines needed to solve the problems, and shows the design used to gather and analyze the data.

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Writing a research proposal for an early career researcher is one of the toughest part of research work. A research proposal is a blueprint to conduct research work and a well-structured proposal provides smooth functioning for the proposed research. Generally, young researchers face various types of problem in structuring a good research proposal in absence of proper guidelines, steps and strategies. This paper aims to provide a general guideline to the students and researchers to develop a wellstructured research proposal for the purpose of PhD/dissertation/research projects, etc. The concept and significance of a research proposal, how to start research work, the process of producing and appropriate sections for a good research proposal has been discussed in great detail.

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