Writing a Research Proposal
State problem, questions, method and timeline.
Examples
- This project aims to investigate...
Key rules
- A research proposal states the problem, research questions, method, expected contribution and timeline
- Make the research question specific and answerable
- Justify the method briefly
Common mistakes
- This project aims to study things that might be important. → This project aims to investigate how remote work affects junior staff promotion rates, using interviews with 30 employees.
Use cases
- PhD applications
- Funding bids
- Thesis planning
💡 Tip: Include a realistic timeline with milestones, because reviewers check feasibility.