my Choice @ Unisa 2012 master's and doctoral qualifications
my Choice @ Unisa 2012 master's and doctoral qualifications
my Choice @ Unisa 2012 master's and doctoral qualifications
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The research proposal<br />
What is a research proposal?<br />
A research proposal is a document that outlines your research question <strong>and</strong> research objectives, the methodology<br />
you will use <strong>and</strong> how you will conduct the research in order to answer your research question. The research<br />
proposal is a planning document <strong>and</strong> captures the thinking <strong>and</strong> logic of your approach to the study.<br />
Before you begin to write the research proposal there are a number of key steps you need to take in preparation.<br />
1<br />
Transform your idea into a research question <strong>and</strong> conduct a preliminary literature review to<br />
learn what other researchers have been studying, as it pertains to your research question.<br />
2<br />
Provide a clear indication on what you intend to do <strong>and</strong> how you will do the research.<br />
Clarify why the research is necessary <strong>and</strong> provide specific motivation for your interest<br />
in this area of study.<br />
3<br />
Define the scope <strong>and</strong> limitations of your research.<br />
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