Research Proposal Components

Research Proposal Components

• Literature Review: helps researchers understand the existing body of knowledge in the field
• Theoretical Framework: explains the theoretical framework or concepts that underpin the research
• Methodology: describes the research methods, techniques, and approaches
• Research Objectives or Goals: outlines clear and specific objectives or goals that outline what the research aims to achieve
• Data Collection: provides information on how and where the data will be obtained
• Data Analysis: explains the data analysis techniques and tools that will be used to interpret the collected data

Introduction and Title

• Introduction: provides context for the research
• Title: reflects the research's main focus

Literature Review and Expected Results

• Literature Review: reviews existing research and relevant literature
• Expected Results and Outcomes: discusses the anticipated results and potential contributions

Timeline and Budget

• Timeline: outlines data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Budget: estimates the financial resources required for the research

References and Appendices

• References: includes a list of all the sources and references cited in the proposal
• Appendices: additional materials that may be included in the proposal

Purpose of a Research Proposal

• A research proposal is essential for securing funding, academic approvals, or research permissions for a research project

Quiz about the components of a research proposal, including literature review, theoretical framework, methodology, and objectives.