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Writing a research proposal


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Juni, Muhamad Hanafiah (2014) Writing a research proposal. International Journal of Public Health and Clinical Sciences, 1 (1). pp. 229-240. ISSN 2289-7577

Abstract

A research proposal is an important process of any research. The success of any research is depending on the quality of research proposal. The science and art of writing a research proposal depending on several factors, these include the time deadlines, quality benchmarks and associated costs. A research proposal should provide an overview of research, it gives the reader sufficient information about the research work, the complete work plan, the value and the scope of the research. A research proposal does not only communicates what researchers are trying to accomplish, but is also a tool for researchers to obtaining research fund. There are no specific rules on structure or format on writing a research proposal – it is depend on institution, funding agency and supervisor of thesis or dissertation. A research proposal may refine as the research on progress – it is not uncommon when comes to the final submission it might be a totally different document. Aim of this paper is to provide some guides and tips on writing a research proposal to new researchers, as well undergraduate or post graduate students.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Medicine and Health Science
Publisher: Community Health Society Malaysia
Keywords: Writing; Research; Proposal
Depositing User: Nurul Ainie Mokhtar
Date Deposited: 26 Apr 2016 02:27
Last Modified: 26 Apr 2016 02:27
URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/36035
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