A research proposal is written to propose a research project generally in the science and academic purposes. It is usually written by a scientist or academic which describes the ideas for an investigation on a particular subject or topic.
One purpose of writing a research proposal is to show that the problem you propose is warrant for investigation such as the method you plan is feasible and the result of your study are prove to be fruitful and can be an original contribution.
Writing research proposal requires a lot of time so it is very important that your topic is interesting and you are familiar with your topic. A writer will spend a lot of time for researching from different sources for his research proposal. Make sure that there is sufficient preliminary reading or research in the area of interest.
Here are sample research proposal outline:
I. Title Page
It contains the proposal title and researcher’s name.
II. Summary
It includes synopsis of the rationale for the proposed research, statement of the problem, aims and objectives, the methods or approaches used and significance of the proposal.
III. Specific Aims
It explains the aims of the proposed research proposal.
IV. Background and Significance of the Study
It provides the background of the study as well as the details for the significance of the study.
V. Preliminary Data
It contains the information or data obtain based on the research or experiments done by the researchers. It can includes figures, graphs or illustrations.
VI. Experimental Design or Method
It provides the experimental design or method used for the study.
VII. References
It includes the list of references used.