Research proposal
When you apply for a research degree, a research proposal is part of your application for acceptance into the postgraduate program.
Selected library materials on research proposal
The following is a selection of books on research proposals and postgraduate studies available in the library collection. Search in OneSearch for more items on the topic.
| Title | Call Number |
|---|---|
| Developing effective research proposals | 300.72 PNC (Coffs Harbour, Lismore) |
| Basic steps in planning nursing research: from question to proposal | 610.73072 BRIN (Lismore) |
| The essential guide to doing your research project | 300.72 OLEA (Gold Coast, Lismore) |
| Proposals that work: a guide for planning dissertations and grant proposals | 808.066001 LOCK (Lismore) |
| Handbook for writing proposals | 808.066658 HAMP (Lismore) |
| How to prepare a dissertation proposal : suggestions for students in education and the social and behavioral sciences | 808.02 KRAT (Coffs Harbour, Gold Coast, Lismore) |
Websites on preparing a research proposal
These selected websites may also provide useful information on how to prepare a research proposal.
| Website | Description |
|---|---|
| Proposal writing short course | A step by step online course on writing research proposals by the Foundation Center |
| How to write a research proposal | "One's research is only as a good as one's proposal" - Paul T. P. Wong, Trinity Western University, Canada |
| Dissertation proposal workshop | Outlines the nuts and bolts of a research proposal with tips, examples and links by University of California at Berkeley |
| Research Proposal Guide | Comprehensive guide compiled by the University of Adelaide, including chapters such as Research Proposal Guidelines, Writing a Research Proposal, Research Proposal Examples, Research Proposal Format, as well as a blog on research proposals. |
| Writing the Research Proposal | A collection of writing guides and examples of research proposals. |
Updated: 09 July 2012