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Finally, in order to be considered for a place on a PhD program, applicants are expected to
submit a PhD research proposal. A research proposal:
 Outlines your proposed research topics in the context of previous work,
 Highlights your awareness of current debates within the field,
 Demonstrates a suitable level of analysis,
 Identifies relevant gaps in current knowledge,
 Suggests a relevant research hypothesis to fill some of these gaps,
 Explains your intended research methodology in sufficient detail,
 Discusses the implications to real-world policy that your PhD proposal may invite.
This will help admissions tutors to assess your aptitude for PhD research, and also to
determine whether your research interests align with their own research priorities and
available facilities. They will also consider whether they have the relevant staff to provide
you sufficient supervisory expertise.
For this reason in particular, it is important to research institutions thoroughly before
applying for a PhD. Not only will you be happier if your research interests fit in with those of
your chosen institution, but institutions may be forced to reject your application simply on
the basis of discrepancies between their research interests and yours. Note that this initial
research proposal is not necessarily binding – it is usually a starting point from which to
further develop your research idea.
Some subject areas (such as science and engineering) do not ask for original research
proposals. Instead, the institution presents a selection of PhD research projects which are
formulated by the supervisor(s) concerned and peer reviewed. This may be done at a
certain time of year or year-round, depending on the institution. Students can then submit a
statement demonstrating a clear understanding of the research to be undertaken and their
suitability to undertake it.
These PhD research projects may also have been formulated in consultation with another
organization that may provide funding/scholarships for the successful candidate. These pre-
defined PhD projects are less common in arts, humanities and social sciences subjects,
where it’s more common for students to submit their own proposals.

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Ph d research proposals

  • 1. PhD research proposals www.writekraft.com Finally, in order to be considered for a place on a PhD program, applicants are expected to submit a PhD research proposal. A research proposal:  Outlines your proposed research topics in the context of previous work,  Highlights your awareness of current debates within the field,  Demonstrates a suitable level of analysis,  Identifies relevant gaps in current knowledge,  Suggests a relevant research hypothesis to fill some of these gaps,  Explains your intended research methodology in sufficient detail,  Discusses the implications to real-world policy that your PhD proposal may invite. This will help admissions tutors to assess your aptitude for PhD research, and also to determine whether your research interests align with their own research priorities and available facilities. They will also consider whether they have the relevant staff to provide you sufficient supervisory expertise. For this reason in particular, it is important to research institutions thoroughly before applying for a PhD. Not only will you be happier if your research interests fit in with those of your chosen institution, but institutions may be forced to reject your application simply on the basis of discrepancies between their research interests and yours. Note that this initial research proposal is not necessarily binding – it is usually a starting point from which to further develop your research idea. Some subject areas (such as science and engineering) do not ask for original research proposals. Instead, the institution presents a selection of PhD research projects which are formulated by the supervisor(s) concerned and peer reviewed. This may be done at a certain time of year or year-round, depending on the institution. Students can then submit a statement demonstrating a clear understanding of the research to be undertaken and their suitability to undertake it. These PhD research projects may also have been formulated in consultation with another organization that may provide funding/scholarships for the successful candidate. These pre- defined PhD projects are less common in arts, humanities and social sciences subjects, where it’s more common for students to submit their own proposals.