Q&A for How to Write a Research Proposal

The proposal is written before the paper. It is your plan on how you will write the paper. The length of the proposal depends on the length of the paper. A two page paper might just require a paragraph or two for a proposal. A dissertation will require a 20-30 page proposal.

Use a table of contents. Clearly state what each paragraph will be with a subtitle. Make it long, and be thorough. Always double check for grammar/punctuation/spelling mistakes.

The application should be done separately. This is to attract a depth consideration into the proposal.This will help giving detailed suggestions for the solutions required. It will also create a comparison ground for the two researchers before writing their final proposals.

At least two. The number of references required to write a research proposal will definitely depend on the research question or problem. I suggest a minimum of two references, however, to give room for comparison, which may improve the quality of your suggested solutions.