Doctoral Research Proposal

Graduate

Preparation of a written research proposal containing: a thorough review of the literature relevant to the proposed research topic(s); an outline of the proposed research including a discussion of the expected contributions to the subject area and how these relate to previous work; a description of the relevant methods; and the expected timetable for completion. The proposal shall be presented in a public lecture. The student shall be examined by his or her advisory committee on the content of the proposal. The student must demonstrate an understanding of the context of the research project in the light of published research on the topic(s) presented, an understanding of the objectives and the methods to be used, and be able to articulate the contribution that the research will make to the advancement of knowledge. (Prerequisite: registration in the Ph.D. program.) (Cross-listed with GLIE-9980.)