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Congratulations on completing this module. We have explored the purpose, and key component structures of research proposals. We have also discussed some strategies for writing effective research questions as well as the ‘what’, ‘why’ and ‘how’ sections of a proposal.
Further assistance
For more assistance in planning or writing your research proposal, consult the following resources:
- How Research Questions Can Make or Break Your Project (8:36 min) by Professor James Arvanitakis (YouTube)
- Research Questions Hypothesis and Variables: Connecting the Dots (7:55 min) by Associate Professor Ron Wallace (YouTube)
- The Manchester Academic Phrase Bank
For more assistance with your writing, see an Academic Skills Adviser in the Library.
Generative AI tools may be useful to automate and streamline various aspects of research and writing at postgraduate level. However, the AI environment is constantly changing. For up-to-date guidance on how AI can be ethically integrated into your research project at RMIT University, consult your course coordinator and the following tools:
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