If you haven’t read Part 1 of How to Write an academic proposal, click here. Academic Writing can be hard, all jokes aside, especially if you’re new at this. You may have an idea, but where to even start is a headache.
Not to worry! This article will break it down for you.
Consider These to Know How to Write an Academic Proposal
5. Create a Work Plan
Make a detailed work plan that outlines the particular tasks, due dates, and materials required for the project’s accomplishment. Organize the project into manageable phases and allocate resources appropriately. This will prove that your project is doable and help you manage it successfully.
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What’s all this?
Well, it may come as a bonus if you’re writing your undergrad or Master’s Thesis final year paper. You can jot this down or paste this somewhere visible. It will help you to finish your work on time.
6. Identify Required Resources
Justify, justify, justify! Here’s where you list all the resources you need. You should be able to explain or convince your donors why you need the listed logistics to complete your project.
This could involve people, software, data sources, or funds. Be reasonable and, if necessary, include a budget estimate.
When requesting money, make careful to be clear about how much you need and why you believe it is crucial to the project’s success.
7. Consider Potential Risks
Some things that may go wrong along the line are, your project can take a different turn based on comments from the lecturers or your supervisor, limited resources or time constraints.
Hold on, I can explain……..
Your project topic can either change to reflect your work, which is not much of a big deal.
Your work may have to be completely changed. I mean, you have to start all over again; the sleepless nights, hours in the library, fast food in bed, backaches, writers’ block and all. How frustrating!
Denying that any of this could happen is even more heartbreaking!
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What to do: Have a plan B topic, not entirely different from your original plan so that you still have some familiar terms to keep you going.
8. Write the Proposal
Write a succinct executive summary that summarizes your project and is interesting to read first.
Then, go into further detail about each of the sections that were previously covered, such as the project objectives, literature review, methodology, work plan, resources, and risk assessment.
Avoid using jargons. Use plain, succinct language except certain terms relevant to your work. Make sure the proposal is logical, well-organized, and simple to navigate.
9. Proofread and Revise
No, don’t do it when you’re really tired of staring at the screen all day long!
Review your proposal thoroughly for grammatical errors, clarity, and coherence. Check the formatting, referencing, and citation style required by your institution. Revise the proposal based on feedback from your supervisors.
It’s always advisable to get a second pair of eyes.
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10. Submit
Submit your proposal within the specified deadline, adhering to the submission guidelines.
Be prepared to address any additional questions or clarifications that may arise during your presentation (chances are, you’ll be asked to prepare a PowerPoint presentation on this).
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