The Research Proposal is a complete description of the intended research, developed under the supervision of the assigned supervisor. Through the full proposal, the student needs to demonstrate convincingly that the study will make a contribution to a public health issue or problem.
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Title
Brief Introduction
Background and statement of the problem (this in the light of a thorough literature review)
Research question or hypothesis, aim and objectives
Study design (type of study)
Study population and sampling
Data collection methods and instruments
Data analysis methods – if applicable statistical planning must be fully addressed, or the candidate should provide evidence that statistics are not required.
Mechanisms to assure the quality of the study – e.g. control of bias, safe storage of data
Study period – Timetable for completion of the project
Participants in the study – all people involved in the study, and the role they play, should be identified.*
References
Appendices (copy of questionnaire, consent forms, etc.)