4/16/2021 Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/assignments/127700?module_item_id=1037612 1/5Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)Due 4 May by 14:00 Points 1002020/21 Assessment Information Form:- (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE) Element:- 011 Canvas DueDate and Time(above)represent forthisassessmentYour assessment must be submitted by the date and time shownDescriptiveTitleA research proposal to be applied to your forthcoming Major ProjectWhat is beingsubmittedRESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS to TurnitinModule andSectionResearch Design and Methods (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)INFORMATIONLearningOutcomesLO 2,3,4Weighting50Learning LevelLevel 7(https://web.anglia.ac.uk/anet/academic/public/modguide_level7_asst_crit.pdf)MarkingApproachFine-gradedSubmissionLocation/ModeTurnitin (Click Here)Feedback:Location/ModeTurnitin (Click Here)20 Workingdays aftersubmissionMarker(s)Moderator(s) 2020/21 Assessment Description Form (SE) :- (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE) Element:- 011 Introduction to the Assessment 4/16/2021 Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/assignments/127700?module_item_id=1037612 2/5 Prepare a well-structured research proposal (1000 – 1500 words) in preparation for your research project in your actualDissertation/Major Project Module.Assessment DescriptionAs this assignment provides the theoretical and practical underpinning for your dissertation, the module provides the timeand opportunity for you to explore different research approaches and methods, to critically evaluate different approachesand methods, and to make appropriate choices in preparation for your dissertation. DO NOT LEAVE THE PROPOSALASSIGNMENT UNTIL IT IS DUE IN WEEK 12 – You must start to identify your research theme in week 1.This assignment is submitted via Turnitin, and the Turnitin class will be made available to you before the submission date.OutlineUse the experience and knowledge gained in the first assessment (methodological options) to develop a researchproposal appropriate for your forthcoming MSc Major Project (dissertation).Your proposal will be a preliminary research design for your dissertation.Your proposal should not exceed 1500 words. A suggested, approximate allocation of words to each of the sections ofthe proposal is given below. These suggestions allow for some flexibility – you can adapt the word counts to your ownneeds.Proposal Tasks and StructureTitle page – including working title of your research project, your SID number, the total word count, the wordcountexcluding appendices, the wordcount excluding appendices and tables.Contents page.Rationale (approximately 450 words), comprising:Context and scene setting.The professional or practical setting for your research work which, for part-time students should focus upon on aworkplace scenario or challenge.Possible theoretical basis of the topic (substantiated by key references verifying the problem), including the keyliterature for your topic areaJustification and case for the research project, explaining why it is needed and why it is an important investigation atthis time (ensure that your work is not going to be ‘out of date’).Potential value, importance and impact of the research. Indicate any important beneficiaries, especially if your workis being conducted in a professional setting.Research focus (approximately 100 words, this section is brief but very important), which – depending on the nature ofyour project – could be:One key question then a list of sub-questions to be answered ORAm Aim (singular – to explore, to determine, to examine… in order to…) and objectives to be achieved.(ideally five –to review, to identify, to sample, to rationalise to synthesise….) with key tasks listed under each objectiveHypothetical propositions to explore.Hypotheses to be tested (optional).Research design (approximately 650 words), comprising statements of:The theoretical basis of the research design, and your overall research philosophy (ontology) research paradigm orstrategy (epistemology).Indications of your methodological approach (focussing upon quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods of design),and whether research is based on an inductive or deductive approach. 4/16/2021 Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/assignments/127700?module_item_id=1037612 3/5 An outline of potential and preferred data collection and analysis methods to be used, including an indication of thetype(s) of data to be collected (including key data sources or, if applicable, the population and sample selectincriteria of human participants), your analytical approach, and any key validity or reliability issues. Remember thismodule is about critical analysis not just descriptive statement! How will you JUSTIFY rather than simplydescribe your preferred approach?A brief indication of the key tasks and the research might be scheduled within the resources and time available toyou (this will be expanded in your work plan, see below).Ethical issues arising from your project (approximately 150 words), indicating the ethical risks and your proposedmitigation methods. These will be informed by and will enable you to complete your ARU Research Ethics Forms asSchool or Faculty Research Ethics Approval is mandatory for all ARU students.This should include:Specific ethical dilemmas relating to your research project e.g. power relationships with fellowemployees/interviewees, the involvement of vulnerable participant groups, or the research into potentially criminalactivitiesGeneral issues including informed consent, secure data storage, use of anonymous coding to protect the identity ofparticipants, their employers, their real estate or intellectual property. .An explanation of how they thee ethical risks will be mitigated.Work plan and research timetable (approximately 150 words). This is an outline plan of what will be done in the MajorProject Module, and may therefore be subject to change. At this stage, the detail will be speculative, but you shouldsketch:A plan of action containing, processes, actions, and products, with timescales, milestones, and critical points, thiscan be done in the form of a Gantt chart, flow diagram, or any other suitable formalism (note that a chart or diagramis not included in the word count).A brief explanation and justification of the major parts of the above chart or diagram..A strategy including editorial and data collection tools.and timetable for writing up your research .References (ten-to-fifteen specific references can be considered adequate, do not try to list the entire contents of ourlibrary!). These should conform to the following standard:Cited in text, at each appropriate point, using the Harvard citation system.List these references at the end of the text in alphabetical order, again using the Harvard system.Atemplate is provided for a Masters Research Proposal.docSuggested Headings for your Research Proposal (there is no ‘one size fits all’)Advice: Generally students undertake their Major Project within the same year that they undertake this Research Designand Methods module. However, we recognise that there may, for some students, be an interval between these twomodules: notwithstanding, the selection of your research topic is of significant importance to your studies and to your futurecareer, so this module emphasises the options available to you in selecting your research theme and therefore being readyfor your Major Project.We want you to identify a research theme, and your choice of supervisor that you wish to work with (as far as possiblegiven the availability of staff), at the earliest opportunity: if you leave these choices to the actual Major Project module you (https://vle.anglia.ac.uk/modules/2016/MOD002395/TRI2-F01CHE/Documents/Research%20Proposal/Template%20for%20a%20Masters%20Research%20Proposal.doc)(https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/files/1733518/download?download_frd=1) 4/16/2021 Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/assignments/127700?module_item_id=1037612 4/5 would disadvantage yourself in terms of time and personal research. However, if you choose to follow different researchthemes in this module and in your major project – this would incur risks to time and quality that only you can assess anddetermine – YOU DECIDE – but our advice would be to follow the same theme as far as practicable.Intended learning outcomes for the assessment2 – Critically evaluate alternative research approaches and select a design appropriate to their research proposal.3 Assess alternative research methods and select and justify a method(s) appropriate to their research.4 Devise an effective and practical research proposal for their dissertation.Other skills and competenciesThe critical thinking skills you develop in this module are very helpful for other modules as your progress through yourmasters programme.Marking scheme, criteria or rubricThis is presented below.Marking CriteriaYour research proposal will be judged by how well it conforms to the structure set out above, and by the extent to whichyou have addressed the contents of each section. The allocation of marks to each section roughly corresponds to thesuggested word lengths of each section, that is:Proposal structure, quality, clarity and rationale 30%.Research focus, critically analysing the refinement to a level achievable within a level 7 major project 10%Research design (Ontology, Epistemology, strategy, data collection) 40%Ethical issues (risks and mitigation measures) 10%Work plan (tasks and schedule) 10%Marks awarded will reflect the accurate use of Harvard referencing throughout the proposal.Assessment LiteracyThe 010 poster is the most concise way to convey your understanding of the epistemological options available to you as aresearcher. The Research Proposal follows the format you will require to initiate your Major Project in ModuleMOD002349. 4/16/2021 Element 011: RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1500 WORDS (2020 MOD002395 TRI2 F01CHE)https://canvas.anglia.ac.uk/courses/19649/assignments/127700?module_item_id=1037612 5/5 Note: This Assignment is provisional, subject to External Examiners’ approval.Assessment Support: Assessment provisioned 8/1/2020 updates SE_LT 20 Jan 2021
