Research Proposal Coaching

Programme Overview

The programme includes one introductory session and 10 hours of one-on-one online tutoring, with a typical project duration of 1–3 months.

Service Workflow

1. Academic Background Assessment
The student's disciplinary background, application objectives, research interests, prior experience, and target institution requirements are assessed to determine an appropriate research direction.
2. Specialist Mentor Matching
Based on the student's disciplinary focus and research interests, a mentor with expertise in the relevant field is matched to help the student establish the overall direction of the Research Proposal.
3. Research Direction Confirmation
The mentor engages in one-on-one consultation with the student to identify a viable research theme and core research question, taking into account the student's target discipline and future application objectives.
4. Introductory Session and Foundational Review
Through the introductory session, the student develops an understanding of the fundamental structure, writing logic, academic conventions, and common requirements of a research proposal.
5. Literature Review and Research Design
The mentor guides the student in reviewing key literature and developing a coherent account of the research background, research significance, theoretical framework, and methodological pathway.
6. Research Proposal Draft Writing
Under the mentor's guidance, the student completes an initial draft of the Research Proposal, encompassing the core components of research background, research questions, literature review, research methodology, and expected outcomes.
7. Revision and Finalisation
The mentor provides feedback and revision guidance on the initial draft, helping the student refine the logical structure, academic expression, and research feasibility of the proposal, culminating in a finalised version.
8. Output Consolidation and Application Integration
Upon completion of the programme, the student receives a complete Research Proposal and an academic evaluation report from the mentor, which may be used for research-based master's or doctoral applications, supervisor communications, or academic interview preparation.

Upon completion of the programme, students will be able to:
1. Clarify their personal research interests and translate them into a concrete and actionable research question.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental structure, writing logic, and academic conventions of a Research Proposal.
3. Produce a research proposal suitable for use in university applications, supervisor communications, or academic interviews.
4. Strengthen research communication skills in preparation for advanced study and future academic development.