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Very warm welcome to Hawassa University’s official website! Hawassa University (HU) is one of well-established public universities in Ethiopia engaged in teaching, research and community services in the last 44 years. It was established as Awassa Junior College of Agriculture in 1976 with the admission of 217 students. In 2000, it was re-established as a comprehensive University by merging three Colleges. Currently, HwU is one of the top ranking Universities in Ethiopia with 7 campuses, over 40,000 student population & about 7,000 staff. The University aspires to be one of the ten research Universities in east Africa by 2030. Research and Technology Transfer (RTT) have been among the core missions of the Ethiopian Higher Education Institutions (HEI). In light of this mission, HU has identified eleven research thematic areas and carried out many research works in the last two decades. In doing so, HU has contributed its part for the overall development of the country through disseminating several research outputs and technological innovations that contributed for the overall development of the surrounding community and the country at large.

HU has spent about 128 million birrs for research and community activities undertakings in the last four years (2017-2020). In the same years, Hawassa University researchers have published more than 1,800 articles in international peer-reviewed journals across different disciples significantly contributing to the production of new knowledge. On the other hand, the University have invented and adapted 23 technologies in the last five years of which seven granted intellectual property right. These technologies have been transferred to different industries and helped them to solve their problems. Community service provision has been another area of focus for the University. Community services are rendered to communities in seven technology villages focusing on four issues. These are agriculture and natural resources management, health and nutrition, education and training, and free legal services.

Because of HU’s outstanding performances in the areas of research, technology transfer and community services, the University has attracted the attention of several international institutions and organizations for collaborative engagements. Furthermore, the university has excellent records in the administration and management of collaborative projects.  Presently, Hawassa University is running more than 65 collaborative projects with several international and national partners.

The university welcomes researchers, Universities and other organizations interested to collaborate with us in the areas of research, technological innovations and community services. The University has very experienced professors and devoted young staffs who are very much committed to working with our esteemed partners.

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Major objectives of the Office

Promoting and enhancing research focusing on knowledge and technology transfer consistent with national priority needs is one of the mandates of public higher education institutions indicated in Higher Education Proclamation 1152/2019. In line with this provision, Research and Technology Transfer Vice President Office (RTTVPO) is responsible to lead research projects that consider the needs of the country and enable solving challenges and support the overall development of the country through technology transfer. Specifically, the office is responsible for:

• Develop and implement the institution’s research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community service plans and policies;
• Monitor the implementation of the institution’s research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community service strategies/plans;
• Make sure that research thematic areas are identified and periodically updated;
• make sure that research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community service activities and support systems are functional;
• Enforce the rules and regulations regarding research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community service
• Lead financial administration, procurement and transport services related to research and community services of the University;
• Create a conducive environment for technology transfer activities, and coordinate and support researches that lead to production of technology;
• Oversee the delivery of relevant skill training to the academic staff, students and other employees of the institution;
• Create a conducive environment and organizational culture for research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community services;
• Oversee the general administration of collaborative project grants or funds for research, technology transfer, university-industry linkage and community service activities;
• Support and oversee the institution’s and its members’ consultancy engagements with the industry or other institutions.

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Research Programs Directorate

Research Programs Directorate (RPD) is one of the work units under VPRTT responsible for the coordination of overall research activities at HU. The directorate has the following mandates:

• Plan, organize, lead, manage and control the activities of all university-funded research programs;
• Develop, recommend and implement policies and administrative procedures for research programs;
• Identify thematic research areas;
• Coordinate and oversee research and related activities of the University;
• Propose strategic plans for the development of the University towards excellence in research;
• Prepare annual activity plan of the office and submit it to the VPRTT;
• Prepare periodic reports on research activities in all colleges and institutes of the University;
• Prepare call for research proposals and facilitate the review and approval process;
• Allocate a budget for research proposals approved by the Research and Development Committee;
• Propose incentive mechanisms through which staff and postgraduate students with breakthrough research findings could be rewarded on a competitive basis
• Facilitate the dissemination of research findings of the faculty to end-users and the scientific community

Technology Transfer & University-Industry Linkage Directorate

Technology Transfer and University-Industry Linkage (TTUiL) Directorate another office accountable to the office of Vice President for Research and Technology Transfer. It is mandated to facilitate University-industry collaboration, innovative technology development and transfer to the end-users.

The major activities of the directorate focus on

• Plan, implement, monitor and report all technology transfer and university industry-related activities of the University
• Lead technological innovation/adoption/adaption activities
• Establish and strengthen links with industries
• Facilitate student placement schemes in industries (for internship and externship
• Follow up Technology business incubation center (TBIC)
• Follow up science and technology park (STP)
• Support Enterprise support and development (spin-offs)
• Organize Professional conferences
• Facilitate Patent licensing

Community Services Directorate

Community service directorate is another directorate accountable to the office of vice president for Research and Technology Transfer. The directorate is mandated to coordinate all community services rendered by the University. Specifically,

• Plan, implement, monitor and report all community services-related activities of the University
• Facilitate knowledge and technology transfer in the areas of agriculture and natural resources management, education, health and nutrition, socio-economic aspect
• Follow-up on the effectiveness of community services of the university.
• Create collaborative relations with the community in order to maximize the use of the research results
• Identify and prioritize community services agendas /issues /for intervention
• create a link to facilitate, generate, transmit, apply, and preserve knowledge for the direct benefit of the community and industries
• Promote, popularize and disseminate knowledge and technology to the community
• Guide and support staffs involved in community services provision
• Solicit funds from concerned bodies and if appropriate from the university for community services from other sources

Collaborative Projects Coordination Directorate

The Collaborative Projects Coordination Directorate is another work unit accountable to Research and Technology Transfer Vice President Office. It has the following roles

• Enhances the university’s role in setting partnership with different local and global business, industries, the community and public sector by which activities are rechannelled into the development and support of the curriculum and teaching-learning process;
• Facilitate the participation of various stakeholders so that collaborative projects can properly carry out their activities;
• Create collaborative projects database at the university level and update regularly;
• Sets ground to increase collaborative projects/ research grants contribute to the revenue of research and professional practice activities across the university, thereby reducing dependence on public funding for research;
• Builds the capacity of staff in networking and grant writing, and address globally posted calls for a grant application; and
• Monitors and supports the implementation of the projects to bring desirable change in the community as per the agreement.

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Centre for Ethiopian Rift Valley Studies

Ethiopian rift-valley region (ERVR) is endowed with unique features of natural resources and extensive cultural heritage.  The region offers a wide-ranging opportunity for research on natural and social sciences – particularly on the Ethiopian rift valley lakes and the indigenous culture. 

• Advance excellence in research on the Ethiopian Rift Valley Region (ERVR).
• Cater for interdisciplinary research and education that contribute to the livelihoods of the population in the region.
• Create linkages with Higher Education and Research Institutions (HERIs), governmental agencies, and NGOs that are involved in studies on the region.
• Serves as a vital organ of the HU in disseminating knowledge about ERVR.
• Support graduate students who intend to carry out interdisciplinary research on issues related to the region.
• Work with different offices of the region and play a decisive role in addressing issues critical to understanding the environmental, social, and economic issues of the region.

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STEM is another work unit under Research and Technology Transfer Vice President Office. The Center performs the following activities:

Science shared campus program

Science shared campus program is one of the STEM education and training programs which is designed to deliver practical oriented and high-quality education and training (hands-on laboratory-based training) in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to students from grade 9 to 12 based on the school syllabus and using similar textbooks.

STEM outreaches

STEM outreach is another type of program which offers annual semester break and summer - STEM education for students from grade 7 to 12 those have special talents and performances from the schools in the nearby/university catchment/areas, by carrying out various activities such as science fairs, after school activities, etc.

Science fair

Science fair is a  typically a competitive exhibition of science projects usually prepared and presented by selected schoolchildren. Science fair in STEM the students can share their projects, ideas with their friends, parents and people who visit the fair.

STEM center visit program

The center organizes visiting programs and field trips to industries and other selected places in the university catchment areas with the aim of introducing the real-world applications of STEM concepts. In addition, the center facilitates school students and the community to visit STEM center facilities.

It is Weekend, semester break, and summer STEM education for students from grades 7 to 12.  The students obtain basic computer skills, electronics sciences and programing to write programs using different software.

Lab Session

This is also Weekend, semester break, and summer STEM education. The lab sessions are prepared for High school students based on the syllabus.  

Girls in STEM online

The program is designed for Girls only STEM education online with New York Sciences Academy.  

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Prevalence and Associated Factors with Maternal Near-Miss among Pregnant Women at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Sidama Region, Ethiopia

The first experience of effective 3rd line antiretroviral therapy – a case of 40-year-old female retroviral-infected patient at hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, hawassa, sidama, ethiopia, late diagnosis of breast cancer and associated factors among women attending hawassa university comprehensive and specialized hospital southern ethiopia.

Abstract Background; Breast cancer is a significant public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa and the second commonest cancer overall. In Ethiopia, most women present at the late-stage presentation. This is because Ethiopian government gives less attention, and is not well-studied as well. Therefore, it is important to assess delays in diagnosis and treating breast cancer that has been associated with a more advanced stage of the disease and a decrease in patient survival rates.Objective: To assess the magnitude and associated factors for late diagnosis of breast cancer among women attending Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Southern Ethiopia. Methodology: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from December to January 2019. Data were collected from 261 consecutively selected clients based on the arrival of their hospital visit by using a pretested structured questionnaire and checklist. Physicians performed physical examinations and diagnoses. Data was checked for completeness and consistency, and entered into epi data, then exported to SPSS for analysis. Descriptive, Bivariate, and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed using SPSS Version 25 Statistical Software.Results: The magnitude of late diagnosis of breast cancer was 86.3%. The woman who had no initial advice for breast biopsy [AOR=5.1, 95% (CI=1.4-18.9)], not sharing the problem to others [AOR=4.7, 95% (CI=1.8-12.2)] and using traditional and faith healers as a first treatment choice [AOR=3.3, 95% (CI=1.2 - 8.8)] were associated with late diagnosis of breast cancer.Conclusions: The majority of women having breast cancer were diagnosed at a late stage. It needs attention to provide better options of the modern health service, and providing accessible initial advice for breast biopsy, and creating awareness about the benefit of sharing problems with family to improve the health of mothers by early diagnosing and managing the breast cancer.

Bacterial contamination rate and drug susceptibility pattern of bacteria recovered from medical equipment, inanimate surfaces, and indoor air of neonatal intensive care unit and pediatric ward at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia

Incidence and predictors of mortality among patients with head injury admitted to hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, southern ethiopia: a retrospective follow-up study.

Introduction Head injury is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world, especially in resource-limited countries including Ethiopia. However, little is known about the mortality rate and its predictors among these patients in Ethiopia. Thus, the study aims to assess the incidence rate of mortality and its predictors among patients with head injury admitted at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Methods Institutional based retrospective follow-up study was conducted among 1220 randomly selected head injury patients admitted from July 2017 to July 2019. Bivariable and multivariable Cox regression models were fitted to identify the predictors of mortality. Proportionality assumption was tested by a global test based on the Schoenfeld residuals test. Results The incidence of the mortality rate was 2.26 (95%CI: 1.9–2.6) per 100-person day observation. The independent predictors of time to death were age above 65 years (AHR:3.49, 95%CI:1.63, 7.48), severe TBI (AHR: 8.8, 95%CI:5.13, 15.0), moderate TBI (AHR:3, 95%CI:1.73,5.31), hypotension (AHR:1.72, 95%CI: 1.11,2.66), hypoxia (AHR:1.92, 95%CI: 1.33,2.76), hyperthermia (AHR:1.8, 95%CI: 1.23,2.63) and hypoglycemic (AHR:1.94, 95%CI: 1.34, 2.81) positively associated with mortality, while underwent neurosurgery was negatively associated with mortality (AHR: 0.25, 95% CI: 0.11,0.53). Conclusion The incidence of mortality rate among head injury patients was high. Older age, moderate and severe TBI, hypotension and hypoxia at admission, neurosurgical procedure, and the episode of hyperthermia and hypoglycemia during hospitalization were the independent predictors of mortality among head injury patients. Therefore, intervention to reduce earlier deaths should focus on the prevention of secondary brain insults.

A Neonatal Hip Septic Arthritis Caused by Klebsiella pneumonia at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital Neonatal Unit, Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

Prevalence of motorcycle accidents and its associated factors among road traffic accident patients in hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, 2019, time-to-recovery after cesarean section delivery among women who gave birth through cesarean section at hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, south ethiopia: a prospective cohort study.

Abstract Background: Despite the progressive increment of caesarean section rates worldwide over the last decades; still the trend has not been accompanied by significant maternal or perinatal benefits. Moreover, information on the quality of the service, as measured by timely recovery, is scarce. This study assessed predictors of time-to-recovery after cesarean section delivery among women who gave birth through cesarean section at Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital (HU-CSH), southern Ethiopia.Methods: Institution based prospective cohort study was conducted on 381 randomly selected women who gave birth by cesarean section in HU-CSH during the follow up period. Pre-tested structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Data were analyzed using Kaplan Meir (KM) curve, Log rank test and Cox-Proportional hazard model. The outputs of the bivariable and multivariable Cox model are presented using Adjusted Hazard Ratio (AHR) with the respective 95% confidence intervals (CIs).Results: After a maximum of 19 days of stay, 96.2% [95%CI: 94.04-98.4%] of the women were early recovered. The overall median IQR) time of recovery was 2.00 (2, 3) days. The overall incidence density rate (IDR) of recovery in the cohort was 0.34 per Person-days or 2.38 per person-week. On the other hand the overall mean survival time was 3.07(95%CI: 2.75-3.40) days. Women who had ANC follow-up (AHR=1.49, 95%, CI: 1.05-2.10) and discharge from the wound site (AHR=0.13, 95%, CI: 0.03-0.56) were identified as significant positive and negative predictors of time-to- recovery after CS delivery respectively. Conclusion: This study showed that the rate of early recovery was high and is comparable to the global level figures. However, further improving preoperative maternal status, intraoperative follow up and post-operative care is needed to improve early recovery.

Pattern of skin diseases among patients attending Hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, Hawassa, Ethiopia

<p><strong>Background</strong>: Spectrum of skin diseases varies from region to region due to several factors such as genetics, socioeconomic and environmental. This study aimed to determine the pattern of various skin disorders appearing in the dermatology department of a tertiary care hospital.</p><p><strong>Methods</strong>: All patients attending the dermatology clinic of the Hawassa university comprehensive specialized hospital, from January 2017 to December 2018 were included in this retrospective analysis. The medical records of the patients were obtained from registry books. </p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 7727 patients attended the dermatology clinic of HUCSH. Out of these samples, 18.1% of patients repeatedly came to the hospital for a follow up visit related to their diseases, while 81.9% were enrolled as new cases.</p><p>There were more males (51.9%) than females. More than three quarter of the cases were aged above 16 years while less than a quarter were children below 16 years. Eczema was diagnose in 2734 (35.4%), being the most common cause for attendance, followed by infectious disease (23.3%) and disease of the skin appendages (12.1%).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions</strong>: Eczema was the most common skin disease seen in our study, followed by infectious disease   and disease of the skin appendages. Concerted effort need to be made to control these conditions and training of the primary health care providers and education of General Practitioners in Dermatology must emphasize these common conditions, with the aim of improving primary health care and alleviating the burden of hospital care.</p>

Long-Term Immunological and Virological Outcomes in Children Receiving Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy at Hawassa University College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Southern Ethiopia

Purpose. To determine immunological and virological failure and associated factors among children infected with human immunodeficiency virus receiving antiretroviral treatments at Hawassa University Hospital, Southern Ethiopia. Methods. A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 273 HIV-infected children from July 1 to December 1, 2019. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and review of patient records. Blood samples for viral load and CD4 count were collected. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20. Significance group comparison was done by the Kaplan-Meier log-rank test. The Cox proportional hazard model was used to select significant factors of the variability between groups. Results. A total of 273 children, between the age ranges of 1 to 14 years, were included. Of these, 139 (50.9%) and 134 (49.1%) were males and females, respectively. Children from the rural area were almost five times more vulnerable for virological and immunological failure than those children from the urban area ( AOR = 4.912 , (1.276-8.815), P = 0.032 ). The overall viral load suppression was 196 (71.8%) with a good adherence of 226 (82.9%). Nonsuppressed HIV viral load was found to be 77 (28.2%) which had two times more viral load copies ( AOR = 2.01 , (1.21–2.66), P = 0.001 ) when compared to those who had suppressed viral load copies. The proportions of children who had immunological nonresponse were 45.6% (21 out of 46), 30.4% (14 out of 46), and 23.9% (11 out of 46) among children with baseline CD4 of <200, 201-500, and >500 cells/μl, respectively. Unimproved outcomes among females were noted for immunological and virological failure in this study ( AOR = 1.901 , (1.038-3.481), P = 0.038 ). Conclusion. In conclusion, the highly active antiretroviral treatment appeared highly effective in terms of immunological and virological long-term outcomes. However, viral suppression (71.8%) in our study was far apart from the UNAIDS target of 90% in 2020. For that reason, strengthening adherence counseling and early initiation of HAART is important.

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Imoleayo F Foyeke

Kassu Jilcha

This study is conducted considering few categories of chemical manufacturing industry development challenges and prospects. The first is reviewing literatures regarding quality and competitiveness strategies looking into impact of quality on competitiveness. . The Second one is over view of chemical industries and types of the industry with their competitiveness advantage in the economy of the country. The method used to see this effect was literature review regarding quality, competitiveness and relationship between them. Different authors gave their finding results with different angles of view including quality and some others excluding quality for the competitiveness of the business in the industries. Findings showed the relationship b/n Quality & competitiveness for some quality characteristics were identified as positive and negative relationship. Ethiopia lack basic chemical manufacturing industry. Also, the existing chemical firms suffer from poor quality of their products w...

DESCRIPTION This study is conducted considering few categories of chemical manufacturing industry development challenges and prospects. The first is reviewing literatures regarding quality and competitiveness strategies looking into impact of quality on competitiveness. . The Second one is over view of chemical industries and types of the industry with their competitiveness advantage in the economy of the country. The method used to see this effect was literature review regarding quality, competitiveness and relationship between them. Different authors gave their finding results with different angles of view including quality and some others excluding quality for the competitiveness of the business in the industries. Findings showed the relationship b/n Quality & competitiveness for some quality characteristics were identified as positive and negative relationship. Ethiopia lack basic chemical manufacturing industry. Also, the existing chemical firms suffer from poor quality of thei...

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Writing a research proposal

How to write a research proposal.

For many subjects, writing a research proposal is a key part of your postgraduate research degree application. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and how you want to contribute to the subject.  

We use the proposal to match your interest with an appropriate supervisor to make sure you have the best support during your degree. We are looking for originality and relevance when assessing the overall quality of your application, including your suitability for this level of study.  

We highly recommend that you explore which academic researchers are working in your subject area and contact them first with any questions, this is a good opportunity to firm up your ideas, further explore the topic and talk with others in your field.  

What is a research proposal?  

A research proposal is a concise and coherent document, usually between 1500 – 2000 words, maximum 4 x A4 pages. You should outline your proposed research project, why it is of relevance (rationale), what research questions are you going to ask, what you hope to achieve (aims and objectives) and how you plan to carry out your research (methodology).   

Step-by-step 

This page is your comprehensive guide to writing a research proposal and will cover seven key elements of a proposal:  

Working title

You should include a title for your thesis in the proposal.

Your title may change as you further your research, but at this stage it's important to state succinctly what your research will cover.

Introduction

Briefly identify your idea, what is your ‘research question’?

It could be the theory you want to test, or a more open question. It would be useful to give examples, 3-5 research questions from recently completed PhDs in a relevant field. You should discuss the context around your research topic, such as current debates and issues. The important thing here is that you introduce your research project with clarity and in a way that stimulates your reader’s interest.

Demonstrate the significance of your research project.

To do this, explain why your research is important, what makes it original and how it will contribute to existing knowledge within its field.

Aims and objectives

What are you hoping to achieve with your research?

Try and produce four or five bullet points of objectives for each aim, which demonstrate your understanding of how to meet your research aims. You can use the SMART acronym to support you in creating objectives, which involves making your objectives: specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time specific.

Literature Review

Demonstrate your knowledge and awareness of relevant literature

A literature review is a discussion and evaluation of academic literature or a relevant body of knowledge (for practice-based research). You should use this section of your proposal to show that you are familiar with work in your chosen topic area and that your research will contribute something new and/or meaningful to it.

Methodology

Explain how you plan to carry out your research

The methodology section of your research proposal is where you explain how you plan to carry out your research. This should include the research techniques and methods you will use, why these are most appropriate and how you will implement them. You should also include a discussion of the research strategy (general approach) you will adopt, with appropriate justification, including the analytical approach. The section should also contain the range of research findings that will be gathered from the research and how you will analyse or evaluate this. For practice based research, include how will your portfolio of artefacts, code, software, compositions, computer games etc. articulate the originality of your research?

Reference all the materials you used in the preparation your proposal

You may also list references that you didn't directly draw upon, to demonstrate awareness of literature relating to your proposed material.

Support from academic staff in drafting your research proposal

Your research proposal will be read by academics with an interest in your field of research. You are therefore encouraged to contact members of academic staff informally prior to submitting your application to discuss to your research proposal. This can often speed up the applications process, as you can identify the member(s) of staff you have spoken to on your research degree application form.

Use the Huddersfield Research Portal to browse academic staff profiles and search using key words to find staff members who share your research interests.

Changing aspects of your research proposal after gaining a place as a research student

Your research proposal is your starting point, and we understand that as your idea develop s , your proposed research is likely to change. As such, you will not be obliged to adhere to the specifics of your proposal if you are offered a place as a research degree candidate at Huddersfield. However, as the proposal is the foundation of your working relationship with your supervisor(s), you will need to discuss any changes with them first. 

Useful tips for writing a research proposal

• Maintain a focus in your proposal: Your research proposal should be clear and concise, outlining your research idea and its benefits to your chosen field of study, in a way that the reader can clearly understand. Remember, your proposal is just the starting point and an outline and does not need to be overly complicated.
• Share your proposal: Ask someone you trust (a friend, family member, tutor) to read your proposal and provide some feedback. Do they understand what your research is about? Do they think your aims and objectives are achievable? Does your research engage them?
• Align your proposal topic with University research themes: Whilst it is important to choose a research topic that you are passionate about, your proposal will be assessed (in part) on its fit with our University research themes. You therefore need to choose a topic which aligns with topics of interest to the University or academic school you hoping to work within and make it clear how your project matches up with them.
• Be realistic in your proposal: Your proposal is assessed not only on its quality, originality and fit with our research themes but also the likelihood of completion, so make sure that the scope of your research project is reasonable and realistic .
• Take your time when writing your proposal: There are a lot of elements to a high-quality research proposal, so take the time to ensure that you meet them all. At the University of Huddersfield, there are three opportunities for enrolling onto a research degree programme during the academic year (October, January, and April), meaning less time pressure when working on your proposal and application.

Once you have written your proposal, what next?

Once you have written your research proposal you will need to complete an application form. Look at our how to apply webpage for more information.

How to apply for a research degree

Our step-by-step guide will help you to make the most out of your application for a research degree

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