Research Proposal Presentation And Thesis/Viva Preparation
UMBP0010 ResearchMethodologyResearch Proposal Presentationand Thesis/Viva PreparationDr. Muhammad Hanif Ramlee, 7th April 2020
Research ProposalPresentation andThesis/Viva PreparationDr. Muhammad Hanif Ramlee, PhD, BEng
PresentationOutlines My Profile 1.0 Introduction 2.0 Research Proposal 3.0 Preparation of Thesis 4.0 Tense in Proposal and Thesis 5.0 Proposal Defense 6.0 Viva Voce
My ProfileDr. Muhammad Hanif Ramlee, MIET (UK), PhD(UTM), BEng (UTM) B.Eng. in Biomed. Eng (UTM, 2012) PhD in Biomed. Eng (UTM-UPMadrid, 2015) Post-Doctorate (UKM, 2016)Current Position:1. Senior lecturer and Chair for StudentDevelopment, SBEHS, FE, UTM2. Deputy Director of Medical Devices andTechnology Centre (MEDiTEC)
My ProfileExpertise:Biomechanics, biomaterials, rehabilitation eng. And biomedical designTeaching course:1.Intro to Biomed Eng2.Statics and Dynamics3.Lab 2, CDIO Lab and PBL Lab4.Solid Mechanics5.Rehabilitation Eng.6.Biomed. Systems Design7.Biomechanics8.Research Methodology
This is a simple flow of research process:1.0Introduction1.1 Research Process
Level of research according to Degree level:Bachelor1.0Introduction Learning process in conducting a simpleresearch/analysis with correct methodologyMaster Intensively solving a problem using more advancedmethodologyPhD Conducting many analysis with advanced methodologyand proposing a newmethod/device/material/policy/technique1.2 Level of Research
What is research proposal?2.0 Research ProposalIdeasObjectiveScopeIn General:A research proposal is a written workable wellplanned ideas within a specific scope to achievetargeted objectiveWrittenPlanLiterature
2.1 Research Proposal in Different LevelBachelor Title Simple problem statement Objective Scope Significance Literature Materials andMethodology Expected Results ConclusionMaster/PhD Similar like Bachelor butmore intensive and deeper How relevant is your studyto community? What is specific andsuitable method andprocedure? How many samples? Benefits? Something new? How many papers want topublish? It is contributionto knowledge.
2.2 Content in Research ProposalIn our school practise,there is no template forresearch proposal.But these are theimportant elementsneed to be included:TitleChapter 3 Concise and relevant within content Data collection: CT scan of bone 3D model development Finite element analysisChapter 1 Introduction Background of study Problem statement Objective Scope Significance of studyChapter 2 Literature Review Eg: Anatomy of bone and tissue Eg: Previous studyChapter 4 Results and Discussion 3D model Stress and displacementConclusionReferences
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 IntroductionComponents:1.Background of study2.Problem statement3.Research objectives4.Scope5.Significance of study
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction1. Background of Study Explain some data from previous works that related to yourstudy.
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction1. Background of Study Explain similar study from previous published report.
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction1. Background of Study Why you need to conduct such study? Mention a bit about your research is to solve something
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction2. Problem statement Identify the current problem that have been faced by manyresearchers/users in worldwide
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction2. Problem statement It is suggested to state at least 3 problems Each problems should be explained in a single paragraph If 3 problems, means you need to have at least 3 paragraph The simple process as shown:Explanation of theproblemQuote or rephrasewording fromliterature withreferenceState on how tosolve the problem
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction3. Objective Based on the problem statement, you need proposeobjectives to solve the problem Make it in a point form, example:1. To develop a 3D model of bone from CT images viasegmentation process2. To analyse the model via finite element method foraccessing stress and strain3. To propose a new design of implant for treating ACLinjury
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction3. Objective Should start with ‘to’ and follow with action verb
Using SMART criteria to develop objectivesS: SpecificM:Measurable Significant Simple Meaningful ManageableA: Attainable Appropriate Achievable Aligned ActionorientedR: Relevant Realistic Resultoriented ResourcedT: Time-bound Timeoriented Tangible
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction4. Scope of study Only one paragraph Answering what, when and how The sequence: What you do, how you do and when is thesequence
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 1 Introduction5. Significance of study The significance/importance of your study to theworld/community/environment/knowledge We are not doing a research if the outcomes are notimportant
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 2 Literature ReviewWhat is literature review? It is your review/comment/thought that coming from yourreading/understanding on what you have read The flow is below:Search for literature(papers, book etc)Read andunderstandCapture importantinformationWrite it in yourwords
Example of sub-topic in chapter 2
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 3 MethodologyMust include:1. Flow chart2. Gantt chart3. List of materials4. Specific method
1. Flow chart
2. Gantt chart
2.2 Content in Research ProposalChapter 4 Expected ResultsMust include:1. Your expectations from this study2. Your hypothesisEg: It is expected that this study can provide a valuablebiomechanical information of stress and strain to researcher anddoctors for treating fracture.
3.0 Preparation of Thesis3.1 What is thesis/dissertation?What is thesis/dissertation? A written work resulting from original research, especially onesubmitted for a higher degree in a university. –Collins Concise Dictionary& Thesaurus Two important elements in your thesis:1. A worthwhile problem or question which has not beenpreviously answered, but has been identified in your thesis2. Contribution to new knowledge
3.0 Preparation of Thesis3.2 Elements that examiners looking forThe examiners will read your thesis only (not all works that youhave been done) to find answers for the following questions:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.What is the student’s research question?Is it a good question? Has been answered before?Did the student convince the examiners with good answer?Did the student follow right procedure to do research?Did the student have strong fundamental knowledge?Did the student analyse findings correctly?Has the student made contribution? Papers?
3.0 Preparation of Thesis3.3 Supervisor’s ExpectationVivaProof readFinal draftRevisionFirstdraft bychapters
3.0 Preparation of Thesis3.4 Content in ThesisConventional Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 2 Literature ReviewChapter 3 MethodologyChapter 4 ResultsChapter 5 DiscussionChapter 6 ConclusionReferencesPublications Chapter 1 Introduction andThesis Overview Chapter 2 Literature Review Chapter 3 Article 1 Chapter 4 Article 2 Chapter 5 Article 3 Chapter 6 Conclusion References
Guidelines for thesis can be accessed THESISGUIDELINES-070819.pdf or can download from elearning.UTM thesis template can be found in the elearning.
My suggestions1. Start writing even your are still in semester 12. When you get idea (maybe during reviewing article), write iton the spot. Make it point form and cite. Later you canmodify the sentences.3. Spend at least 5 minutes a day to write a sentence for yourthesis. Do it everyday!4. Remember, your thesis cannot be completed in 1 month! Youmust start now.5. Your proposal can be converted into thesis later. So write yourproposal carefully.
4.0 Tense in Proposal and ThesisProposal Intro and problem statement:present, future and past tense Obj: present Scope: future Significance: future Literature: present, future andpast Method: future Results: futureThesis Intro and problem statement:present, future and past Obj: present Scope: past Significance: future Literature: present, future andpast Method: past Results: past
5.0 Proposal DefenseRequirement to seat PD:1. ResearchMethodologycourse2. General course byUTMPD in which sem?1. Master – sem 22. PhD – Sem 2 or 3The flow prior toproposal defenseSend draftto SVRevisionCompletedProposalSV fill upform tonominateexaminersProposaland formsubmit toschoolCall fordefense
5.0 Proposal DefenseWhat are normally happen in PD?1. Presentations with max 15-25 minutes, depend on chair.2. Q and A is around 30-45 minutes.3. Examiners will look deeper on the submitted proposal, but duringdefense they may not go deep on your slide. Make sure your proposalis good.4. Normal question from examiners; fundamental issue, problemstatement, how you can meet the objective, etc5. If you don’t know to answer, just admit it. Don’t try to ‘goreng‘.6. PD is a platform to get recommendation from examiners who areexperts in your research field. Good examiners will suggest something,not to make you fail.
6.0 Viva VoceThe flow to seat viva voceFill upnotificationform inGSMSSV willapproveandnominateexaminersSend draftto SVRevisionCompletedThesisThesis andformsubmit toschoolCall forviva
6.0 Viva VoceWhat are normally happen in viva?1. Presentations with max 15-25 minutes, depend on chair.2. Q and A may up to 8 hours. Some cases happened! Don’t surprise withit.3. Examiners will look deeper on the submitted thesis. They will askmany questions during QnA session. For PhD, more fundamentaltheory will be asked.4. Normal question from examiners; fundamental issue, problemstatement, how you can meet the objective, what is the limitation etc5. If you don’t know to answer, just admit it. Don’t try to ‘goreng‘.6. Viva is a platform to test you orally either you are eligible to getMaster/PhD degree.
Assignment:1. Prepare a concise and detail of Gantt chart2. Submit through elearning3. Due is 20 April 2020
Wish you all the best for your studies!Good luck!
Master Conducting many analysis with advanced methodology . Flow chart 2. Gantt chart 3. List of materials 4. Specific method. 1. Flow chart. 2. Gantt chart . Remember, your thesis cannot be completed in 1 month! You must start now. 5. Your proposal can be converted into thesis
Focus your thesis topic Understand the purpose of the thesis proposal Understand the general structure of a thesis proposal Understand the purpose and structure of the introduction of a thesis proposal Be clear about how to formulate research questions, aims, objectives. Some sections have exercises for you to complete.
Writing a Research Proposal 1 KhurshidAhmad Professor of Computer Science Department of Computer Science, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. Presentation for Trinity CS post-grads, April 2011, Dublin Writing a Research Proposal A research proposal is similar in a number of ways to a project proposal; however, a research proposal addresses a .
1.2 Proposal Proposal is the first stage the student needs to go through to complete their thesis. A thesis proposal is a document that outlines thesis topic, defines the issues that the thesis will address, and explains why the topic warrants further research. It should identify a problem and provide a solution to that problem.
This thesis proposal is an outline of my Ph.D. thesis describing the research to be conducted over the next 3½ years. The target audience is the appointed committee, the supervisor, and interested colleagues. The purpose of presenting this thesis proposal is
Graduate School/rev. 9/11/20 . THESIS PROPOSAL PACKET . Included in this packet, you will find information and forms related to submitting your thesis proposal to the Graduate School/Thesis & Dissertation Services (TDS) for review.
At the Animal Nutrition Group (ANU), a student can conduct research for a thesis with a workload of 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33 (Minor thesis), 36 or 39 ECTS (Major thesis). The aim of this thesis research is to train the students’ academic skills by means of an in-depth, scientific study on a subject of interest. With completion of the thesis, you have demonstrated that you can conduct a .
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Guidelines for Proposal/Synopsis and Thesis Preparation ISBN . iii Foreword The research work at universities helps and guides the students for preparation of uniform thesis for the award of respective degree. The intention of these guidelines is to provide a technical framework for the preparation of thesis. .
