The Dissertation Proposal consists of the first three chapters of your dissertation along with the title page, table of contents, references, and appendices. Chapter 1 is an introduction to your study and an overview of the foundational components of your study. Chapter 2 is a formal, in-depth critique, analysis, and synthesis of the literature related to your topic and Chapter 3 is an in-depth description of the methodology and procedures you would like to implement in your study. When the first three chapters are prepared on the SNU Proposal Template, you will schedule and participate in a proposal hearing defense. The Dissertation Proposal Guide is intended to assist you through each step of the 7-step process:

• Step 1: Select Dissertation Committee

• Step 2: Develop Dissertation Proposal

  • Develop the Dissertation Proposal on the SNU Proposal Template

  • Determine Qualitative or Quantitative Research Approach

  • Complete Remaining Sections and Appendices

• Step 3: Conduct Academic Integrity Check

• Step 4: Schedule Proposal Meeting

  • Create a Doodle Poll and Send to Committee Members: www.doodle.com 

  • Schedule Proposal Meeting Date at least Two Weeks in Advance

• Step 5: Prepare for Proposal Meeting

  • Create One-Page Handout

  • Prepare 10-minute Presentation (no audio-visual)

• Step 6: Participate in Proposal Meeting

• Step 7: Complete IRB Training and IRB Application