It’s important to show that you’re familiar with the most important research on your topic. A strong literature review convinces ... the strengths of your proposal and why your research is important.

Expected outcomes: how do you think the research might add to existing knowledge; what might it enable organisations or interested parties to do differently? Timetable: What is your initial estimation ...

Timetable. What is your initial estimation of the timetable of the dissertation? When will each of the key stages start and finish (refining proposal; literature review; developing research methods; ...