The Art of Writing a PhD Proposal: A Handbook to Facilitate the Transition from MA Student to PhD Candidacy

This book provides helpful guidance for doctoral students and supervisors in writing a successful PhD proposal. It is based on solid research and includes practical tips and assignments to aid in the proposal writing process. The author, Dr. Hans Sonneveld, is a specialist in doctoral studies and has over 35 years of experience in the field.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 27 October 2022
Publisher: Open University Press

This book is a must for research developers and supervisors,as well as for doctoral school leaders,supervisors,professionals and doctoral candidates alike. It will help you to develop the skills and knowledge required to write a successful proposal and to navigate the challenges of the PhD process.
“A Compassionate and Practical Guide for Research Developers and Supervisors”

Dr. Katherine Firth, The University of Melbourne, Australia, and author of “How to Fix Your Academic Writing Trouble” has praised this book as a must-read for research developers and supervisors.

Dr. Estelle M. Phillips, co-author of “How to Get a PhD” and a former research tutor at Birkbeck College, University of London, UK, and independent educational consultant, also expressed her excitement about the book. She noted that it will be a valuable resource for doctoral school leaders, supervisors, professionals, and doctoral candidates alike.

Lucas Zinner, Head of Research Services and Career Development at the University of Vienna, added that this book is a valuable resource for doctoral school leaders, supervisors, professionals, and doctoral candidates. He emphasized that doctoral proposals are a vital part of the PhD process, but often neglected. This book provides handy, digestible guidance suitable for supervisors and students alike.

For supervisors, this book serves as a manual with clear theoretical underpinnings that help guide students through the proposal stage. It offers practical tools and assignments that are directly useful for writing and supervising proposals. Additionally, helpful reading tips are provided at the start of each chapter, providing guidance for supervisors on how to approach each stage of the proposal effectively.

For students, this book is a handbook. It brings potential PhD candidates up to speed and offers guidance on the necessary skills required to write a proposal, along with strategies for dealing with the challenges faced during this stage. The book follows a clear travel guide structure, taking the supervisor and the student on a journey through each stage of the proposal.

Based on the well-established “Proposal Lab program designed to provide faculty guidance and peer support,” The Art of Writing a PhD Proposal provides a comprehensive, indispensable, step-by-step guide.

Dr. Firth emphasized that this book is a must for research developers and supervisors, as well as for doctoral school leaders, supervisors, professionals, and doctoral candidates alike. It will help them develop the skills and knowledge required to write a successful proposal and navigate the challenges of the PhD process.

Dr. Phillips further noted that the book offers valuable insights into the research process and provides practical tips for developing a research proposal that stands out. She recommended it to anyone who is embarking on a research journey, whether they are supervisors, students, or professionals.

Lucas Zinner concluded by stating that this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a PhD. It provides a comprehensive guide that covers all the essential aspects of writing a successful proposal and offers practical advice for navigating the challenges of the PhD process. He highly recommended it to doctoral school leaders, supervisors, professionals, and doctoral candidates alike.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 152 x 230 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780335251568