The primary goal of this course is to familiarize students with the essential principles of proposal development. Through comprehensive instruction, they will acquire the skills necessary to proficiently search for, read, interpret, and effectively present scientific literature pertinent to their chosen topics. In addition to cultivating a foundational understanding of proposal development, the course aims to encourage students to embark on a journey of exploration within a distinct research direction. By the end of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate the ability to navigate and identify potential avenues for their project proposals, laying a solid groundwork for their future research endeavors.

Handbook for Preparing and Writing Research Proposals. C.P. Patrick Reid, 2000. Developing Effective Research Proposals, Keith F. Punch, 3rd Edition, Sage Publications

Alley, M. (2018).The Craft of Scientific Writing, 3rd Edition. https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-1-4419-8288- 9

Kothari, C.R. (2004). Research Methodology. Methods and Techniques. 418 pp.