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This  appraisal  argues  that  a  piece  of  investigation  must  pass  through  a  set  of  rigorous  tests  such  as  scientific 
methodology  (quantitative,  qualitative,  experimental,  observation  and  so  on),  validity,  (logical  procedure  to 
answer a question), reliability (Quality of measurement) and unbiased conclusion (accurate measures are taken 
to make sure that it is free from individual interest).  This guideline further examines the procedures for writing a 
practical and a realistic PhD proposal. Further, this critical evaluation assists PhD students by providing  them 
with  a  complete  roadmap  on  how  to  write  an  internationally  recognized  PhD  proposal.  Lastly,  in  this 
investigation,  the  PhD  proposal  writing  process,  such  as  abstract,  introduction,  problem  statement,  research 
questions, literature review, research methodology, research results, conclusion, discussions and implications are 
illustrated.
How to Write Your PhD Proposal-  A Step-By-Step Guide 