IKIM Ph.D. proposal template
Author
Negar Shahamiri
Last Updated
12 дней назад
License
Creative Commons CC BY 4.0
Abstract
Ph.D. proposal template for IKIM institute.
\documentclass[12pt]{article}
\usepackage[utf8]{inputenc}
\usepackage{times}
\usepackage{geometry}
\geometry{a4paper, margin=1in}
\usepackage{graphicx}
\usepackage{lipsum}
\usepackage{cite}
\usepackage{hyperref}
\usepackage{titling}
\usepackage{titlesec}
\usepackage{amsmath}
\usepackage{array}
\title{\textbf{Your Thesis Title}}
\author{Your Name \\ Supervisor: Your supervisor's Name}
\date{\today}
\begin{document}
\maketitle
\begin{abstract}
This document is a template for writing a PhD proposal in any discipline. This abstract should summarize the motivation, main contributions, and results of your thesis in a concise format.
\end{abstract}
\tableofcontents
\newpage
\section{Introduction}
\subsection{Background}
Discuss the broader context of your research, its significance, and its contribution to your field.\cite{Turing1950}.
\subsection{Problem Statement}
Define the specific problem or challenge your thesis addresses.
\subsection{Research Objectives}
List the objectives or aims of your research.
\begin{itemize}
\item Objective 1
\item Objective 2
\begin{itemize}
\item Sub-objective 1
\item Sub-objective 2
\item Sub-objective 3
\end{itemize}
\end{itemize}
\section{Literature Overview}
Review the existing literature related to your research topic, highlighting how your work will contribute to the existing knowledge base.
\section{Method}
Explain the methods and approaches you are going to use in your research. A flowchart can help illustrate your method.
\begin{figure}[htbp]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=0.6\linewidth]{images/flowchart.png}
\caption{A workflow for your research.}
\label{fig:workflow}
\end{figure}
\section{Current Work and Initial Results}
Present the findings of your research. Use figures, tables, and charts as needed to illustrate your results.
\begin{table}[htbp]
\centering
\caption{Table Caption}
\label{tab:table1}
\begin{tabular}{lcc}
\hline
\textbf{Cell1} & \textbf{Cell2} & \textbf{Cell3} \\
\hline
Cell4 & Cell5 & Cell6 \\
Cell7 & Cell8 & Cell9 \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
\end{table}
\section{Work Plan and Time Table}
The Work Plan and Time Table provide a structured outline and schedule for the project, detailing tasks, milestones, and their respective timelines.
\begin{table}[htbp]
\centering
\caption{Work plan}
\label{tab:workplan}
\begin{tabular}{|l|c|c|c|}
\hline
\textbf{Task} & \textbf{Start Date} & \textbf{End Date} & \textbf{Duration} \\
\hline
Task 1 & 01/01/2024 & 01/01/2025 & 1 year \\
\hline
Task 2 & 01/01/2025 & 01/01/2026 & 1 year \\
\hline
Task 3 & 01/01/2026 & 01/01/2027 & 1 year \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
\end{table}
\section{References}
\bibliographystyle{plain}
\bibliography{references.bib}
\end{document}