About this workshop

This workshop is an introduction to the genre of proposal writing.  It aims to prepare and provide participants with the why, what, and how of proposal writing focusing on the aim, purpose, and process of generating an academic research proposal. The workshop aims to help students develop a draft outline, and strategies to keep going – clarity, conciseness, and coherence.  It will also address aspects of genre, audience and purpose towards ideas for possible research questions.

What previous attendees have said about this workshop:

• "I had no idea how to tackle the research proposal and now I have a much clearer roadmap and framework."
• "We talked a lot about writing the introduction and I think it made me more confident to follow the guidelines given in the class."
• "Session was super awesome and very informative."

About the presenter

Tatenda Dandara, Writing Consultant, UCT Writing Centre, CHED

Tatenda is a senior Writing Consultant at the UCT Writing Centre with an academic background in sociolinguistics. She has extensive experience in facilitating academic writing and research workshops for all levels of study, this includes co-facilitating the Mellon Pipeline Development Programme (MPD) writing seminars; guest lecturing in the Department of African Studies and Linguistics; and co-facilitating the UCT Global Citizenship Program (GCP) GC2 course. ​Tatenda’s research focuses on semiotics, linguistic landscapes and language policy in higher education contexts. 

What level of study is the workshop aimed at?

Which faculty/faculties is the workshop aimed at?

While the workshop is aimed at certain levels of study and faculties, anyone is welcome to join, as long as any stipulated requirements are met, such as participation and/or preparation.

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