1. Description of proposed research (1000 words)
This section should describe clearly the subject and scope of your research. You should indicate the critical problems or questions you propose to investigate, and, if appropriate, describe the research methodology that you intend to use.
2. Historiography (400 words)
This section should describe, as far as you can tell, the extent of the scholarly work already done on your topic. You should be able to explain how your research will challenge or extend this existing knowledge.
3. Sources and archives (100 words)
Give a preliminary indication of the primary and secondary material you expect to examine, and how much of the material may be found at NUI Galway. You will be able to avail of inter-library loans and will be eligible to apply for some travel funding during the course of your research.