The planning stage of any research project is one of the most important stages in the research process. This article offers insight into the important issues a researcher needs to consider when planning his or her research, including how to develop a research protocol, obtaining research funding, seeking academic, peer and social support, gaining research ethics and governance approval and planning a research schedule. Careful planning ensures that the research project is achievable and can be completed on time, with the funding available.
Nursing Standard. 29, 28, 44-48. doi: 10.7748/ns.29.28.44.e8834
Correspondence Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Received: 04 February 2014
Accepted: 23 October 2014
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