FOCUS QUESTION

What are the steps of a research project and how do they connect?

The map breaks this topic into its core concepts, connected by labeled relationships. Each link is written so it can be read as a complete statement — not just an unlabeled line between boxes.

Concepts and relationships

  • Research Methodology begins with Research Question.
  • Research Question informed by Literature Review.
  • Research Question leads to Hypothesis.
  • Research Methodology chooses a Method.
  • Method guides Data Collection.
  • Data Collection feeds Analysis.
  • Analysis leads to Conclusion.

How to read this map

Follow the flow from the research question and hypothesis through the chosen method to data collection, analysis and conclusion.

Learning objectives

  • Order the stages of a research project.
  • Explain the role of a hypothesis.
  • Match methods to questions.
  • Connect analysis to conclusions.
Review standard: The workflow reflects widely taught research-methods conventions. Sources: Standard research-methods references.