Facing a thesis proposal seminar is one of the important stages in completing your studies, especially for final-year students. Even if you have prepared your proposal thoroughly, the real challenge often arises during the Q&A session with the examiners.
Many students feel nervous because they do not know what questions will be asked, especially when it comes to methodology, topic relevance, or theoretical framework. To help you be better prepared, here are 20 examples of questions that are commonly asked in a proposal seminar along with sample answers.
List of Questions + Answers for a Thesis Proposal Seminar
1. What is your reason for choosing this topic?
Answer: I chose this topic because it aligns with my academic background, is relevant to current phenomena, and has the potential to contribute to both the academic field and practical applications.
2. What is the main problem in this research?
Answer: The main problem is the lack of public understanding regarding [the discussed topic], which makes research necessary to provide mapping or solutions.
3. How did you formulate the research problem?
Answer: I formulated the problem based on preliminary data and literature studies, then structured it into specific and measurable research questions.
4. What is the objective of this research?
Answer: The objective of this research is to identify, analyze, and explain the relationship between [Variable X] and [Variable Y].
5. What are the theoretical and practical benefits of your research?
Answer: Theoretically, this research enriches the literature in the field of [field]. Practically, it can serve as a reference for decision-making or strategy development by relevant parties.
6. Why did you choose this research method?
Answer: I chose this method because it is suitable for the type of data needed and appropriate for answering the research questions formulated.
7. What variables are used?
Answer: The independent variable is [X], while the dependent variable is [Y]. Both are measured using indicators relevant to the literature used.
8. What sampling technique did you use?
Answer: I used purposive sampling because I needed respondents with specific criteria relevant to the topic.
9. Is your sample size representative?
Answer: Yes, based on calculations using the [for example, Slovin] formula, the sample size meets the requirements for representativeness.
10. How did you test the validity and reliability of the instrument?
Answer: I conducted a validity test by examining item correlation values, and a reliability test using Cronbach’s Alpha to ensure data consistency.
11. What are the data sources in this research?
Answer: The data sources consist of primary data, namely questionnaires distributed directly to respondents, as well as secondary data from journals and articles.
12. What data analysis technique is used?
Answer: I used multiple linear regression analysis with the help of SPSS software to examine the influence between variables.
13. Why didn’t you choose a qualitative method?
Answer: Because the focus of my research is to examine the relationship between variables quantitatively and requires numerical data that can be processed statistically.
14. Are there previous studies that you used as references?
Answer: Yes, I referred to several previous studies, one of which is a study by [researcher’s name] that is relevant to my topic.
15. What is the novelty of your research?
Answer: This research addresses the topic using an approach or variables that have not been widely studied within the specific context or population I selected.
16. How do you ensure the objectivity of your research?
Answer: I ensure objectivity by maintaining neutrality in data collection and processing, and by using standardized instruments.
17. What are the limitations of your research?
Answer: The limitations lie in the limited number of respondents and the scope of the research, which only covers a specific area.
18. How does this research contribute to society?
Answer: This research is expected to provide new insights or policy recommendations for society or relevant stakeholders.
19. What are the indicators of your research success?
Answer: The indicator of success is the alignment between the research objectives and the results obtained from data analysis.
20. If the results do not meet expectations, what will you do?
Answer: I will present the results objectively, seek scientific explanations for the findings, and recommend further research.
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Example of a gift box to appreciate a friend who has successfully completed their seminar stage. | Credit: Studiokado
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