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Find out what may delay your research before your supervisor or reviewer does.

Answer five short questions to get a readiness score, your top three gaps, and the most useful next step you can take today.

  1. Question 1

    Where are you in your research right now?

  2. Question 2

    Do you have a clear written problem statement?

  3. Question 3

    Are your objectives specific, measurable, and tied to your problem?

  4. Question 4

    Have you decided on a study design and justified your sample size?

  5. Question 5

    When is your next deadline?

Answer every question to see your score.

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Do I need an account to use this?
No. The tool runs in your browser and your answers are not stored or shared.
How long does it take?
Under two minutes. Five questions about where you are in your research.
What do I get at the end?
A readiness score out of 100, your top three gaps, and the most useful next steps based on your answers.
Is the score accurate?
It is a structured self-assessment, not a graded evaluation. Use it to focus your next move, not as a judgement of your work.
What if I want a real review?
Use the readiness check to find your weakest area, then request expert support through the Research Support page.
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