London Scholars: Developing a Topic

When choosing a topic, think about this line from your syllabus: "pick a topic...that entails being physically in London to complete." What can you research or experience in London that you can't anywhere else?

When you think you have a good research topic, ask yourself these questions:

1. Do I find this topic/issue interesting enough to focus on it for the next few months?
2. Can I research this topic using library resources?
3. What type of information will I need to support this research topic?
4. Is the scope of the information I need for this topic a reasonable amount?
5. Given the type and scope of information I need, is this topic too broad, too narrow, or just right?
6. What sources will have the information I need to research this topic?
7. Do I have access to these sources now, or when I am in London?