Organise Your Sources with a Literature Matrix

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This Matrix Template Includes
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Key Sections of a PhD Proposal

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Author & Citation

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Research Design

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Key Findings

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How to Use the Matrix

Download the Template

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Fill in Your Research Details

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Review Against Checklist

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Submit to Supervisor

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Built for Academic Excellence

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  • Aligned with international university formatting standards
  • Compatible with MS Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice
  • Includes writing tips inside each section
  • Editable tables for timeline and budget planning
  • Suitable for STEM, Social Sciences, and Humanities
  • Reviewed by PhD supervisors and academic consultants

What Your Matrix Looks Like

Literature Review Matrix Sample View
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# Author & Year Title / Topic Methodology Key Findings Theme Relevance
1 Smith et al., 2022 Lorem ipsum dolor topic study Qualitative Lorem ipsum finding summary here Theme A High
2 Johnson & Lee, 2021 Consectetur adipiscing review Survey Lorem ipsum finding summary here Theme B Medium
3 Patel, 2023 Sed do eiusmod tempor analysis Mixed Method Lorem ipsum finding summary here Theme A High
4 Williams et al., 2020 Ut labore et dolore study Quantitative Lorem ipsum finding summary here Theme C Low