GENERAL FORMAT
Margins: let 1.5 “, right, top and bottom- 1”
Double Space except for the abstract.
Layout- 0 spacing
A paragraph should have at least 4 to 5 sentences only. No very long paragraphs. No
according to……. Moreover, Nevertheless, In addition to…. And etc.
Do not start the sentence with BECAUSE.
Font Style” Book Antiqua
Font Size 12
Page numbers top right corner
Short bond paper
Investigatory Project Sample Format:
Abstract
After finishing the research and experimentation, you are required to write a (maximum) 250-word, one-page
abstract. An abstract includes the a) purpose of the experiment, b) procedures used, c) data and d) conclusions. It
also includes any possible research applications. The abstract should focus on work done since the last fair.
Research Paper
A research paper should be prepared and available along with a project data book, and any necessary forms or
relevant written materials. A research paper helps organize data as well as thoughts. A good paper includes the
following sections:
Title page – title of the project must be brief, simple and catchy
Statement of problems/objectives – the nature & scope of the problem should be presented with clarity. Two types
of objectives may stated:
General Objective – this is related to the problem as given in the early part of the section
Specific Objective – this states the purpose of each experiment conducted.
Methodology – provides enough details so that a competent worker can repeat the experiments
Materials / Equipment – the exact technical specifications, quantities and source of method of preparation for all
materials used should be given. Specifically, built equipment used in the studymust be described and the description
accompanied by a picture.
Treatment / General Procedure – the manner & sequence by which each experiment or set of observations were
done & how measurements were obtained should be described in detail.
Avoid using the “recipe style” when stating the step-by-step procedure. Use the narrative form in the past tense.
Results and Discussion – this may be divided into sub-sections describing each set of experiment or observations.
Findings – the data maybe presented in full & discussed descriptively in the test or these maybe summarized in
tables, pictures & graphs. The statistical test used to determine the possible significance of the finding should be
described. Tables, pictures & graphs should make the presentation of the data more meaningful.
Analysis of Data – the interpretation of the findings are discussed & the significant features shown in the tables,
figures or graphs are pointed out.
Conclusions – the general truth implied or illustrated by the results should be clearly stated. The evidence based on
the results should be summarized for each statement.
Recommendations – consists of suggestions on future actions such as a new direction of research or further
experiments to be performed, practices that might be adapted or discard in order to attain certain goals or
objectives.
OUTPUT/ PRODUCT
Bibliography – a list of the references used in guiding the research work and writing and paper
Source: Department of Science and Technology
SAMPLE:
Title
A Science Investigatory Project Submitted as a
Requirement in Science 10
San Fernando City National Vocational High School
Tanqui, City of San Fernando, La Union
By:
Names
Grade and Section
Princess Joyce P. Aganon
Subject Teacher
March 3, 2025
Title Page
Cover Page
Table of Contents i
Acknowledgement ii
Abstract iii
CHAPTER I – INTRODUCTION 1
Background of the Study 1
Objectives 2
Null Hypothesis 2
Significance of the Study 2
Definition of Terms 3
Scope and Delimitations 4
CHAPTER II – REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE 5
CHAPTER III – METHODOLOGY 11
Materials and Equipment 11
Treatments and Variables 11
General Procedure 11
Data Gathered 13
Data Processing 14
CHAPTER IV – RESULTS, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA 16
CHAPTER V – CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 18
Conclusion
Recommendations 18
OUTPUT/ PRODUCT (documentation/pictures) 19
BIBLIOGRAPHY
