The abstract of a dissertation is an important part of the work. It should provide a short summary of the research, identifying the key aspects of the work, allowing readers to determine if the content will be relevant to their reading or research needs. These tips will help you write an effective abstract. Read abstracts […]
A vital aspect of any dissertation is the literature review. The literature review is the section of the thesis that reviews and colates the existing research that has been conducted about areas aligned with the dissertation topic. However, the task of writing the literature review can be complex and may feel overwhelming, especially if there […]
Well, if you’ve made it so far in the dissertation process that it’s time to write your results section, let us pause for just a moment and say ‘congratulations’. By no means is the work done, but you are now on the home stretch, and at the place where your research is finally what is […]
There is probably nothing more entertaining in the world than correctly referencing the information in your dissertation! Of course, when we say “nothing is more entertaining” what we really mean is “everything is more entertaining than that, but you have to do it anyway, so buckle up, and here’s some worthy advice”! If you want […]
A dissertation requires a student to undertake some research to investigate an issue or phenomenon that is of interest to the student and relevant to their area of study. The research will be based on the literature review and designed to answer the research question. There are two basic approaches to research: secondary and primary. […]
All dissertations, theses, or other lengthy academic works have an introduction and a conclusion, with the majority of students’ papers also containing an abstract. These three sections have many commonalities, with significant potential for crossover and duplication of content. However, when constructed expertly, these three distinct dissertation chapters should complement each other. The role of […]
A dissertation or thesis research project requires a significant amount of research, with secondary research a necessity for any paper. The secondary research may be undertaken to create the theoretical foundation for the dissertation with the produce the literature review, and it may also be used as an alternative to primary research. Defining Secondary Research […]
Well, if there’s one thing that dissertations are known for, it’s structure! In fact, depending on your field of study, you will have a template for your dissertation that will dictate all the major areas and requirements. A dissertation is a giant research project, whether that research takes place through statistical tests, or surveys, or […]
Your paper’s methodology section is designed to illustrate the connection between your research, the research in your field at large, and by which methods you came to your conclusion (hence the name methodology). While many students struggle with completing their methodology section, creating a great dissertation methodology is a lot easier than you think. Below […]
Your dissertation is not going to be a best-selling novel. That probably doesn’t come as a surprise to you, but it leaves us with the question, what is the importance of a dissertation title? Here we cover the basic reasons why a dissertation starts with a proposal, including for the title, and then builds from […]