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Published: 18th March 2004
ISBN: 9780415322218
Number Of Pages: 264
From choosing a supervisor and topic to staying motivated, completing a research thesis is not an easy matter. Each stage represents a different challenge and many students struggle through without identifying the skills needed to make the most of their time.
This wonderful resource for all doctoral and masters level students, explores the challenges and complexities of successfully engaging in the research process and thesis writing. Chapters include:
This clear and practical guide, ideal for all doctoral and masters level students, takes readers from the very early stages of the process through to the final phase of examination and publication, using vignette examples to highlight key issues.
'Beginning a PhD is quite unlike anything students may have done before. This well organized text clearly sets out the key issues they need to consider and will help them develop the "thesis survival skills" they need.' - Ewan Ferlie, School of Management, Royal Holloway University, London, UK
| Is a Thesis Right for You? | |
| An International Perspective on Theses | |
| Cross-Cultural Issues | |
| Choosing a Topic/Supervisor | |
| Ethical Issues during Candidacy | |
| Developing a Research Proposal | |
| The Literature Review | |
| Qualitative Analysis | |
| Quantitative Analysis | |
| Motivating Yourself | |
| Writing the Thesis | |
| Responding to Criticisms | |
| Advice from the Examiners | |
| Preparing your Work for Publication | |
| Common Problems and Potential Solutions | |
| Resources for Thesis Writing | |
| Table of Contents provided by Publisher. All Rights Reserved. |
ISBN: 9780415322218
ISBN-10: 0415322219
Audience:
Tertiary; University or College
Format:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 264
Published: 18th March 2004
Country of Publication: GB
Dimensions (cm): 23.5 x 15.88
x 1.91
Weight (kg): 0.57
Edition Number: 1
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