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This new edition is designed to help postgraduate and research students with the process, preparation, writing and examination of their thesis. Many students are able to design their programme of research and to collect the data, but they can find it more difficult to transform their data into a thesis. Using his extensive experience as a successful thesis supervisor, the author outlines: the purpose of the thesis and what it should achieve; strategies for organizing your work as you write your thesis; how to the incorporate a theoretical perspective; sound techniques of academic writing; how to benefit from your supervisors' experience; what to do about publishing preliminary findings; and tips on preparing for the oral examination.This updated edition contains additional material on the writing of shorter doctoral theses; writing about ethical issues; presenting qualitative data, and developing strategies for an oral examination. The book is essential reading for students who are completing theses on 'taught' Masters programmes, M.Phil. and Ph.D. students and for those working on the newer 'taught' doctoral programmes.show more

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Format Paperback | 184 pages
Dimensions 170 x 238 x 12mm | 358.34g
Publication date 14 Apr 2008
Publisher Sage Publications Ltd
Publication City/Country London, United Kingdom
Language English
Edition Revised
Edition statement 2nd Revised edition
ISBN10 1412946891
ISBN13 9781412946896
Sales rank 348,291

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PART ONE: THE PROCESS OF ACADEMIC WRITING The Research Thesis The Intellectual Content of the Thesis Organizing Your Work The Role of the Supervisor Grammar, Punctuation and Conventions of Academic Writing Layout of the Thesis PART TWO: WRITING YOUR THESIS The Preliminary Pages and the Introduction The Literature Review Methodology The Data Analysis Chapters The Conclusion Completing the Thesis Publishing Findings during Preparation of the Thesis The Oral Examinationshow more

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About Paul Oliver

Paul Oliver is an academic writer and researcher. He has either authored or edited 19 books in the areas of Research Methods, Education, Philosophy and Religion. He has had books translated into seven languages. For many years a lecturer at the University of Huddersfield, he was course leader there for the Doctor of Education programme. He has wide experience of both supervising and examining master's and doctoral theses.show more

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‘Written in an authoritative and accessible style, this is a must-read for anyone planning, researching and writing a doctoral thesis or dissertation. I will certainly be recommending this book to my research students.’
– Professor Goeffrey Elliott, University of Worcester

‘Paul’s book was a lifeline during my doctorate: it is now the first book that I recommend for my research students! His book is easily accessible, full of practical advice, and provides useful study strategies to carefully guide you – this third edition is a valuable asset wherever you are on your doctoral journey.’

– Dr Scott Buckler, University of Worceste r

Based on his extensive experience as a successful thesis supervisor, Paul Oliver shows you how to turn your notes and data into a finished Masters or PhD thesis or dissertation.

Fully up-to-date with current HEFCE/other EU requirements, the book sets out a template for you to follow, including planning and preparation, theoretical perspectives, publishing preliminary findings, and preparing for the viva.

This edition contains:

Examples of common mistakes and how you can avoid them
Discussions of artefacts such as creative work
Research-focused content
A section on the relationship with your supervisor
Information on online and digital work, so you are up to date with the latest developments in thesis writing.

SAGE Study Skills are essential study guides for students of all levels. From how to write great essays and succeeding at university, to writing your undergraduate dissertation and doing postgraduate research, SAGE Study Skills help you get the best from your time at university. Visit the SAGE Study Skills website for tips, quizzes and videos on study success!

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