How to Write a Better Thesis

by David Evans, Paul Gruba, Justin Zobel

Overview

From proposal to examination, producing a dissertation or thesis is a challenge. Grounded in decades of experience with research training and supervision, this fully updated and revised edition takes an integrated, down-to-earth approach drawing on case studies and examples to guide you step-by-step towards productive success.

Early chapters frame the tasks ahead and show you how to get started. From there, practical advice and illustrations take you through the elements of formulating research questions, working with software, and purposeful writing of each of the different kinds of chapters, and finishes with a focus on revision, dissemination and deadlines. How to Write a Better Thesis presents a cohesive approach to research that will help you succeed.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783319042862
Publisher:	Springer-Verlag New York, LLC
Publication date:	03/26/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	369 KB

About the Author

David Evans was Reader and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning, University of Melbourne.

Paul Gruba is Senior Lecturer in the School of Languages and Linguistics, University of Melbourne.

Justin Zobel is Professor in the Department of Computing and Information Systems, University of Melbourne.

Table of Contents

What is a Thesis?.- Thesis Structure.- Mechanics of Writing.- Making a Strong Start.- The Introductory Chapter.- Background Chapters.- Establishing Your Contribution.- Outcomes and Results.- The Discussion or Interpretation.- The Conclusion.- Before You Submit.- Beyond the Thesis.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"I have been using this book whilst writing my thesis and I want to express my sincere thanks to the authors as it has provided me with an excellent source of guidance and has made my life a lot easier over the past five months. I've recommended this book to a number of other PhD students and hope you continue to publish further editions as I found it to be an extremely valuable resource." (Chris De Gruyter, PhD Candidate at Monash University, Australia, March 2015)

Editorial Reviews

From the book reviews:

“After reading the book, you are left with no doubt as to what is required to write a thesis, as well as how to undertake the task using a systematic approach. … It should be mandatory reading for all postgraduate students embarking on a master’s degree or higher academic qualification. I highly recommend it.” (S. M. Godwin, Computing Reviews, August, 2014)

From the Publisher