Chapter 5 of your dissertation is different from all of the previous four chapters. If you’re beginning to write Chapter 5 of your dissertation, you know that most of the writing you’ve done up until now was fairly formulaic. You’ve probably been following templates with strict requirements about what needs Read more…
If you’re wondering about making your dissertation cover page, chances are you’re nearing the final stretch of your doctoral journey. Congratulations! Luckily, making your title page is one of the simplest tasks you’ll have to complete. Generally speaking, there’s a template your institution will use and you just have to Read more…
The abstract is where you “sell” your dissertation. In over 95% of the cases, the first thing people see will be your dissertation’s abstract. If others (such as potential employers or fellow researchers) are going to be looking at your dissertation, you have to get their interest in the abstract. Read more…
You make the transition from PhD student to PhD candidate after you complete all your coursework and your comprehensive exams (if required). A PhD candidate’s sole task is to conduct their research and write their dissertation. In other words, a PhD student is still completing their coursework. They could be Read more…
What is the difference between a dissertation and a thesis? Here is a simple answer: A thesis is usually done as part of a master’s program. A dissertation is written as part of a doctoral program. However, that’s where the simplicity ends. Because in truth, the use of those terms Read more…
The dissertation proposal defense is a nerve-wracking time for even the most hardened of doctoral students. Even a pirate (writing his dissertation on effective cutlass techniques), will quake a bit in his boots before delivering his dissertation proposal defense. However, it doesn’t need to be a stressful time. As a Read more…
The dissertation is one of the longest and most difficult projects you will ever undertake. In a perfect world, the dissertation committee that you are working with should be able to fulfill all of your doctoral needs. Whether you need help with motivation, career guidance, working out methodology questions, or Read more…
Your Problem Statement is one of the most important sections of your dissertation. Let that sink in for a moment. (Breathe. Say an om. Try to fend off the existential anxiety that is a natural part of the dissertation-writing process). Okay, ready to know more? The reason why it’s so Read more…
When you write your dissertation proposal, you’ll need to identify the gap in literature. This is a very important step that is sometimes confusing. We’ll do our best to clarify it in this article. What Is a Gap in Literature? The gap in literature is a place where something relevant Read more…
When you begin the dissertation process, you’ll need to start outlining what the final dissertation will look like. Usually, this is accomplished as part of the process you undergo with your committee. You begin with a Prospectus, which is essentially an overview of what you plan to do. This serves Read more…