
What Is a Dissertation?

A dissertation or thesis is a long piece of academic writing based on original research, submitted as part of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
The structure of a dissertation depends on your field, but it is usually divided into at least four or five chapters (including an introduction and conclusion chapter).
The structure of a dissertation depends on your field, but it is usually divided into at least four or five chapters (including an introduction and conclusion chapter).
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How To Structure A Dissertation

This guide has practical advise on how to start and the process for writing your dissertation broken down into the following steps:
- First thoughts
- Early stages
- Planning and structure
- Starting to write
- Keeping going
- Rewriting and revising
- Using feedback
- Style
- Editing and finishing
- Further resources
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How I Wrote A First Class Dissertation

Rosie Crawford, Oxford University social science graduate explains how she wrote her dissertation, which eared her a score of 75/100 an a nomination for a Quaternary Research Association undergraduate dissertation prize!
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How I Wrote My Dissertation In Two Weeks

Grace Beverley explains how she wrote her dissertation in two weeks and shares her tips and tricks.
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