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The Science of Academic Writing
A Guide for Postgraduates
- Anne Pertet - Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Kenya.
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Student Success
Student Success
October 2024 | 256 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
"Excellent and fundamental... Clear and concise writing is coupled with rich examples and case studies. " - Lecturer review
Are you unsure what your thesis should look like? Perhaps you are struggling to get started or tie everything together in your conclusion? Help is here! Taking you from the introduction all the way through to the conclusion, this practical guide will provide you with step-by-step guidance, examples, checklists and expert tips to help you write your thesis with confidence.
Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university.
Are you unsure what your thesis should look like? Perhaps you are struggling to get started or tie everything together in your conclusion? Help is here! Taking you from the introduction all the way through to the conclusion, this practical guide will provide you with step-by-step guidance, examples, checklists and expert tips to help you write your thesis with confidence.
Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university.
PART I: PREPARING TO WRITE YOUR THESIS
Chapter 1: Enhancing academic writing
Chapter 2: Developing an academic argument
Chapter 3: Critical review of literature and building a theoretical framework
PART II: WRITING YOUR THESIS
Chapter 4: Writing the introduction chapter
Chapter 5: Writing the literature review
Chapter 6: Writing the methodology chapter
Chapter 7: Writing the results chapter
Chapter 8: Writing the discussion chapter
Chapter 9: Writing the conclusion and recommendation
Chapter 10: Finalising the thesis
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The first section is truly excellent "how to write academically" with very useful examples, and technique tips.
The second section is focussed on a step by step process of writing the thesis, filled with examples, and section by section analysis, to help your thesis succeed.
Department of Nursing, Swansea University
January 29, 2025
A useful book for post graduates
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August 18, 2023