How to Write a Research Dissertation: Essential Guidance in Getting Started for Undergraduates and Postgraduates

by Frank Rennie, Keith Smyth

This easy-to-engage-with book is not intended to be an exhaustive treatise on dissertation-writing, but rather a short, practical guide with tips and suggested activities relating to key stages of the process. A range of topics is covered, from first steps in understanding research through to writing the final report.

The book is accompanied by a website that takes forward the themes of each chapter by providing additional reading and sources of information as well as an opportunity to join a discussion with fellow readers. There are video and audio clips from the authors and other experts as well as links to further digital tools and resources.

120 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 14, 2015

Reviews

[Nancy McLean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Information!

This book is a good guide for planning and writing your dissertation. There are many good recommendations to help you through the process. I would advise reading this before you begin writing and take notes as you read. Also check your institutions guidelines as well.

[Ema Phillips · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice basic help, with loads of extra resources.. Although a shame that the companion website isn't kept up to date as many of the extra resources don't work anymore. Also a few spelling mistakes in the book which is mildly concerning from an academic resource.

[Clare · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very useful book to read in preparation for writing a research dissertation. My only criticism, I would have liked there to be a bit more clear differentiation between Primary and Secondary research.

[Fiona Buckmaster · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very readable

An incredibly readable guide to conducting and writing a research project, tells you what you need to know and doesn't waffle on.

[Brent Meyers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found it very insightful, concise, clear, and practical to use.