Thoroughly updated to reflect the most recent trends in thesis/dissertation (T/D) preparation and research, the Fourth Edition examines confidentiality and privacy in Internet communications and considers the accuracy and reliability of Internet-reported research ... furnishes a new discussion on qualitative research ... focuses attention on intellectual property issues ... supplies a new section on the appropriate use of animal subjects ... details the historical background of advanced degrees ... and much more.
I was on the wrong track on my dissertation, and picked up this book to help me figure out what the issues were. It’s well written, easy to understand, and did a better job of explaining the process than my school, committee or advisor did. YMMV on the application given your school’s approach, but it was a lifesaver for me.
It's more American oriented than I expected but it covered all you need to know about thesis and disserations thoroughly. It includes guides for the educator too. However, I did not find it useful personally.