Thesis and Dissertation Writing Workshop Series 2012
| Eligibility: |
Faculty higher-degree-research students who have completed at least one year of a research degree |
| Day: |
Various Thursdays, March - October (please check below for exact dates) |
| Time: |
5-7pm |
| Venue: |
TBA |
| To register: |
email Dr Lindy Woodrow (lindy.woodrow@sydney.edu.au) |
This series of workshops runs from March to October 2012. The workshops are designed for higher research degree students who have completed at least one year of a research degree. The focus of the workshops is on writing and structuring a thesis/dissertation. Students will examine passed theses/dissertations, consider the context of their own thesis and get feedback on their writing. The workshops are supported by WebCT.
The aims of the workshops are:
- To understand expectations of thesis/dissertation writing
- To write in appropriate academic style
- To facilitate production of a high quality thesis/dissertation
- To establish peer support networks for thesis/dissertation writing
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Thu
5-7pm
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Topic | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Mar | Introduction to thesis writing Ethics preparation |
| 2 | 15 Mar | Types of theses |
| 3 | 5 Apr | Requirements and expectations of theses |
| 4 | 19 Apr | Writing in academic style |
| 5 | 26 Apr | Reviewing the literature |
| 6 | 10 May | Writing the literature review |
| 7 | 24 May | Writing workshop |
| 8 | 7 Jun | Writing about research design and research methodology |
| 9 | 26 Jul | Presenting results |
| 10 | 9 Aug | Writing the discussion |
| 11 | 23 Aug | Contents, appendices, abstract |
| 12 | 20 Sep | Drafting and editing |
| 13 | 11 Oct | Examination and beyond the thesis |
To register for these workshops, or for further information, contact
It is expected registered students will attend the whole series of workshops offered throughout the year.