Theses and dissertations are a category of scholarship which presents a student's intensive original research and findings on a topic which is meant to demonstrate the author's readiness to contribute to the discourse of a discipline. It is usually submitted for an advanced degree (i.e., Master's or Ph.D.) or other academic qualification.
Theses and dissertations may provide an introduction to existing scholarship in a given area through the literature reviews that the papers often include, as well as an awareness of emerging trends through the innovative work of their authors.
Here are some books about how to write thesis, dissertations, and major papers. Please note: E-Books are restricted to current TRU students, staff and faculty.
Guide to writing empirical papers, theses, and dissertations
by
G. David Garson
Guide to the successful thesis and dissertation : a handbook for students and faculty
by
James E. Mauch, Namgi Park
Research without tears : from the first ideas to published output
by
John Creedy
How to write a successful science thesis : the concise guide for students
by
William E. Russey, Hans F. Ebel, Claus Bliefert