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The research process: "Begin with the end in mind"

Graduate students conduct research to make an original contribution to knowledge. The thesis is a formal document that makes clear:

  • why your research topic was explored,
  • how you conducted your research,
  • and what has been learned from your research, i.e., your original contribution to knowledge.

Your research is judged by examiners who must be convinced that your question or problem is original and your answer or your solution is useful. Have a look at the kinds of questions your examiners will have in mind when they read your thesis.

Test your understanding of the above information by completing Task 1a.

Before you continue, consider these questions. Now click here to find out more about what a thesis entails.

 


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