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  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Open University Press; 1 edition (1 April 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0335227198
  • ISBN-13: 978-0335227198
  • Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.2 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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  • How do I plan a dissertation proposal?
  • How do I clarify my research objectives?
  • How do I conduct a literature review?
  • What is essential to focus on while writing my Master's dissertation?
This practical book offers straightforward guidance to help Master's students to clarify their objectives and structure their work in order to produce a successful dissertation.

Using case examples of both good and bad student practice, the handbook takes students through each step of the dissertation process, from their initial research proposal to the final submission. The author uses clear illustrations of what students need to do - or not do - to reach their potential, helping them to avoid the most common pitfalls.

This essential handbook covers:

  • Producing focused and relevant research objectives
  • Writing your literature review
  • Citing your sources correctly
  • Clearly explaining your use of research methods
  • Writing up your findings
  • Summarizing your work by linking your conclusions to your initial proposal
  • Understanding marking schemes
Aimed primarily at Master's students or students on short postgraduate courses in business, humanities and the social sciences, this book is also key reading for supervisors and undergraduates considering postgraduate study.


About the Author

John Biggam is a lecturer in I.T. and education at Glasgow Caledonian University, UK. He has many years of experience in teaching Research Methods and supervising dissertation students. He is also editor of the Scottish Online Journal of e-Learning (SOJEL).

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for master's students., 11 Aug 2008
I cannot tell you how pleased (and relieved) I am to have found a book like this! It is a god-send and this author deserves a medal. This is a must-have handbook for anyone undergoing a masters dissertation. I recently recommended it to a friend and it now sits in prime position on her desk.

Until I found this book, I knew what I wanted to achieve and was progressing with it. However, I lacked confidence in my approach and worried over certain areas of my work; this was certainly reflected in my writing at times.

This book is a step-by-step approach. It is structured from stage one of the dissertation proposal and takes you through each of the chapters as should be seen in your dissertation: introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, conclusion etc. Each of these chapters are then broken down into sub-sections, which should actually appear as sub-sections in your dissertation. Thus, for example, Biggam says that your introduction must include 'Background', 'Research Focus', 'Aims and Objectives', and 'Value of the Research'. The introduction chapter is therefore split up into these sub-sections and explained: Biggam indicates what kind of information is needed in these sub-sections and what the marker will expect to find.

In addition, throughout the book, the author has given little 'tip' bubbles, which indicate common mistakes by students. He also recommends students should use certain phrases. For example, in your objectives, begin with 'To identify...' and then, to indicate a sense of in-depth research, the next objectives could be 'To assess...; To examine...' etc. The appendices are also very useful.

Now, some may think that this makes the book appear very basic and maybe even 'spoon feed' the student; after all, the dissertation is about a your own research and learning.

My response is that this book doesn't do that. Yes, at times, it is common sense, but the excellent thing about the book is that it is not patronising at all. It simply tells you what you should be looking to achieve. Essentially, it paves the way for you to go smoothly through the stages of the investigation from beginning to end. As it informs you about what your dissertation should include, it ensures you remain focused on research aims/objectives.

Moreover, I was more than half way through writing up my study when I came across this book, and it's bolstered my confidence no end. It highlighted areas where I have done what's expected, but equally shown me areas where I would likely fall down on marks. For example, although I had tried to maintain a connection throughout my study, I was very concerned because it was a weak connection. This book has helped me identify how I can make the links stronger from chapter to chapter. Importantly, having learnt those one or two elements, I am now doing more effective links in my work automatically, without further reference to the book.

I have no idea how I will do on my dissertation, but I genuinely feel that this book has maybe increased my marks by at least 5 per cent.

Even if you are reluctant to spend the money, I strongly recommend that you find a copy in a library to look at. I know for a fact that in the future, if anyone needs help with a masters dissertation, I would be sending them to this book.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars BUY THIS BOOK!!!, 14 Mar 2009
I can't say how relieved I was to find this. It was a bit late in the day for me, but still it helped me with the final stages.

Biggam explains step by step, with clear examples, exactly what to do and exactly what the examiners are looking for. More importantly, he explains it all in plain english, exactly what you need when you're fed up and tired and just want to know what to do next.

Particularly helpful were the lists of useful verbs to be used in the literature review for moments when you feel that you really can't use the word "states" yet again!

I don't know if I've passed or not yet, but John made the final stages so much clearer.

BUY IT!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, exellent, brilliant book!, 30 May 2009
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The book goes in chapter by chapter into your every aspect and detail about your dissertation. I was struggling with my literature review and not only could i do it after reading the chapter, i also learn't new things including imporovments in my grammer. This book is the one and only you will ever need!!!
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Clear easy to follow.

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This was a useful, simple and easy to read book for a person that has not done a dissertation before. It is worth the money you spend.
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