This book is one of the most helpful I have seen in terms of helping undergraduate students understand the methods & principles involved in carrying out research for the final dissertation which many degree courses require. In essence it is a complete guide covering every aspect of the process outlining each step from selecting a theme to final writing & submission
- ESCalate". " Your Undergraduate Dissertation: The Essential Guide for Success" is a practical step-by-step guide to managing & developing a successful undergraduate project. Nicholas Walliman offers a comprehensive & easy to follow guide to both the theoretical & practical aspects of doing a dissertation. This book provides a clear & structured explanation of how to undertake a project helping readers to identify & acquire the necessary skills to plan & carry out the research & writing. This practical & concise book provides: advice for preparing a project & choosing a topic; guidelines for writing a project proposal & producing a literature review; advice on choosing & implementing appropriate methodology; an awareness of ethical issues; methods of data collection & analysis; information for writing-up the report; interdisciplinary case-studies & real-life examples to illustrate key themes. This book is a compact easy-to-read guide to all the essential facets of dissertation writing at undergraduate level. Written in a lively & engaging manner its use of humorous illustrations simple exercises & useful guides to further reading make it an attractive handbook for students across the social sciences. Written by an experienced lecturer & writer this book is a must-have for a any student anxious to maximize their success in dissertation writing."