Nailing Your PhD Discussion Chapter (without losing your mind)
There’s one major thing students always do, which screws up their discussion chapter, and I’m going to tell you how to avoid it!
PhD Literature Review Writing - Take back control!
You’ve written up some of your literature review. However, it’s a mess. The structure is all over the place and the more you try to fix it, the messier it gets. Fear not! I have a 5-step process to get you out of trouble!
Struggling to write your dissertation?
If you’re drawing a complete blank when you sit down to work on your thesis, if writer’s block is driving you mad, you need to read this blogpost!
PhD Life - Are you subconsciously sabotaging your PhD? Why all doctoral students need to understand ‘fear of success’.
Are you getting in your own way when it comes to your dissertation? Here’s how to get out of it!
How to write academically when you’re not an academic person: tips for social science dissertation students
If you’ve ever said to yourself, “I can’t write academically!”, then you need to read this blogpost. It’s easier than you think, and I’ll show you how!
How to write your dissertation introduction chapter: top tips for sociology and criminology students
Not sure what to write in your introduction chapter, or how to structure it? Let me walk you through that in this blogpost!
Is it normal to hate your dissertation and pray for it to be over?
“I’ll be happy when I’ve finished my dissertation!”. If you’ve said this to yourself lately, you need to read this blogpost!
I haven’t started my dissertation yet and I don’t know what to do it on!
The best social science dissertation titles contain people, an issue or interest, and a context.
What is a conceptual framework? A simple and relatable explanation!
Conceptual framework. As a postgraduate, you’ll certainly be using one. But, what is it? Where does it go in your dissertation?
Structure your dissertation methodology chapter with these six key headings
How should you structure your methodology chapter in your postgraduate social sciences dissertation? Use these six key headings to get started: context; sampling; data collection; data analysis; ethical considerations; changes and reflections.
What do I write in my PhD conclusion chapter?
By the time you get to the conclusion chapter of your dissertation, you’re probably sick of it! But, take the time to plan and structure it well, and you’ll leave a great impression on the person marking it!
What should I write in my dissertation introduction chapter?
Learn about the six key things you need for an incredible Introduction chapter in your dissertation.
3 common literature review mistakes - and how to avoid them
I’ve been marking – or grading – dissertation literature reviews for the last 20 years, and there are some common mistakes I see all the time. In this post, I’m going to tell you about them, and how you can avoid them!
How to structure your literature review
You’ve done a thorough, critical analysis of loads of academic literature. You’ve got reams and reams of notes! But how do you write this all up? In this post, I share how to structure your literature review using themes.