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How to Complete a Successful Research Project by Kathleen Mcmillan

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How to Complete a Successful Research Project by Kathleen Mcmillan

A practical, step-by-step guide to planning, researching and writing a research project for undergraduate students approaching a research project for the first time.

 

Undertaking a large-scale, original research project can be extremely daunting and challenging to any student. Using the tried-and-tested Smarter Student series approach, style and pedagogy to deliver timely, practical, hands-on guidance based on real-life experience from students and lecturers alike, this book will be an invaluable tutorial and reference for any student approaching an undergraduate or masters research project for the first time.

This book will guide the student through all of the key areas that they will need to deliver a successful research project, providing practical guidance, examples and hints and tips for success on areas such as:

  • Choosing a theme and topic for your research
  • Writing the proposal
  • Working with your supervisor
  • Planning and managing your time and activity
  • Analysing and evaluating data
  • Successful academic writing styles and conventions
  • Correct citing, referencing and avoiding plagiarism
  • Ethics in research
  • Researching and compiling the literature survey
  • Methods of collecting and analysing data
  • Writing-up and presenting your findings

An essential guide to academic success!

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Jonathan Weyers and Kathleen McMillan both work at the University of Dundee. Both have been teaching and lecturing for over 25 years and latterly have specialised in the transferable skills area. They have a track record of collaborative writing and achievement in this area.
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ISBN 13 9780273773924
ISBN 10 0273773925
Title How to Complete a Successful Research Project
Author Kathleen Mcmillan
Series Smarter Study Skills
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Pearson Education Limited
Year published 2014-06-12
Number of pages 328
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.