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Dissertations/Theses: How to write a dissertation/thesis

Examples - thesis-writing help

How to Write a Better Thesis
This revised edition takes a down-to-earth approach drawing on case studies and examples to guide you step-by-step towards productive success.
A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations
Project Management for Research
Topics range from how to select an appropriate research problem to how to schedule and execute research tasks.

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