There are a few key components that every dissertation will have. These components include:
An abstract: This is a brief summary of your dissertation, typically ranging from 150-250 words. In this section, you will provide an overview of your research topic, methodology, and findings.
A literature review: This section provides a detailed analysis of the existing literature on your topic. You will critically evaluate previous research and identify gaps in the existing knowledge base.
Your methodology: In this section, you will describe how you conducted your research. This includes information on your participants, data collection methods, and data analysis procedures.
Your results: Here you will present the findings of your study. This can be presented in a variety of formats (e.g., text, tables, figures). Be sure to interpret and discuss the implications of your results in this section.
Your discussion/conclusion: In this final section, you will reflect on the overall significance of your findings and discuss their implications for practice or future research.