How to Write a Declaration for School or College Projects Every academic project must adhere to the framework established by the university. In most circumstances, a declaration is required in addition to the conventional sections (index, introduction, conclusion, etc.). The purpose of the declaration is to explain the significance of the project, its relationship to other courses or programs within the institution, and evidence that the student has conducted appropriate research. Declarations are usually included at the beginning of papers written as projects rather than at the end because they are not considered part of the paper. The format for declarations varies depending on the degree program but generally includes an objective statement, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusions. The information provided in the declaration should help readers understand why the project was undertaken, how it was carried out, what were the main findings, and how these findings relate to previous knowledge or experience. The reader should also be able to judge the quality of the work done. Students may find it helpful to read existing project declarations in order to get ideas about what should be included in their own documents. It is recommended that students check with their institutions' guidelines or regulations regarding requirements for project reports/dissertations in order to avoid any unpleasant surprises after the fact. For example, some universities require that all students conduct a literature search before starting work on a project report/dissertation; others have no such requirement.