Doing a PhD in the Social Sciences: A Student's Guide to Post-Graduate Research and Writing

ISBN-13: 9780367519414 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 262 str.

Francis Jegede

Opis

Covering the academic and operational aspects of PhD research degree programmes, this accessible yet comprehensive book is an essential guide to navigating through the PhD research journey.

Spis treści

1. What is and Why do a PhD?  2. The PhD application process  3. Working with your supervisor/director of study  4. Finding support for your PhD  5. Writing your literature review  6. Understanding theoretical perspectives and developing your research methodology  7. Understanding Ethical issues and laws regarding PhD research and personal data  8. Owning and driving your own PhD research  9. Conducting fieldwork and collecting your data  10. Analysing your research data – quantitative and qualitative approaches  11. Writing up your PhD thesis  12. Preparing for and doing your viva voce – oral examination  13. Making the most of your PhD degree

O autorze

Francis Jegede is Associate Professor in International Relations and Diplomacy and the Chair of College Research Committee at the University of Derby, UK.