Practical Tips for Formatting a Thesis
Editor’s note: this article, published in 2016, makes reference to a previous edition of the AUT Postgraduate Handbook that is now out of date. The most recent edition can be […]
Editor’s note: this article, published in 2016, makes reference to a previous edition of the AUT Postgraduate Handbook that is now out of date. The most recent edition can be […]
We first featured this post from PhD candidate Julia Hallas in 2013 If you’re experiencing procrastination, depression, all-nighters and melt-downs… join me in my quest for the best writing tips. […]
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“If you’ve never cried before, during, or after a meeting with your advisor, something is amiss.” – Dr Karen Kelsky of The Professor Is In When I signed up […]
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The final writers’ retreat for 2015 was held on Nov 2-5 at Vaughan Park in Long Bay. Vaughan Park was beautiful as always, the beach provided an excellent spot for […]
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How many people will read your thesis? It’s the impossible question. A few examiners, at least. Your supervisors. Is that all? Maybe a devoted spouse or family member? Possibly one […]
Writing a thesis is like running a marathon, right? Jeez, how many times have we heard that? (Answer: lots and lots and lots and lots and lots of times.) I’ve […]