Thesis

A thesis (plural: theses) is a comprehensive research document that a student submits to fulfill the requirements for an academic degree, typically at the master’s or doctoral level. It presents original research, analysis, and findings on a specific subject.

### Key Characteristics of a Thesis: - Original Research – Investigates a specific topic in depth. - Academic Contribution – Adds new knowledge or perspectives to a field. - Structured Format – Usually includes an introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. - Supervised Work – Developed under the guidance of an academic advisor.

### Types of Theses: 1. Master’s Thesis – Required for a master’s degree; demonstrates the ability to conduct independent research. 2. Doctoral Dissertation – A more extensive research work required for a Ph.D., often involving significant original contributions to the field. 3. Undergraduate Thesis – In some universities, undergraduate students may write a thesis to complete their degree.

### Differences Between a Thesis and a Dissertation: - In some countries (e.g., the U.S.), a thesis refers to a master's research work, while a dissertation is for a doctoral degree. - In others (e.g., Europe), the terms may be used interchangeably, or “thesis” is used for both master's and Ph.D. levels.