The Science of Academic Writing: A Guide for Postgraduates - Hardcover

by Anne Pertet (Author)

"Excellent and fundamental... Clear and concise writing is coupled with rich examples and case studies. " - Lecturer review

Are you unsure what your thesis should look like? Perhaps you are struggling to get started or tie everything together in your conclusion? Help is here! Taking you from the introduction all the way through to the conclusion, this practical guide will provide you with step-by-step guidance, examples, checklists and expert tips to help you write your thesis with confidence.

Student Success is a series of essential guides for students of all levels. From how to think critically and write great essays to boosting your employability and managing your wellbeing, the Student Success series helps you study smarter and get the best from your time at university. .

Author Biography

Anne Pertet is a Professor at The Tropical Institute of Community Health and Development (TICH), Great Lakes University, Kenya. She specializes in Preventive and Community Health Research. She has over four-decade experience in research that integrates health and social sciences methods and theories. She also has vast experience of teaching students both at undergraduate to postgraduate levels in research methods, scientific and academic writing and thesis preparation. The motivation to write this reader-friendly book is based on the author′s encounters with the challenges postgraduates face when writing their thesis -- an experience gained through teaching, supervising and examining thesis.