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Structuring a Master's Dissertation

Once you are done with the research and planning of your dissertation, the most difficult task ahead is the actual process of starting to write your Master's dissertation. It is necessary to formulate the structure of your dissertation prior to actually starting to write it. You can also take advantage of professional ESL and International proofreading services if you are an international student!

Prior planning can also help you in two ways; firstly, you will have a clear dissertation outline that you can use as a timeline and checklist, and secondly it will enable you have a clear layout when you actually start writing your dissertation, which will simplify the writing process.

1. Plan Structure

Plan the structure very clearly, with a flowchart that may include leaving

gaps for content, images, references and diagrams. It will help you perceive the project in its entirety, making it simpler when you actually start writing.

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2. Clear Intro and Conclusion

Your Master's dissertation structure should have a clear introduction

and an effective conclusion. In addition, it should have all the required sections your university guidelines specifies which may span from a dissertation methodology to a bibliography and literature review.

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3. Keep Track of Word Limit

Always stay within the word limit. You can assign a rough word count to

each section of the structure so that when writing you will stay within those words counts for each part.

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4. Explain Primary Points first

Structure is the core to clarity and meaning. Ensure your primary points

and most important ideas are mentioned early on and that each point runs logically into the next section.

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5. Maintain Readability

Readability is the most important aspect of any document. Irrespective

of whether it may an undergraduate or Master's Dissertation, the examiner will always prefer a dissertation that is well explained and easily readable. For this, write short paragraphs and always introduce a new point in a new paragraph.

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6. Use Numbering and Bullet Points

Use bullet points and numbering to delineate your structure and keep it

interesting. It is specifically helpful in presenting lists, findings or major points.

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7. Use Signpost Sentences

You must make use of signpost sentences to clearly explain to the reader

what each paragraph or section emphasises. These will guide them through your dissertation structure.

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8. Refer forward and back

You can also refer forward or back, using phrases such as as earlier

explained or this will be discussed further later . It will help to increase the significance and strength of your structure.

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Ultimately, just remember that a powerful and clear structure is the key to writing an effective dissertation and obtaining a top grade. You can also ask others to look at your dissertation structure and help you understand where the vague areas are and where the structure is weak or strong; this will help you to spot anything you might have overlooked earlier.

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