Thesis and Research Writing

A 4-Week Course for Undergraduates, Master’s, and PhD Students

Struggling to structure your research?
Unsure how to start writing your thesis or project document?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

Thesis and Research Writing is a structured, four-week video course designed to guide university students through every stage of writing a project report, dissertation, or thesis. With practical, easy-to-digest video lessons delivered five times a week, you’ll gain the clarity, tools, and confidence you need to write a strong academic document—without the overwhelm.

Who This Course Is For:

• Undergraduates working on final-year project documentation

• Master’s students writing their thesis or preparing for dissertation submission

• PhD students in the early or mid-stages of writing and formatting their research

Whether you’re stuck on how to begin, how to structure your chapters, or how to finalize your document for submission—this course is your step-by-step companion.

Course Structure (4 Weeks – 5 Videos Per Week)

Week 1: Introduction to Research & Writing Basics

• Overview of MSc Research and Common Challenges
  What makes MSc-level research different, and how to tackle typical roadblocks

• Choosing and Narrowing Down Your Research Topic
  Finding a manageable and meaningful focus

• Structuring Your Thesis: Intro, Literature Review, and Methodology
  Understanding what goes where—and why

• Time Management and Research Planning for MSc Students
  Planning your timeline with Gantt charts and realistic milestones

• Research Tools and Resources: Software and Databases
  Zotero, Mendeley, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, EndNote, NVivo, Excel

📚 Week 2: Literature, Methodology & Referencing

• How to Conduct an Effective Literature Review
  Skimming, summarizing, and synthesizing ideas

• Finding Quality Sources and Avoiding Predatory Journals
  Evaluating credibility and academic standards

• Understanding Research Paradigms and Methodological Fit
  Choosing between qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods

• Ethical Considerations in Research Design
  Consent, data handling, and institutional approval

• Referencing & Citation Styles Made Simple
  Using APA, Harvard, and citation managers inside Word

✍️ Week 3: Writing & Editing Your Thesis

• Writing the Introduction & Research Questions
  Setting the scene and defining your research goals

• Presenting Your Methodology with Clarity
  Making your research process clear and replicable

• Reporting Results: Tables, Charts, and Interpretation
  Visual clarity and analytical precision

• Crafting a Critical Discussion Section
  Reflecting on your findings and linking to existing research

• Editing & Proofreading Strategies
  Tools, techniques, and feedback that sharpen your work

🧾 Week 4: Final Touches, Submission & Mindset

• Formatting Your Thesis in Word: Margins, TOC, Headings
  A full walkthrough to achieve professional formatting

• Creating a Strong Abstract and Title Page
  Capturing your work in a compelling summary

• Preparing for Thesis Submission: Final Checklist
  Backup plans, document checks, and submission formats

• Handling Supervisor Feedback and Revisions Gracefully
  Managing criticism and turning it into clarity

• Mindset for the Finish Line: Confidence & Clarity
  Overcoming imposter syndrome and staying focused through to submission

Ready to Write Like a Researcher?

Join “Thesis and Research Writing” and take the stress out of your academic journey. Whether you’re at the start or near the finish line—this course has your back.