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Introduction
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Introduction
One of the requirements for completion of Master Degree in Dentistry (MSc) is the submission of a thesis. A thesis is a written piece of work which reports on the substantive research undertaken during the course of a student’s candidature. A thesis usually includes a statement of a research question, a literature review, a description of the methodology, and a report of the results. Discipline conventions vary with regard to the length and format of a research thesis. Candidates are advised to consult with their supervisors regarding the appropriate format of their thesis, especially any deviations from commonly accepted standards. The thesis will be examined by experts in the fled who will have expectations about the intellectual content, format and structure of the thesis.
Candidates should not underestimate the time and care required in writing the thesis. The quality of the research undertaken can only be assessed by examiners on the basis of the information and analysis presented in the thesis. The process of writing a thesis is an iterative one involving the candidate and supervisor(s) and usually takes longer than anticipated. Guidance regarding the research design and techniques should be sought from the candidate’s supervisors; the actual research must be undertaken by the candidate and the thesis must represent an account by the candidate of their research project.
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