Что такое диссертация?
A dissertation is a qualifying research paper prepared by a scientist to obtain an academic degree. It is a scientific work in which the author formulates new hypotheses or theories and confirms them with the results of their own research.
A dissertation is an important element of scientific activity, as it allows one to obtain an academic degree, present one's own contribution to the development of science, confirm one's scientific qualifications, and open up new prospects for professional growth.
Types of dissertations
A PhD dissertation is a type of qualification work written by a researcher to obtain a PhD degree.
A doctoral dissertation is a more complex qualification work performed by a researcher to obtain a Doctor of Sciences degree.
Structure of the dissertation
The dissertation must comply with the established structural requirements, which may vary depending on the university. Therefore, before starting work, it is important to clarify these requirements with your supervisor. The generally accepted structure of a dissertation contains the following main elements:
- title page
- table of contents
- normative references
- definitions
- designations and abbreviations
- introduction
- main part
- conclusion
- list of sources used
- appendices
Differences between PhD and doctoral dissertations
- Research objectives. In a PhD dissertation, the research is aimed at optimising/improving the work of the selected industry, while in a doctoral dissertation, it is aimed at developing innovative discoveries confirmed by the author's patented inventions.
- Deadlines for accepting dissertations for defence. To obtain a PhD degree, the defence date is set within two months from the date of submission of the relevant package of documents. For doctoral dissertations, this period is four months.
Main requirements for a dissertation
Length of a PhD dissertation
- for social sciences and humanities – 150 pages
- for natural sciences and technical fields – approximately 120 pages
Length of a doctoral dissertation
- social sciences and humanities – on average 330 pages
- natural sciences and technical fields – on average 300 pages
Sources
- PhD dissertation – up to 300 sources
- doctoral dissertation – 500-600 specifically related to the research topic
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