Strategies for Writing a Thesis by Publication in the Social Sciences and Humanities

This book provides practical advice and critical discussion of the choices and challenges faced by PhD students considering dissertation options, particularly in the social sciences and humanities. It emphasizes the importance of creating a coherent thesis that demonstrates the individual's original contribution and offers strategies for handling the writing process, addressing rhetorical challenges, and demonstrating doctorateness. It is a valuable resource for PhD candidates, supervisors, and anyone interested in the pedagogical implications of article-based dissertations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Responding to the growing popularity of the thesis by publication within doctoral education, this comprehensive book offers invaluable practical advice and critical discussion of some of the central choices and challenges that PhD students considering dissertation options face. Drawing on current research and informed by extensive experience of working with and running workshops for PhD candidates who write article-based dissertations, this book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of what writing a thesis by publication entails – what its purpose is, what the various expectations might be for this emerging genre, and what the potential challenges might be in crafting one.

Particular emphasis is placed on how to effectively assemble the individual articles to create a coherent thesis that clearly articulates the student's unique original contribution. Written primarily for students, Strategies for Writing a Thesis by Publication in the Social Sciences and Humanities delves into key topics such as:

how the genre has developed, with an emphasis on the role of the narrative (introductory text) that accompanies the articles

typical rhetorical challenges that writers of such dissertations face

strategies for handling the writing process

specific challenges of demonstrating doctorateness in the thesis by publication and strategies for addressing them

institutional variations that the thesis writer should seek clarification on as early as possible

structural elements of the narrative and their main functions

the range of choices that can be made throughout the doctoral journey and thesis writing.

This book is a must-read for PhD candidates and supervisors new to the genre, as well as those involved in directing PhD programmes who are interested in the pedagogical implications of the move. By providing a comprehensive and insightful guide, this book empowers students to navigate the complexities of thesis by publication and achieve their academic goals with confidence and proficiency.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 122 x 185 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367204693