Writing Successful Undergraduate Dissertations in Games Development and Computer Science

This book provides an accessible and concise guide to producing a dissertation in computer science, software engineering, or games development degrees, with research projects typically involving design, implementation, testing, and evaluation. It offers a step-by-step guide to the key areas of writing a dissertation, alongside real-life examples, and covers topics such as producing literature reviews, formulating research questions, understanding epistemologies, selecting methodologies and research methods, and software development life cycle methodologies. It is an essential comprehensive guide for all students producing dissertations in these fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Writing a dissertation in the final year of university can be an incredibly challenging endeavor, especially for students pursuing degrees in computer science, software engineering, or games development, where practical implementation and research projects are central. This comprehensive guide aims to provide students with a clear and accessible pathway to successfully completing their dissertations.

The book is authored by an experienced supervisor who has guided numerous dissertation students through the process. It offers a step-by-step approach, covering key areas such as producing literature reviews, formulating research questions, understanding epistemologies, selecting methodologies and research methods, and navigating the software development life cycle methodologies.

Chapters in the book delve into these topics in depth, providing practical insights and real-life examples to aid students in their dissertation writing journey. From understanding the importance of literature reviews to developing effective research questions, the book equips students with the tools they need to undertake rigorous and scholarly research.

Furthermore, it addresses the challenges of epistemologies, helping students to critically evaluate different research approaches and methodologies. The selection of appropriate research methods is crucial in ensuring the validity and reliability of the findings, and the book offers guidance on selecting the most suitable methods for each dissertation project.

The software development life cycle methodologies are explored in detail, providing students with a framework for managing and executing their research projects effectively. This includes understanding the stages of development, such as requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and evaluation.

Evaluation, statistical analysis, and formulating conclusions are also covered in the book, ensuring that students have the skills to analyze and interpret their data accurately. Working methodically through the different stages of dissertation writing, this guide provides a comprehensive and essential resource for all students pursuing dissertations in computer science, software engineering, or games development.

By following the step-by-step guidance and practical tips provided, students can develop the skills and knowledge necessary to produce high-quality dissertations that contribute to their field of study. Whether they are embarking on their first dissertation or seeking to enhance their existing research skills, this book is a valuable asset that will help them achieve their academic goals.

Weight: 720g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367517076