What’s Included: The Dissertation

Template
If you’re preparing to write your dissertation, thesis or research project,
our free dissertation template is the perfect starting point. In the
template, we cover every section step by step, with clear,
straightforward explanations and examples.
The template’s structure is based on the tried and trusted best-practice
format for formal academic research projects such as dissertations and
theses. The template structure reflects the overall research process, ensuring
your dissertation or thesis will have a smooth, logical flow from chapter to
chapter.
The dissertation template covers the following core sections:
1. The title page/cover page
2.Abstract (sometimes also called the executive summary)
3.Table of contents
4.List of figures/list of tables
5.Chapter 1: Introduction (also available: in-depth introduction template)
6.Chapter 2: Literature review (also available: in-depth LR template)
7. Chapter 3: Methodology (also available: in-depth methodology template)
8.Chapter 4: Research findings/results (also available: results template)
9.Chapter 5: Discussion/analysis of findings (also available: discussion
template)
10. Chapter 6: Conclusion (also available: in-depth conclusion template)
11. Reference list
12. Appendices
Each section is explained in plain, straightforward language, followed by
an overview of the key elements that you need to cover within each section.
We’ve also included practical examples to help you understand exactly
what’s required in each section.
The cleanly-formatted Google Doc can be downloaded as a fully editable MS
Word Document (DOCX format), so you can use it as-is or convert it to
LaTeX.
DOWNLOAD THE DISSERTATION TEMPLATE
What format is the template (DOC, PDF, PPT, etc.)?

What types of dissertations/theses can this template be used for?

Will this work for a research paper?

 Is this template for an undergrad, Masters or PhD-level thesis?

How long should my dissertation/thesis be?

What’s Included: The Dissertation

Template
If you’re preparing to write your dissertation, thesis or research project,
our free dissertation template is the perfect starting point. In the
template, we cover every section step by step, with clear,
straightforward explanations and examples.
The template’s structure is based on the tried and trusted best-practice
format for formal academic research projects such as dissertations and
theses. The template structure reflects the overall research process, ensuring
your dissertation or thesis will have a smooth, logical flow from chapter to
chapter.
The dissertation template covers the following core sections:
1. The title page/cover page
2.Abstract (sometimes also called the executive summary)
3.Table of contents
4.List of figures/list of tables
5.Chapter 1: Introduction (also available: in-depth introduction template)
6.Chapter 2: Literature review (also available: in-depth LR template)
7. Chapter 3: Methodology (also available: in-depth methodology template)
8.Chapter 4: Research findings/results (also available: results template)
9.Chapter 5: Discussion/analysis of findings (also available: discussion
template)
10. Chapter 6: Conclusion (also available: in-depth conclusion template)
11. Reference list
12. Appendices
Each section is explained in plain, straightforward language, followed by
an overview of the key elements that you need to cover within each section.
We’ve also included practical examples to help you understand exactly
what’s required in each section.
The cleanly-formatted Google Doc can be downloaded as a fully editable MS
Word Document (DOCX format), so you can use it as-is or convert it to
LaTeX.
DOWNLOAD THE DISSERTATION TEMPLATE
What format is the template (DOC, PDF, PPT, etc.)?
What types of dissertations/theses can this template be used for?

Will this work for a research paper?

Is this template for an undergrad, Masters or PhD-level thesis?

How long should my dissertation/thesis be?

What about the research proposal?

How do I write a literature review?

How do I create a research methodology?

Can I share this dissertation template with my friends/colleagues?

Can Grad Coach help me with my dissertation/thesis?

What about the research proposal?

How do I write a literature review?

How do I create a research methodology?

Can I share this dissertation template with my friends/colleagues?

Can Grad Coach help me with my dissertation/thesis?