Interdisciplinary Studies
Journal of Thesis Abstract Guidelines
Your abstract should begin with a definitive statement of the problem
or project. Its purpose, scope, and limit should be clearly delineated.
Then, as concisely as possible, describe research methods and design, major
findings, the significance of the work (if appropriate), and conclusions.
Students whose thesis involves "creative" work (original, fine
art, music, writing, theatre or film production, dance, etc.) should describe
the process and production, indicating the forms of documentation on file
as "thesis" materials.
All students should pay special attention to the "subject words",
since these will be the key words by which your thesis may be found in
the index. Think of these words (or phrases) as instrumental in leading
a potential reader to your thesis.
Please have your advisor review and sign your abstract for organization,
content, grammar, and spelling before submission.
Thesis Abstract Submission Form
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