Thesis Writing Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure your thesis meets all requirements before submission.
Before You Start
Topic approved by supervisor
Research proposal accepted
Ethics approval obtained (if applicable)
Timeline created and agreed upon
Title Page
Correct title format
Your full name
Degree name
Institution name
Submission date
Supervisor name(s)
Abstract
Within word limit (usually 250-300 words)
Includes background, methods, results, conclusion
No citations or abbreviations
Written in past tense
Chapters
Introduction
Clear problem statement
Research objectives listed
Significance explained
Scope defined
Literature Review
Organized thematically
Recent sources (last 5-10 years)
Gap in literature identified
Critical analysis, not just summary
Methodology
Research design justified
Sample size calculation shown
Data collection tools described
Validity and reliability addressed
Ethical considerations mentioned
Results
Tables and figures numbered
All data presented objectively
Statistical tests appropriate
No interpretation in results
Discussion
Findings compared with literature
Limitations acknowledged
Implications discussed
Recommendations provided
Final Checks
Consistent formatting throughout
Page numbers correct
All references cited
Reference list complete
Appendices included
Spell check completed
Plagiarism check passed
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