Guide: Format of Writing a Research Project or Thesis Table of Content, Chapters and Contents

This is a carefully outlined and complete format of writing a research Project or thesis table of content. It may differ in nomenclature and arrangement according to your institution, this guide/outline however will help you where there are no prescriptions from your institution.

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Title Page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledge
Table of Content
List of Tables
List of Figures

Abstract

Chapter One Introduction

1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the problem
1.3 Research Questions/Hypothesis
1.4 Purpose of the Study
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope and Delimitation of Study
1.7 Limiation of Study
1.8 Definition of Terms

Chapter Two Review of Related Literature

2.1 Theoretical Framework/Conceptual Framework
2.2 Insert other relevant sub-headings
2.3 Literature Appraisal

Chapter Three Methodology

3.1 Research Design
3.2 Population of the Study
3.3 Sample and Sampling Techniques
3.4 Instrument(s)
3.5 Validity and Reliability of the Instrument(s)
3.6 Administration of Instrument(s)
3.7 Method of Data Analysis

Chapter Four Data Analysis, Interpretation and Discussion of Findings

Chapter Five Summary, Conclusion and Recommendations

5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Implications of the Study
5.4 Recommendations
5.5 Suggestions for Further Research
5.6 Contribution to knowledge

References

Appendices