Description

Book Synopsis
Moving beyond the basics of thesis writing, the book introduces practical writing techniques such as freewriting, generative writing and binge writing. Issues such as working out the criteria for your thesis, writerÊs block, writing a literature review and making notes into a draft are also covered.

Useful summaries and checklists help students to stay on track or regain their way. Learn how to:

  • Develop good writing habits
  • Overcome writerâs block
  • Understand the assessment process
  • Get the most from your Supervisor
New to this edition:
  • New visual map of your thesis to track your progress through the writing process
  • Advice on using social media productively and avoiding potential distractions during your writing
  • More support on writing in a second language
  • Using writing retreats and micro-groups to benefit from writing alongside others
  • New material on how to finesse your thesis by "back-revising" at the final stages
  • Advice on writing schedule

    Table of Contents

    How to write 1,000 words an hour
    Thinking about writing
    Starting to write
    Seeking structure
    The first milestone
    Becoming a serial writer
    Constructing closure
    Fear and loathing: Revising
    It is never too late to start
    The last 385 yards
    After the thesis examination: More writing?

How to Write a Thesis

    Product form

    £25.64

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £26.99 – you save £1.35 (5%)

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Wed 29 Jul 2026.

    A Paperback / softback by Rowena Murray

    Out of stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of How to Write a Thesis by Rowena Murray

      Publisher: Open University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 16/02/2017
      ISBN13: 9780335262069, 978-0335262069
      ISBN10: 335262066

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Moving beyond the basics of thesis writing, the book introduces practical writing techniques such as freewriting, generative writing and binge writing. Issues such as working out the criteria for your thesis, writerÊs block, writing a literature review and making notes into a draft are also covered.

      Useful summaries and checklists help students to stay on track or regain their way. Learn how to:

      • Develop good writing habits
      • Overcome writerâs block
      • Understand the assessment process
      • Get the most from your Supervisor
      New to this edition:
      • New visual map of your thesis to track your progress through the writing process
      • Advice on using social media productively and avoiding potential distractions during your writing
      • More support on writing in a second language
      • Using writing retreats and micro-groups to benefit from writing alongside others
      • New material on how to finesse your thesis by "back-revising" at the final stages
      • Advice on writing schedule

        Table of Contents

        How to write 1,000 words an hour
        Thinking about writing
        Starting to write
        Seeking structure
        The first milestone
        Becoming a serial writer
        Constructing closure
        Fear and loathing: Revising
        It is never too late to start
        The last 385 yards
        After the thesis examination: More writing?

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account