Thesis without Tears - A Guide for African University Students

Thesis without Tears - A Guide for African University Students is written for university and college students in Africa who are looking for guidelines for writing a good thesis. It describes some of the most influential methods in social science and speaks directly to students without any prior knowledge of project work. Written in a simple, straight-forward and a highly engaging style, the book takes the reader through the essential features of the thesis work process and guides students in making key decisions that will reduce the anxieties they are likely to experience in their research process. Highlights of the issues discussed include: • Characteristics of a well-written thesis • Structure of research projects • Research design • The role of theories in research projects • Qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and techniques • Mixed research methods It is intended as a supplementary textbook for courses in research methodology for bachelor and master's degree students.