Tips on writing a qualitative dissertation or thesis, from Braun & Clarke – Part 1

Braun, Virginia; Clarke, Victoria

Abstract

Our advice here relates to many forms of qualitative research, and particularly to research involving the use of thematic analysis (TA).

Based on our experience of supervising students over two decades, as well as our writing on qualitative methodologies, we discuss what we think constitutes good practice – and note some common problems to avoid.

Our first tip is always to check local requirements! Check what is required in your university context with regard to the format and presentation of your dissertation/thesis; if our advice clashes with this, discuss it with your supervisor. Sometimes requirements are “rules”, and sometimes they’re more norms and conventions, and there’s room to do things differently.

• Digital Artefact Type: Website Content
• Acceptance Date: Jun 1, 2021
• Online Publication Date: Jun 9, 2021
• Deposit Date: Feb 6, 2023
• Publicly Available Date: Feb 7, 2023
• Keywords: Dissertation, qualitative research, research, TA, thematic analysis, thesis
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10434663
• Related Public URLs: https://edpsy.org.uk/blog/2021/tips-on-writing-a-qualitative-dissertation-or-thesis-from-braun-clarke-part-2/
• External URL: https://edpsy.org.uk/blog/2021/tips-on-writing-a-qualitative-dissertation-or-thesis-from-braun-clarke-part-1/