The convention of a doctoral thesis in applied linguistics from a European and North American perspective
Main Article Content
Abstract
Abstract. This article provide guidance on how to write a good PhD thesis in Applied Linguistics according to the conventions and requirements commonly adopted by European and North American universities. The purpose of the article is to provide a reference for both PhD candidates and examiners in Vietnam in an attempt to narrow the gap between Vietnam-based PhD programmes and those offered by European and North American universities.
Key words: applied linguistics, doctoral thesis, conventional structure, European and North American conventions.Article Details
References
[1] Dudley-Evans, T., The dissertation: A case of neglect? In P. Thompson (Ed.), Issues in EAP writing research and instruction (pp.28-36), Reading: Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Reading, 1999.
[2] Thompson, P., Exploring the context of writing: Interviews with PhD supervisors. In P. Thompson (Ed.), Issues in EAP writing research and instruction (pp.37-54), Reading: Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Reading, 1999.
[3] Dong, Y. R., Non-native graduate students’ thesis/dissertation writing in science: Self-reports by students and their advisors from two U.S. institutions, English for specific Purposes, 17(4), 369-390, 1998.
[4] John, A. M., & Swales, J. M., Literacy and disciplinary practices: Opening and closing perspectives, Journal of English for Academic Purposes, 1(1), 13-28, 2002.
[5] Holbrook, A., Bourke, S., Fairbairn, & Lovat, T., Examiner comment on the literature review in Ph.D. theses, Studies in Higher Education, 32(3), 337-356, 2007.
[6] Hansford, B. C., & Maxwell, T. W., A Masters degree program: Structural components and examiners’ comments, Higher Education Research and Development, 12(2), 171-187, 1993.
[7] Machi, L. A., & McEvoy, B. T., The literature review: Six steps to success, California: Corwin Press, 2009.
[8] Ridley, D., The literature review: A step-by-step guide for students, London, England: SAGE Publications, 2008.
[9] Cohen, L., Manion, L. & Morrison, K., Research methods in education. (6th ed.). London, England: Routledge, 2007.
[10] Merriam, S. B., Qualitative research and case study applications in education: Revised and expanded from case study research in education, Sacramento, CA: Jossey-Bass, 1998.
[11] Heigham, J., & Croker, R. A. (Eds.), Qualitative research in applied linguistics: A practical introduction, Basingstoke, England: Palgrave Macmillan, 2009.
[12] Richards, K., Qualitative inquiry in TESOL, Basingstoke, England: Palgrave MacMillan, 2003.
[13] Brew, A., The nature of research: Inquiry in academic contexts, London: Routledge Falmer, 2001.
[14] Bunton, D., Generic moves in PhD theses introductions, In J. Flowerdew (Ed.), Academic discourse, Harlow: Longman, 57-75, 2002.
Some useful books
Anderson, J., & Poole, M., Thesis and assignment writing, Brisbane, Australia: Wiley & Sons, 1994.
Bitchener, J., Writing an applied linguistics thesis or dissertation: A guide to presenting empirical research. Basingstoke, England: Palgrave MacMillan, 2010.
Bell, J., Doing your research project, Milton Keynes, England: Open University Press, 1987.
Bowen, W.G., In pursuit of the PhD, Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 1992.
Brause, R.S., Writing your doctoral dissertation: Invisible rules for success, London, England: Falmer Press, 2000.
Graves, N. & Varma, V. (Eds.), Working for a doctorate, London, England: Routledge, 1997.
Oliver, P., Writing your thesis, London, England: Sage, 2004.
Swales, J. M., Genre analysis: English in academic and research settings, Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 1990.
Swales, J. M., Research genres: Exploration and application, Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 2004.
Turabian, K. L., Grossman, J., & Bennett, A., A manual for writers of term papers, theses and dissertations, Chicago, ILL: Chicago University Press, 1996.
[2] Thompson, P., Exploring the context of writing: Interviews with PhD supervisors. In P. Thompson (Ed.), Issues in EAP writing research and instruction (pp.37-54), Reading: Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Reading, 1999.
[3] Dong, Y. R., Non-native graduate students’ thesis/dissertation writing in science: Self-reports by students and their advisors from two U.S. institutions, English for specific Purposes, 17(4), 369-390, 1998.
[4] John, A. M., & Swales, J. M., Literacy and disciplinary practices: Opening and closing perspectives, Journal of English for Academic Purposes, 1(1), 13-28, 2002.
[5] Holbrook, A., Bourke, S., Fairbairn, & Lovat, T., Examiner comment on the literature review in Ph.D. theses, Studies in Higher Education, 32(3), 337-356, 2007.
[6] Hansford, B. C., & Maxwell, T. W., A Masters degree program: Structural components and examiners’ comments, Higher Education Research and Development, 12(2), 171-187, 1993.
[7] Machi, L. A., & McEvoy, B. T., The literature review: Six steps to success, California: Corwin Press, 2009.
[8] Ridley, D., The literature review: A step-by-step guide for students, London, England: SAGE Publications, 2008.
[9] Cohen, L., Manion, L. & Morrison, K., Research methods in education. (6th ed.). London, England: Routledge, 2007.
[10] Merriam, S. B., Qualitative research and case study applications in education: Revised and expanded from case study research in education, Sacramento, CA: Jossey-Bass, 1998.
[11] Heigham, J., & Croker, R. A. (Eds.), Qualitative research in applied linguistics: A practical introduction, Basingstoke, England: Palgrave Macmillan, 2009.
[12] Richards, K., Qualitative inquiry in TESOL, Basingstoke, England: Palgrave MacMillan, 2003.
[13] Brew, A., The nature of research: Inquiry in academic contexts, London: Routledge Falmer, 2001.
[14] Bunton, D., Generic moves in PhD theses introductions, In J. Flowerdew (Ed.), Academic discourse, Harlow: Longman, 57-75, 2002.
Some useful books
Anderson, J., & Poole, M., Thesis and assignment writing, Brisbane, Australia: Wiley & Sons, 1994.
Bitchener, J., Writing an applied linguistics thesis or dissertation: A guide to presenting empirical research. Basingstoke, England: Palgrave MacMillan, 2010.
Bell, J., Doing your research project, Milton Keynes, England: Open University Press, 1987.
Bowen, W.G., In pursuit of the PhD, Princeton, N.J.: Princeton University Press, 1992.
Brause, R.S., Writing your doctoral dissertation: Invisible rules for success, London, England: Falmer Press, 2000.
Graves, N. & Varma, V. (Eds.), Working for a doctorate, London, England: Routledge, 1997.
Oliver, P., Writing your thesis, London, England: Sage, 2004.
Swales, J. M., Genre analysis: English in academic and research settings, Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 1990.
Swales, J. M., Research genres: Exploration and application, Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 2004.
Turabian, K. L., Grossman, J., & Bennett, A., A manual for writers of term papers, theses and dissertations, Chicago, ILL: Chicago University Press, 1996.