Conducting the Dissertation

In accordance with the approved prospectus, you independently design the specific procedure, develop materials, collect data, and analyze and interpret results. The major professor has the primary responsibility for providing advice to ensure that all aspects of dissertation work are conducted appropriately and adequately. The student may seek the advice of other committee members when required.

Writing the dissertation is an important part of the process and adequate time needs to be allocated for reviewing and revising. The final draft, prepared in accordance with the latest current edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, is formally submitted to the committee and serves as the basis of the oral defense. Final revisions are made following the defense. Determining and enforcing standards of quality for dissertation research is the prerogative and duty of the committee.