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Research Essentials
Theoretical vs. conceptual frameworks: Simple definitions and an overview of key differences
Understanding the differences between theoretical and conceptual frameworks in research, including thesis writing, can be challenging. Therefore, here are easy-to-understand explanations and definitions of both theoretical and conceptual frameworks, along with frequently asked questions and a detailed comparison. Additionally, a…
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Thesis Tips
Getting the most out of thesis supervision meetings
Chances are that postgraduate students meet their thesis supervisor/s only every few weeks, and for a limited amount of time. Therefore, it is extremely important to take full advantage of supervision meetings. The following tips help bachelor’s, master’s and PhD…
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Career Advice
The best answers to “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?”
The question “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” is commonly asked in job interviews due to its ability to assess various aspects simultaneously, such as drive, goal orientation, realism, alignment with the organization, preparedness, and effort. Providing a…
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Academic Skills
13 awesome academic phrases to write your methodology (+ real examples)
Writing a methodology can be painful but there are generally accepted and popular academic phrases that help you to convey your research design, methods, limitations and awareness of ethical challenges in a poignant and effective manner. Additionally examples are given…
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Networking Hacks
How to address a professor in an email
When writing an email to a professor, it is important to consider the context and the proper way to address them. This can vary depending…
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