Traditional Thesis and Dissertation Guide

The College of Graduate Studies (CGS) at Kuwait University is dedicated to enhancing the academic achievements and research endeavors of our graduate students. The following pages constitute a guide that presents necessary requirements for the preparation, writing, and submission of Master’s theses and Ph.D. dissertations.

Guide Overview

The guide is organized into detailed sections, each designed to address key aspects of the thesis and dissertation writing process:

1. Criteria for Traditional Thesis and Dissertation Writing: This section presents the essential standards for scholarly writing and documentation. It emphasizes the importance of rigorous research and clear presentation in line with accepted academic norms. Students interested in writing their thesis as a collection of publications can read more about the CGS Article-Based Thesis here.

2. Traditional Thesis Format Requirements: Focused on the traditional thesis format, this part provides an outline of the structured approach required for your research. It covers the required formatting details and sections that should be included in your thesis.

3. Supporting Resources: To further assist in your thesis or dissertation preparation, we offer samples of thesis and dissertation template files that you can download and use. These are intended to guide you through the formatting and organizational aspects of your document.