Terminologies like thesis, dissertation and project are common in academic and research practice. Although, these terms are used synonymously by students and some faculty they have different implications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The word \u2018dissertation\u2019 is derived from the Latin word \u201cdissertare\u201d which means \u2018to discuss\u2019. Oxford Dictionary defines dissertation as \u2018a long essay on a particular subject or topic especially written for a university degree or diploma\u2019. In Merriam Webster dictionary, it is defined as \u201can extended usually written treatment of a subject; specifically: one submitted for a doctorate\u201d. The Cambridge dictionary defines dissertation as \u201ca long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one that is done to receive a degree at college or university\u201d. It is clear from these definitions that the emphasis in a dissertation is on a review and write up on a subject rather than the novelty of the research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The origin of the word \u201cthesis\u201d comes from the Greek word \u201ctithenai\u201d which means \u201cto place or to put forth\u201d. The early Greek word \u201ctithenai\u201d metamorphosed into \u2018thesis\u2019 which in Greek refers \u201cto put forth something\u201d like a proposal. The Oxford English dictionary defines a thesis as \u201ca long essay or dissertation involving personal research, written by a candidate for a university degree\u201d. In Merriam Webster dictionary it is defined as a \u201cdissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view\u201d. The Cambridge dictionary defines a thesis as \u201ca long piece of writing on a subject, especially one based on original research and done for a higher college or university degree\u201d. In some countries, a dissertation is also referred to as a thesis. However, in contrast to dissertation thesis is an in-depth study of a topic that contributes novel information in the field of research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The word project is derived from the Latin word \u201cprojectum\u201d from the Latin verb \u201cproicere\u201d (before an action), which in turn comes from \u201cpro\u201d (precedence), and \u201ciacere\u201d(to do). Thus, the original meaning of the word \u201cproject\u201d is to plan of something and not to the act of carrying out the plan. The Oxford English dictionary defines project as \u201ca piece of research work undertaken by a school or college student\u201d. In Merriam Webster dictionary, it is defined as a planned undertaking: such as a formulated piece of research. The Cambridge dictionary defines a project as \u201ca study of a particular subject done over a period, especially by students\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The word project is often used in the engineering field and various government plans. A research project can be a short-term (less than a year) or long-term project. A short-term research project is usually undertaken by the undergraduate students and a long-term project is usually undertaken by faculty working in research institutes. A short-term research project is an abbreviated form of the dissertation where the focus is on research methodology and not the outcome of the research. In the long-term research project, the focus is on the novelty of research in addition to the methodology like a thesis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Source: Subhash Chandra Parija and Vikram Kate (2018). Thesis, Dissertation and Project in Thesis Writing for Master’s and Ph.D. Program. Springer Nature Singaporer Pte Ltd.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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