Workshop description:

Writing a HDR thesis is a major project that requires clear structural planning and a sound understanding of how the components of a thesis fit together.  

This workshop will clarify what content belongs in a thesis and how that content should be organised to form a coherent, defensible research narrative. The focus is on structural decisions rather than writing techniques. 

In this session, you will learn: 

• The structural elements examiners expect to see—and common structural issues that lead to examiner concerns. 

• How to position and articulate the thesis’s central claim or contribution within the overall structure. 

• Protocols for determining what content should be included, where it fits, and what should be left out. 

• How arguments are organised across chapters to build a logical, cohesive thesis structure. 

• How to map or blueprint a whole-thesis structure that supports a clear research narrative. 

Ideal for candidates seeking clarity on thesis architecture and the principles that underpin a strong, examinable structure. 

Details:

• Presenters: Professor Danielle Skropeta, Dean of Graduate Research and Research Culture
• Time: Wednesday, March 25, 10:30am – 12:00pm 
• Delivery: Hybrid