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Reference Basics for Thesis PDF Download and print this booklet for examples of image captions, references, and more!


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Elements of Thesis

Front Matter

There are three sections of your thesis. They must include all elements listed here and be formatted correctly. Click on each section to see guidelines, templates, and examples.

FRONT MATTER

1. Title Page

Copyright Page

2. Copyright Page

Abstract

3. Abstract 

4. Approvals Page

Acknowledgements

5. Acknowledgements

 

Dedication Page

6. Dedication Page

Contents Page

7. Contents

     

 

BODY

1. Introduction

2. Thesis Essay

3. Research and Findings

4. Design Solution

5. Conclusion

These sections are divided into six Design Tasks in AR501:

1. Essay, Model, Drawing

2. Case Studies

3. Programming

4. Contextual Analysis

5. Conceptual Development Options

6. Final Research Document

 

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