{"id":4829,"date":"2023-09-09T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/library.wu.ac.at\/bib\/fit4research\/?page_id=4829"},"modified":"2025-01-16T15:21:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T14:21:17","slug":"writing-your-own-papers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/library.wu.ac.at\/bib\/fit4research\/index.php\/en\/fit4research-english\/academic-reading-writing\/writing-your-own-papers\/","title":{"rendered":"Writing your own paper or thesis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Whether you’re tackling a seminar paper, a bachelor’s thesis, or a master’s thesis: the task can feel overwhelming at first. But don’t worry – writing is a journey you can break down into four manageable phases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Brainstorming and planning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Developing a structure and drafting the text<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Revision<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Formal editing and submission<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    By following a structured approach, you can avoid feeling overwhelmed right from the start. Here on this page, we’ll walk you through each phase of the writing process, offering practical tips and exercises at every step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tip<\/strong>: Discover detailed guidelines for bachelor’s theses in the Study Service Center’s Bachelor’s Guide<\/a>. Remember, citation methods and directives differ between departments. Verify specific requirements and rules by consulting your department’s website and discussing them with your supervisor.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Phase 1: Brainstorming and planning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Launch into the exciting first phase by discovering and refining your topic. Start with some initial research and get a clear understanding of the formal requirements for your thesis. Remember, each department has its own specific guidelines for formal aspects, so be sure to check your department\u2019s website!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Finding your topic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    It all starts with an idea. But what do you do when inspiration is hard to find?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Our tip for finding a topic: <\/strong>Make it personal! Choosing a topic you\u2019re passionate about can transform your thesis from a chore into an exciting journey. Since you\u2019ll be working on it for a while, why not dive into something that truly interests you? Get creative and think outside the box! For example, if you\u2019re studying business law and love bouldering, why not explore the legal aspects of liability in bouldering? Or investigate the insurance policies specific to bouldering parks and climbing gyms. The possibilities are endless when you connect your academic work with your personal passions! Can’t choose your topic? You have options here too: Narrow down your topic area<\/a> to an aspect that excites you personally or link it to your interests.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Exercise: Finding a topic (based on Peterson 2013)<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Use the following guiding questions to spark your creativity and help you discover your perfect topic. Take your time, go through each question, and jot down your thoughts and ideas as they come to you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n