“If students imagine completing a research project in three months, I ask them to come and see me. And they later un-imagine it,” came my professor’s reply.

Tips on Researching

She is patient with me, she knows my shortcomings and she always motivates me even if I am unable to see myself progressing. Having such a supervisor makes this journey very comfortable and easy.

Find a Great Supervisor

Your topic could be the best in the field, but do you have enough resources to finish the project? The question you must be asking yourself is: can I afford that much time and money? If not, then no matter how brilliant your idea is, you need to think of something else.

Be Realistic

You should have a timeline set out in the first week, stating targets that you must achieve throughout the duration of your research project. Ask your supervisor about what kind of targets you should set and try to achieve these on a weekly basis.

Having a project timeline

If you’re unsure how to write a thesis, the best advice I can give is not to leave the writing stage until last. Documenting the whole process as you go will help you finalize the project. So even if it seems raw, keep on writing and get regular feedback from your supervisor.

Keep writing ur ideas and note what you read

Don’t know where to start with your university research project? Follow these six steps to success.

How to do a Research Project: 6 Steps

Ms. Priyanka