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How to Write a Thesis: Choosing a Topic

This guide covers all aspects of writing a thesis or dissertation.

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Choosing a Topic for a Thesis

How to Come Up with a Topic for Your Thesis 
This article discusses approaches for coming up with a solid topic for your thesis.

The Perfect Thesis Topic 
This resource presents five questions you should ask as you explore different thesis topics.

General Resources on Choosing Topics

Selecting a Research Topic 
MIT Libraries covers the basics of selecting a research topic.

Choosing a Research Topic 
Grinnell College Library offers in-depth advice for choosing, narrowing, and/or broadening research topics.