How to write your PhD findings chapter – what to include for qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods studies
Writing your PhD findings chapter and knowing what to include depends on a lot of things! Notably whether you’ve done qualitative, quantitative, or a mixed methods study. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered for all bases!
How do you write a findings chapter? What should be included in a findings chapter? Should I refer back to the literature in my findings chapter, or leave that for the discussion? These are very common and very sensible questions to ask when you’re about to write up the results from your doctoral study.
In this eighth part of my PhD Survival Guide series, I’ll equip you to showcase your findings in the most powerful and impactful way, ensuring your examiner is in no doubt about how you interpreted your data and came to the conclusions you did.
I’ve been supervising and examining social sciences PhD students for two decades and I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to findings chapters. However, I’ve learned a lot along the way, which I’ll share with you in this pack so you can avoid common mistakes and find the right balance between transparency and information overload in your PhD findings chapter.
By the time you complete this PhD Survival Guide pack, you’ll feel confident about the structure and content of your findings chapter and you’ll be ready to make some decisions about what’s going into it and what’s staying out or going in the appendices!
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Here's what we'll cover in this guide:
• The most common questions about findings chapters
• How to plan your chapter and identify valuable content for it whilst you’re doing your fieldwork
• The importance of revisiting aims, objectives and the literature review
• Why analysing early is essential – don’t leave it until you’ve collected all your data!
• Developing provisional headings for your findings chapter
• What you should (and shouldn’t) write about in your findings chapter
• The three core elements of findings – description, analysis and synthesis (with examples)
• Presenting qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods data – some common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Revisiting and updating your methods chapter after you’ve collected and analysed your data
Looking for the 10-Part Bundle? This pack can also be purchased in a bundle as a 10-part series - learn more about that by clicking here!
// Looking for guidance on an undergraduate bachelor’s dissertation? //
Not pursuing a Master's or PhD? If you're working on a bachelor's degree dissertation, explore my undergrad-specific study guides. Click here to check them out.
// Important Details //
Please be aware that these study guides and planners are digital products; no physical items will be dispatched. You'll receive downloadable PDFs upon purchase.
While these guides are invaluable supplements, they are not a substitute for the guidance of your thesis advisor or supervisor. Ensure you seek advice from them throughout your project.
My products don't guarantee specific results, PhD success demands dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment.
By purchasing this product, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
// Get in Touch //
If you have queries or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me using this contact form. I'm eager to hear about your PhD journey and assist in any way I can.
Wishing you every success in your studies!
Best Regards,
Dr. Elizabeth Yardley
Writing your PhD findings chapter and knowing what to include depends on a lot of things! Notably whether you’ve done qualitative, quantitative, or a mixed methods study. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered for all bases!
How do you write a findings chapter? What should be included in a findings chapter? Should I refer back to the literature in my findings chapter, or leave that for the discussion? These are very common and very sensible questions to ask when you’re about to write up the results from your doctoral study.
In this eighth part of my PhD Survival Guide series, I’ll equip you to showcase your findings in the most powerful and impactful way, ensuring your examiner is in no doubt about how you interpreted your data and came to the conclusions you did.
I’ve been supervising and examining social sciences PhD students for two decades and I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to findings chapters. However, I’ve learned a lot along the way, which I’ll share with you in this pack so you can avoid common mistakes and find the right balance between transparency and information overload in your PhD findings chapter.
By the time you complete this PhD Survival Guide pack, you’ll feel confident about the structure and content of your findings chapter and you’ll be ready to make some decisions about what’s going into it and what’s staying out or going in the appendices!
Want to try it out before you buy? CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FREE TRIAL VERSION OF PACK.
Here's what we'll cover in this guide:
• The most common questions about findings chapters
• How to plan your chapter and identify valuable content for it whilst you’re doing your fieldwork
• The importance of revisiting aims, objectives and the literature review
• Why analysing early is essential – don’t leave it until you’ve collected all your data!
• Developing provisional headings for your findings chapter
• What you should (and shouldn’t) write about in your findings chapter
• The three core elements of findings – description, analysis and synthesis (with examples)
• Presenting qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods data – some common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Revisiting and updating your methods chapter after you’ve collected and analysed your data
Looking for the 10-Part Bundle? This pack can also be purchased in a bundle as a 10-part series - learn more about that by clicking here!
// Looking for guidance on an undergraduate bachelor’s dissertation? //
Not pursuing a Master's or PhD? If you're working on a bachelor's degree dissertation, explore my undergrad-specific study guides. Click here to check them out.
// Important Details //
Please be aware that these study guides and planners are digital products; no physical items will be dispatched. You'll receive downloadable PDFs upon purchase.
While these guides are invaluable supplements, they are not a substitute for the guidance of your thesis advisor or supervisor. Ensure you seek advice from them throughout your project.
My products don't guarantee specific results, PhD success demands dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment.
By purchasing this product, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
// Get in Touch //
If you have queries or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me using this contact form. I'm eager to hear about your PhD journey and assist in any way I can.
Wishing you every success in your studies!
Best Regards,
Dr. Elizabeth Yardley
Writing your PhD findings chapter and knowing what to include depends on a lot of things! Notably whether you’ve done qualitative, quantitative, or a mixed methods study. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered for all bases!
How do you write a findings chapter? What should be included in a findings chapter? Should I refer back to the literature in my findings chapter, or leave that for the discussion? These are very common and very sensible questions to ask when you’re about to write up the results from your doctoral study.
In this eighth part of my PhD Survival Guide series, I’ll equip you to showcase your findings in the most powerful and impactful way, ensuring your examiner is in no doubt about how you interpreted your data and came to the conclusions you did.
I’ve been supervising and examining social sciences PhD students for two decades and I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to findings chapters. However, I’ve learned a lot along the way, which I’ll share with you in this pack so you can avoid common mistakes and find the right balance between transparency and information overload in your PhD findings chapter.
By the time you complete this PhD Survival Guide pack, you’ll feel confident about the structure and content of your findings chapter and you’ll be ready to make some decisions about what’s going into it and what’s staying out or going in the appendices!
Want to try it out before you buy? CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FREE TRIAL VERSION OF PACK.
Here's what we'll cover in this guide:
• The most common questions about findings chapters
• How to plan your chapter and identify valuable content for it whilst you’re doing your fieldwork
• The importance of revisiting aims, objectives and the literature review
• Why analysing early is essential – don’t leave it until you’ve collected all your data!
• Developing provisional headings for your findings chapter
• What you should (and shouldn’t) write about in your findings chapter
• The three core elements of findings – description, analysis and synthesis (with examples)
• Presenting qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods data – some common mistakes and how to avoid them
• Revisiting and updating your methods chapter after you’ve collected and analysed your data
Looking for the 10-Part Bundle? This pack can also be purchased in a bundle as a 10-part series - learn more about that by clicking here!
// Looking for guidance on an undergraduate bachelor’s dissertation? //
Not pursuing a Master's or PhD? If you're working on a bachelor's degree dissertation, explore my undergrad-specific study guides. Click here to check them out.
// Important Details //
Please be aware that these study guides and planners are digital products; no physical items will be dispatched. You'll receive downloadable PDFs upon purchase.
While these guides are invaluable supplements, they are not a substitute for the guidance of your thesis advisor or supervisor. Ensure you seek advice from them throughout your project.
My products don't guarantee specific results, PhD success demands dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment.
By purchasing this product, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
// Get in Touch //
If you have queries or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me using this contact form. I'm eager to hear about your PhD journey and assist in any way I can.
Wishing you every success in your studies!
Best Regards,
Dr. Elizabeth Yardley