How to Format a Dissertation Using APA 7th Edition

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How to Format a Dissertation Using APA 7th Edition

The APA 7th Edition style is commonly used in the social sciences and provides a clear structure for formatting dissertations. Here’s a breakdown of how to format your dissertation according to APA guidelines:

  1. Title Page: This includes the title of your dissertation, your name, institutional affiliation, course number, and the submission date. Ensure that the title is clear and concise.

  2. Abstract: A 150-250 word summary of your dissertation, highlighting the research problem, methods, results, and conclusions.

  3. Headings: APA uses a system of five heading levels. Each section of your dissertation (Introduction, Methods, Results, etc.) should be formatted using appropriate heading styles.

  4. In-text Citations: Use the author-date citation format for in-text references. For example, (Smith, 2020).

  5. References: Your reference list should start on a new page and be alphabetized by the authors’ last names. Ensure that each reference is correctly formatted according to APA style.

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