Qualitative Research Findings | 7 tips for writing up your dissertation results chapter

[@jillwilkenson8762]

So relieved to have stumbled upon your video as I'm attempting to write up the findings of my Thematic Analysis...the realization of what an 'iterative process' is😮

[@DegreeDoctor]

I’m so glad you found it too! Hope it’s been useful! 🤓

[@suzy260]

Thank you, very helpful video. Tip 7 : Present the data well. Do you happen to have another video or other resources to discuss the organization of the chapter? I just watched the video on "should you refer back to the literature" which was really helpful.

[@DegreeDoctor]

I'm so pleased you found the video helpful, welcome to my channel! I don't have any videos specifically about this yet (although I've added this to our videos-to-make list!) but Part 8 of my PhD Survival Guide series is all about the findings chapter. Here is the link, let me know if you have any questions: www.thedegreedoctor.com/phd-survival-guides/p/n1xoq5hlhsas3bojo7wffi4w5p4yx3-7rxtp-4emxf-9kg8g-d3pj3-cm3hw-jsyy7-tedek-mnrbx-3gmgl

[@Malindaz2024]

Oh dear, thank you so much for the succinct yet powerful tips. I'm in the middle of this messy Findings Chapter and needed to hear all of this. Also imagine if you were my friend, my life would be perfect - just casually tapping into your wisdom :-) Thank You!

[@DegreeDoctor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@guillsevilla]

Thank you for this explanation!

[@DegreeDoctor]

You're very welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@lieker3602]

I am so glad I came across your channel as I am dealing with my thesis at the moment. Super helpful videos, thank you so much for all the clear explanations! 😊

[@DegreeDoctor]

You're most welcome, I'm so glad you found my channel too!

[@lottiecaldwell8627]

Thank you. Super helpful. I'm finding this chapter anxiety-provoking!

[@DegreeDoctor]

I'm so glad you found the video helpful! It's completely normal to feel anxious about the findings chapter-it's such an important part of your work. Remember to take it one step at a time, focus on clearly presenting your results, and try not to be too hard on yourself. You’ve got this, and your hard work will pay off. Keep going!

[@rialeneswart]

Dear Dr, very helpful! I am indeed also struggling as the others on this page. I think you need to start a support group! :)

[@DegreeDoctor]

Thank you! We are setting up a membership for the Degree Doctor community in 2025, watch this space! In the meantime, are you on our email list? Each Wednesday we send out advice and tips on navigating the messy and the magical of PhD life. Here is a link where you can sign up and get a couple of free planners too: www.thedegreedoctor.com/free-dissertation-pdfs

[@RajihArraki]

Thank you very much for your explanations. Really helpful :)

[@DegreeDoctor]

Thank you! I am so pleased you found them useful 😊

[@afb230]

Helpful, thanks - I'm just reaching the findings stage and this is useful - I particularly like the advice on ethics and the challenge of including but not including statements, as many of my quotes are likely to be in that category.

[@DegreeDoctor]

Glad it was helpful! Yes, it can certainly be tricky to navigate ethics and transparency in qualitative findings chapters. All the best with your research, do feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@nickyjactress]

Thank you so much for the 6 tips which is very helpful and very useful

[@DegreeDoctor]

My pleasure 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@MariaBws]

Hi, i want to ask, if i summarized my findings into a table - with main theme, subthemes and theirs specific extracts, how do i interpret it further? Is it good if i just explain the themes and subthemes, whitout pointing to specific qoute/extract?

[@DegreeDoctor]

If you've summarised your findings into a table with themes and subthemes, it's like showing your examiner the map of your journey. Explaining the themes and subthemes without specific quotes is like giving them the highlights reel-concise and to the point. But sprinkling in some specific quotes is like adding vivid snapshots along the way-it helps paint a clearer picture and brings your findings to life. Ultimately, make sure your interpretation showcases the depth of your analysis and demonstrates your thorough understanding of the data.

[@RabiaSammy]

Thanks! Could you do video on how to do an undergraduate dissertation? I’m not sure where to even start and it’s the first time writing a big piece of work 🥲

[@DegreeDoctor]

Thanks for your comment - I have a few videos that will help you get started, I'd recommend this one to begin with - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6jJq6abiryKrassi=nM-2Hp_fyiSiE4x2