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University of Ghana thesis format

The page layout, front matter and chapter structure commonly required for theses, dissertations and project work at the University of Ghana (UG).

These are common guidelines, not an official UG document. Requirements differ between schools and departments and change over time, so always confirm with your department's handbook or your supervisor. ThesisCraft GH is independent and not affiliated with UG.

Page layout at a glance

Paper
A4
Font
Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line spacing
Double
Margins
Left 38 mm (1.5 in), top 25 mm, right 25 mm, bottom 25 mm
Page numbers
Bottom centre. Roman numerals for preliminaries; Arabic from Chapter 1.
Headings
Chapter titles in capitals, centred, 14pt bold
Referencing
APA 7th. Hanging indent, alphabetical by first author.
Binding
Hardbound, black with gold lettering on spine

Front matter, in order

  1. Title page
  2. Declaration
  3. Abstract
  4. Dedication
  5. Acknowledgements
  6. Table of contents
  7. Lists of tables & figures
  8. Abbreviations

Chapter structure

The usual five-chapter layout. Sections marked optional depend on your study and department.

Chapter 1: Introduction

  1. 1.1Background to the Study
  2. 1.2Statement of the Problem
  3. 1.3Purpose of the Studyoptional
  4. 1.4Research Objectives
  5. 1.5Research Questions
  6. 1.6Research Hypothesesoptional
  7. 1.7Significance of the Study
  8. 1.8Delimitations
  9. 1.9Limitations
  10. 1.10Definition of Termsoptional
  11. 1.11Organisation of the Study

Chapter 2: Literature Review

  1. 2.1Introduction
  2. 2.2Theoretical Review
  3. 2.3Conceptual Review
  4. 2.4Empirical Review
  5. 2.5Conceptual Framework
  6. 2.6Gaps in the Literatureoptional
  7. 2.7Chapter Summary

Chapter 3: Methodology

  1. 3.1Introduction
  2. 3.2Research Philosophyoptional
  3. 3.3Research Design
  4. 3.4Study Area
  5. 3.5Population
  6. 3.6Sample & Sampling Procedure
  7. 3.7Data Collection Instruments
  8. 3.8Validity & Reliability
  9. 3.9Data Collection Procedure
  10. 3.10Data Processing & Analysis
  11. 3.11Ethical Considerations
  12. 3.12Chapter Summaryoptional

Chapter 4: Results & Analysis

  1. 4.1Introduction
  2. 4.2Demographic Characteristics
  3. 4.3Presentation of Results
  4. 4.4Discussion of Findings
  5. 4.5Chapter Summary

Chapter 5: Conclusions & Recommendations

  1. 5.1Summary of the Study
  2. 5.2Summary of Key Findings
  3. 5.3Conclusions
  4. 5.4Recommendations
  5. 5.5Contribution to Knowledgeoptional
  6. 5.6Suggestions for Further Research

Common questions

What font does UG use for theses?

Times New Roman at 12 pt for the body text is the common requirement.

What are the margins for a UG thesis?

Left 38 mm (1.5 in), top 25 mm, right 25 mm, bottom 25 mm. The wider left margin leaves room for binding.

Which referencing style does UG use?

APA 7th, with hanging indent, alphabetical by first author. Some departments use another style, so check your handbook.

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