THESIS TITLE GOES HERE
SUBTITLE GOES HERE
PROJECT LOCATION HERE (EX. INTRAMUROS, MANILA)
by
FULL FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME LAST NAME
An undergraduate research presented and submitted to the Faculty of the
National University, College of Architecture, in partial fulfillment of the
requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Architecture
College of Architecture
National University
Sampaloc, Manila
Month and Year of Presentation (Ex. June 2024)
FULL NAME OF THESIS ADVISER
Design Adviser
Dedication
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and relation which inspired them to complete the research paper—either personally
and/or professionally. The dedication page is optional for authors who would like to
offer their research to certain people, organization, or causes. This part is limited to a
maximum of five sentences.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 – Background of the Study xx
1.1 Rationale xx
1.2 Statement of the Problem xx
1.3 Goal of the Study xx
1.4 Research Objectives xx
1.5 Significance of the Study xx
1.6 Scopes and Limitations xx
1.7 Assumptions xx
1.8 Hypothesis xx
1.9 Glossary xx
1.10 Conceptual Framework xx
Chapter 2 – Review of Related Literature xx
2.1 Subtopic xx
2.2 Subtopic xx
2.3 Subtopic xx
2.4 Subtopic xx
2.5 Subtopic xx
2.6 Theoretical Framework xx
Chapter 3 – Research Methodology xx
3.1 Overview xx
3.2 Research Design xx
3.3 Statistical Formula xx
Chapter 4 – Data Gathering xx
4.1 (Headings are research-dependent) xx
4.2 (Headings are research-dependent) xx
Chapter 5 – Data Results, Analysis, and Synthesis xx
5.1 (Headings are research-dependent) xx
5.2 (Headings are research-dependent) xx
5.2 (Headings are research-dependent) xx
Chapter 6 – Conclusions and Recommendations xx
Appendix xx
Bibliography xx
List of Images
Title of Image xx
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List of Tables
Title of Table xx
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Title of Table xx
Acknowledgement
The Acknowledgment section is optional for students who want to recognize people
or institutions that were instrumental to the completion of the thesis. This is where
the author acknowledges the need to thank the aforementioned groups or individuals
for helping with the project. It is limited to half a page.
Abstract
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paragraph of not more than 250 words; the abstract should concisely explain the
content and structure of the paper and summarize its key or major findings. Do not
use section numbers within the abstract (same with the heading). Information and
conclusions not stated in the paper, references to other literature, exact phrase of
the title, and illustrative elements such as figures and tables should not be included
in an abstract.
CHAPTER 1: BACKGROUND OF THE
STUDY
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1.1 Rationale
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.2.1 Main Problem
The Main Problem gives the broad scope of the problem area. This also
states the primary issues that need to be addressed by the thesis.
1.3 Goal of the Study
The goal or study plan is the expected output or result.
1.4 Research Objectives
1.4.1 The Objectives enumerate the specific tasks that would aid in attaining
the goal of the research.
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope and Limitations
1.6.1 The Scope and Limitations give the parameters in which the study will
be operating.
1.6.2 These include the time and the spatial extents of the study. It may also
include the theoretical limits of the study.
1.7 Assumptions
1.7.1 It is a statement that is understood to be true without proof in the study.
1.8 Hypothesis
1.9 Glossary
1.9.1 Term 1
Definition (source, year)
1.10 Conceptual Framework
Summary of the Research
CHAPTER 2: REVIEW OF RELATED
LITERATURE
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- 5 Year Validity unless archival researches
- Per topic (with the synthesis at the end)
- 5-year validity in research, unless it is considered a “Pillar” source or well-
known.
- Case Studies
2.1 Title of paper, Author/s, Book or Journal source, Year of publication.
The Review of Related Literature (RRL) lists down the previous studies that have
preceded or are relevant to the topic of the study. It gives a brief description of the
related work and how the literature is connected to the study.
A synthesis of the literature cited may be included at the end in order to summarize
the thoughts presented in the section. There can flexibility in the format of the RRL.
Aside from the author-based listing and review, it can be based on the topics,
chronology, and others.
2.2 Title of paper, Author/s, Book or Journal source, Year of publication.
2.3 Title of paper, Author/s, Book or Journal source, Year of publication.
2.4 Theoretical Framework
CHAPTER 3: RESEARCH
METHODOLOGY
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3.1 Overview
The Methodology provides a detailed account of the data gathering techniques, the
materials used in the research, the time and date when the data were collected, and
other pertinent data. The methodology is always written in the past tense.
Examples of methodologies that may be used are: a) Site selection criteria; b)
Sampling method used (in case of surveys); c) Instruments and materials used; d)
Sources of other data; and e) Procedures.
3.2 Research Design
Summary of Research Methodology, this includes:
- Instrumentation
- Sampling
- Research Methods (Survey, Key Informant Interview, Site Visit, etc)
3.3 Statistical Formulas (optional)
This discusses the research design, the instruments used in the study (if there are
any), and the statistical formulas and methods used.
CHAPTER 4: DATA GATHERING
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CHAPTER 5: DATA RESULTS, ANALYSIS,
AND SYNTHESIS
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CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
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- THIS IS WHERE THE STUDENT WILL PRESENT THE PROPOSED BUILDING
TYPOLOGY
CONCLUSIONS MUST ADDRESS/ ANSWER THE RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
Learnings and Recommendations from Chapter 6 should be applied to the
Building