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Dissertation
The dissertation must demonstrate the student’s ability to formulate a research problem, to assemble and analyze relevant data, to draw appropriate conclusions, and to express findings clearly and concisely. It should be of publishable quality as judged by the advisory committee. In practice the dissertation varies considerably in length and style, and students are advised to review the collection of departmental dissertations to obtain guidance. All students must present one copy of their dissertation to the department for binding and placement in the reading room. Students should refer to the Graduate Division guidelines for further information on format and deadlines for dissertation submission. Students can obtain a current copy of the UHM Graduate Division Style and Policy Manual for Theses and Dissertations at the following website http://www.hawaii.edu/graduate/download/list.htm.
Further details regarding the dissertation and final examination are contained in the Graduate Bulletin.
