how to write final year project thesis

Getting Started with your FYP (Final Year Project)

What is a FYP?
Research Topic
Research Question
Key Section: Literature Review
Key Section: Methodology
Recommended Reading
Some Final Tips

Reference List

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This guide was created by Nora Hegarty, LIT Library