SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY Guidelines No. Valid for From Date Page To I/0589/ExO/IV/2013 – Rev2 Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Examination Steering Committee 23 September 2013 1 of 29 Bachelor’s and Master’s Students, Lecturers, Advisors Thesis Guidelines FOREWORD These Guidelines are established in referral to the Study and Examination Regulations Chapter 10, Thesis and replace thesis guidelines Nr. 0040/Thesis/I/2004. These Guidelines are intended to help the bachelor’s and Master’s students prepare their theses. Further information about regulations, submission dates, degree requirements, etc., can be found in the academic calendar of SGU. All participants should feel free to consult their lecturer/advisor, at any stage in the preparation of their thesis for further information. All students who are writing a thesis should pay special attention to the following fundamental points:      The thesis advisor strongly influences a student’s academic and professional development. Through the choice of an advisor, a participant also chooses a method of scientific research, a work milieu, and sometimes moral and financial support. The value and success of a thesis depend in great part on the quality of the relationship that develops between the advisor and participant. The Thesis topic should be decided upon as early as possible. The student should be particularly careful not to choose subjects that are too ambitious or too broadly defined. The style and format of a thesis are important. It should be clear, concise and systematic. Students should aim for a style that is interesting as well as informative. The thesis should demonstrate a deep knowledge of literature on the subject. The presentation of scientific data (tables, figures, chart, etc) must conform to the requirements of the specific discipline. All theses must meet the standards and requirements as defined by SGU in order to be accepted. Questions regarding the format of the thesis not adequately answered in these Guidelines may be directed to the Examination Steering Committee who will be pleased to give assistance. Examination Steering Committee File: C:\Users\Mini\Documents\ASC\ExO Doc\Thesis Doc\Thesis Guidelines v23Sept2013.doc Campus German Centre Bumi Serpong Damai 15321 Island of Java - Indonesia Tel. Fax. +62 21 537 6221 +62 21 537 6201 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 2 of 29 Table of Contents 1. 2. 3. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................6 1.1 Definition of a Thesis ....................................................................................................................... 6 1.2 Purpose of the Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 6 1.3 Phases of Thesis ............................................................................................................................. 6 1.4 General Guidelines for Procedure and Format ............................................................................... 6 1.5 Steps in the Development and Submission of a Thesis .................................................................. 6 RESEARCH PROPOSAL.........................................................................................................................6 2.1 Functions and Benefits .................................................................................................................... 6 2.2 Format of the Research Proposal ................................................................................................... 6 THESIS FORMAT.....................................................................................................................................6 3.1 Paper ............................................................................................................................................... 6 3.2 Appearance ..................................................................................................................................... 7 3.3 Fonts ................................................................................................................................................ 7 3.4 Printers ............................................................................................................................................ 7 3.5 Non-typed Material .......................................................................................................................... 7 3.6 Spacing ............................................................................................................................................ 7 3.7 Margins ............................................................................................................................................ 7 3.8 Page numbers ................................................................................................................................. 8 3.9 Pagination ........................................................................................................................................ 8 3.10 Reproduction Services .................................................................................................................... 8 4. PARTS OF A THESIS...............................................................................................................................8 4.1 Preliminary Pages .......................................................................................................................... 9 4.1.1 Title Page ...................................................................................................................................... 9 4.1.2 Statement by the Author................................................................................................................ 9 4.1.3 Abstract ......................................................................................................................................... 9 4.1.4 Copyright Page .............................................................................................................................. 9 4.1.5 Dedication Page ............................................................................................................................ 9 4.1.6 Acknowledgments ......................................................................................................................... 9 4.1.7 Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................ 10 4.1.8 List of Tables, Figures, Symbols, Acronyms, and Plates ............................................................ 10 4.2 Text Pages ................................................................................................................................... 10 4.2.1 Body of Thesis ............................................................................................................................. 10 4.2.2 Special Illustrative Material: Photographs, Maps and Illustrations .............................................. 10 4.3 The Reference Section ................................................................................................................ 11 4.3.1 List of References ....................................................................................................................... 11 4.3.2 Appendices .................................................................................................................................. 11 4.3.3 Curriculum Vitae .......................................................................................................................... 11 5. Appendix 1: Sample of Thesis Proposal..............................................................................................12 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 3 of 29 1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 13 1.1. Backgrounds ..................................................................................................................... 13 1.2. Research Problems .......................................................................................................13 1.3. Research Objectives ......................................................................................................... 13 1.4. Significance of Study......................................................................................................... 13 1.5. Research Questions.................................................................................................13 1.6. Hypothesis 13 2. LITERATURE REVIEW ....................................................................................................... 14 3. RESEARCH METHODS ...................................................................................................... 14 3.1. Suggested Outline for Evaluation Research ................................................................ 14 1. Scope of Study ..................................................................................................................... 14 2. Time Frame of Study............................................................................................................ 14 3. Research Process/Research Framework ............................................................................ 14 4. Population and Sampling Method ........................................................................................ 14 5. Data Sources and Collection ............................................................................................... 14 3.2. Suggested Outline for Experimental Research ........................................................... 15 1. Venue and Time..................................................................................................................15 2. Materials and Equipments ..................................................................................................15 3. Preliminary Research .........................................................................................................15 4. Design of Experiment .........................................................................................................15 5. Experimental Procedures ...................................................................................................15 6. Observations ......................................................................................................................15 7. Analytical Procedures ........................................................................................................15 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 4 of 29 3.3. Suggested Outline for Hardware and Software Design .............................................. 15 1. Design Justification .............................................................................................................. 15 2. Components of Design......................................................................................................... 15 3. Performance Test................................................................................................................. 15 3.4. Suggested Outline for Simulation and Modelling ........................................................ 15 1. Theoretical Approach ........................................................................................................... 15 2. Experimental Considerations ............................................................................................... 15 3. Model Validity ....................................................................................................................... 15 4. Sensitivity Test ..................................................................................................................... 15 3.5. Suggested Outline for Unique Research (such as Information Technology) ........... 16 4. REFERENCES..................................................................................................................... 16 6. I. Appendix 2: Outline of Thesis...................................................................................... 17 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................ 17 II. LITERATURE REVIEW...................................................................................................... 17 III. RESEARCH METHODS .................................................................................................... 17 IV. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ........................................................................................... 17 V. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................... 17 REFERENCES .......................................................................................................................17 APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................17 7. Appendix 3: Template of Cover and Title Page for Thesis ....................................... 18 8. Appendix 4: List of Names of Faculties and Study Programs .................................. 19 9. Appendix 5: Template Statement by the Author – Before Thesis Defense ............. 20 10. Appendix 6: Template Statement by the Author – After Thesis Defense ................ 21 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 5 of 29 11. Appendix 7: Sample of Abstract of the Thesis........................................................... 22 12. Appendix 5: Sample of Copyright Page ...................................................................... 23 13. Appendix 6: Sample of Dedication Page .................................................................... 24 14. Appendix 7: Sample of Acknowledgments Page ....................................................... 25 15. Appendix 8: Sample Page of a Table of Contents ..................................................... 26 TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................... 26 16. Appendix 9: Sample Page of List of Figures .............................................................. 27 LIST OF FIGURES................................................................................................................... 27 17. Appendix 10: Sample Page of List of Tables.............................................................. 28 LIST OF TABLES ..................................................................................................................... 28 18. Appendix 11: Sample Page of Curriculum Vitae ........................................................ 29 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 6 of 29 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Definition of a Thesis The thesis is a scholarly statement of the results of a period of research and related preparation, undertaken to partially fulfill the requirements for an advanced degree. It is made available for public use in the University Library, and other media for archival preservation. The submission of a thesis is required for completion of a study leading to the award of a Bachelor and Master degree. 1.2 Purpose of the Guidelines The intention of these guidelines is to assist Students in the preparation and writing of the thesis. 1.3 Phases of Thesis The Thesis phases consist of the academic research and development of a defined subject, the writing of the thesis, and the defense of the Thesis. 1.4 General Guidelines for Procedure and Format The student’s work is carried out under the direction and supervision of his/her advisor and co-advisor if applicable. Before beginning to work on a thesis, Students must present a proposal for approval. Students are urged to consult with their advisor early in the preparation of the thesis regarding both the subject and the general methodology. As to format, the regulations included here supersede any style manual instructions. Format includes thesis arrangement, organization of specific preliminary pages, spacing, typeface, margins, page number order, page number placements, and the requirement for permission to reproduce copyrighted material. 1.5 2. Steps in the Development and Submission of a Thesis For a general idea on how to proceed from the development of a thesis topic to its oral defense, the Students should consult with the Department with refer to the current Academic Calendar. RESEARCH PROPOSAL 2.1 Functions and Benefits Both the preliminary and the formal proposal that the students are required to prepare have several functions and benefits. One of them is that a clear and lucid description of a problem and a proposed method of solving it is a learning process and helps the Students avoid oversights and possible mistakes. The proposals also help the advisor(s) to provide appropriate assistance to the Students in their task. 2.2 Format of the Research Proposal The proposal should explain the problem to be investigated and convince the advisor(s) that the problem merits investigation. It should show that the students have read the relevant and recent literature on the subject and it should contain a list of resources consulted during the preliminary stages of research. Example of Research Proposal appears in Appendix 1. The format of the proposal should include:  Background information related to the research topic  Purpose of the research  Methodology, and  Statistics and analysis to be used 3. 3.1 THESIS FORMAT Paper The quality of paper for submission of the final copy of the thesis is white (if possible chlorine free), bond, 80 grams. Please note that no other quality or color of paper will be accepted. Standard size of A–4 and the same kind of paper must be used throughout the entire thesis. This includes the preliminary pages, appendices, and vita. Always use a sample page to check margins. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 7 of 29 3.2 Appearance The thesis must be neat in appearance and without any errors. It is the responsibility of the Students to proofread their thesis to make sure it does not have any typographical or content errors before submission to the University. No handwritten corrections, or insertions or interlineations are permitted. The use of any correction fluid is not acceptable. Copies that have dark shading, lines or any other marks caused by the copying process as well as off-centered and unevenly copied pages are unacceptable. Type only on one side of each page. 3.3 Fonts All typing must be done on a word processor with typeface of 12 point type size. Acceptable typefaces are: Arial or Times New Roman. All other typefaces are not acceptable. Do not use bold face or Italics for the core thesis text, except for headings. Underlining is not acceptable; Italics may be used – in lieu of underlining – for scientific names of biological organisms, when typing latin or non English words. 3.4 Printers The thesis must be printed on a laser printer, or on a printer which produces the same letter-quality. The print must be letter-quality with consistently clear, dark, and black characters. Do not use dotmatrix printer. 3.5 Non-typed Material Non-typed matter, such as line drawings, handwritten symbols, formulae, and diacritical marks, should be in black ink for clear reproduction. Hand-written insertions are acceptable only when a computer program cannot make the symbols or when the hand-written symbols are superior in quality. 3.6 Spacing The text of the thesis must be 1.5 spaced throughout, but long tables and long quotations may be single-spaced. Text within a chapter should be continuous. No short pages are acceptable unless it is the last page of the chapter or if there is a table or figure in it. There are special spacing requirements for some of the preliminary pages (see sample pages for the thesis in Appendices). The layout for these pages must be followed carefully as departures from the standard format are not acceptable. 3.7 Margins Text, illustrations (figures) or tables must not appear outside the specific margins. Page numbers are the only item which may appear outside the margin requirements. Left: 1.5 inches (3.8 cm); this margin is wider because of binding requirements Top: 1 inch (2.5 cm) Right: 1 inch (2.5 cm) Bottom: 1 inch (2.5 cm) With the exception of page numbers, all other thesis material must fit within these margin requirements. This includes tables, figures, graphs, and appendices. When oversized pages are used, the same margin measurements are maintained. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 8 of 29 3.8 Page numbers The title page is page 1 of the thesis. All pages which follow are numbered in a single sequence with Arabic numerals. Page numbers must be placed at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) below the top of the sheet, and 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the right edge. The numbers must be at least ¼ inch (0.63 cm) above the first line of text. 3.9 Pagination Every sheet of paper in the thesis must be numbered except for one: the title page. This includes references, appendices, and vita. The title page is counted but not numbered. Arabic numerals are used for all thesis pages. The font for the page numbers should be consistent with the text font (e.q. If the text is in Arial font, then the page numbers should also be in Arial Font) 3.10 Reproduction Services The ultimate responsibility for thesis correctness of thesis, including bound copies and other reproduction format, lies with the student. The thesis should be proofread carefully before submission. The student is solely responsible for compliance with these rules and regulations. 4. PARTS OF A THESIS The thesis consists of three main parts:  the preliminary pages  the text pages and  the reference section The student, in consultation with his/her Advisors, determines the internal arrangement within the text and reference sections. The student is advised to consult with his/her Thesis Advisor regarding an acceptable style before preparing the final copy of the thesis. Manuals of style are superseded by the regulations for thesis preparation in this manual if there is a conflict in the instructions regarding format. Order of Thesis The Preliminary Pages Title page Statement by the Author & Approval Page Abstract Copyright page Dedication (optional) Acknowledgments Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables (counted but not numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) Text Pages Body of Thesis (counted and numbered) The Reference Section Glossary and or List of Symbols References Appendices Curriculum Vitae (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) (counted and numbered) Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 4.1 9 of 29 Preliminary Pages The information on the preliminary pages and the format for these pages are standardized and the student must follow the samples and instructions presented in this manual (see samples). The student will need to read both this general instruction section and the appropriate sample page section. The approval page is always numbered “2”. There must be consistency between approval page and all preliminary pages with respect to the student’s name, major field, advisor/co-advisor, title of thesis and year the degree is awarded. 4.1.1 Title Page The title for the thesis appears in full capital letters at the top of the page and should include meaningful keywords descriptive of the subject and content to facilitate its location on a subject index, since titles are the basis for computer searches from which subject lists are prepared by Microfilm reference services. Formulae, symbols, superscripts, subscripts, Greek letters, acronyms, and abbreviated forms in general are to be spelled out (e.g KMnO4 is written as Potassium permanganate; TESL is written as Teaching English as a Second Language). The student’s name must be the name under which he or she is registered at SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY The date at the bottom of the title page is the month and the year in which the thesis is submitted. This also applies to the revision of thesis that must be submitted after thesis defense. See sample of the Title Page in Appendix. 4.1.2 Statement by the Author This page is required. This page also consists of the approval by the Thesis Advisor, Coadvisor (if applicable) and the Dean. See Appendix. 4.1.3 Abstract Abstract is a summary of your research result, consists of (1) background, (2) problem statement, (3) methodology, (4) Results/Findings, and (5) Conclusion and Recommendation. The Abstract is included as a page of your thesis. It is a numbered page in the thesis, appearing just before the main body of the text. The heading ABSTRACT is centered at the beginning of the page. Keywords should be added at the end of the abstract containing maximum five key scientific terms related to the content of the thesis. See Appendix 4. 4.1.4 Copyright Page Copyrighted page is inserted immediately after the committee approval page. The following information must appear centered (vertically and horizontally) on the copyright page: © Copyright 2013 by (student’s name) All rights reserved To be consistent, use the name as it appears on the title page, committee approval page, and abstract. This page is counted and numbered. The format for the copyright page is the same for the bachelor’s thesis. See appendix 5. 4.1.5 Dedication Page This page is optional, but if included, must always be numbered. The dedication should be brief and no heading is necessary. See Appendix. 4.1.6 Acknowledgments This page is to thank those who have helped in the process of obtaining the graduate degree. Acknowledgments page must always be counted and numbered. See Appendix. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 10 of 29 4.1.7 Table of Contents The table of contents should have a heading ‘TABLE OF CONTENTS’ in capital letters, centered below the top margin. The titles of the chapters or sections, and at least the primary and secondary subdivisions should be listed. They must be worded exactly as they appear in the body of the thesis. This includes the list of references, appendices and vita. Tables and Figures are listed separately. Page numbers must be given for each item listed. See Appendix 8. 4.1.8 List of Tables, Figures, Symbols, Acronyms, and Plates The lists of tables, figures, symbols, acronyms, and plates should have a heading of LIST OF TABLES (FIGURES, etc) in capital letters, centered below the top margin. In the lists of tables and figures, the subheadings Table (Figure) and Page should be typed double-space below the main heading. Table and figure titles should be single-spaced with double spacing between entries. Page numbers must be given for each table and figure listed. Tables (figures) must be numbered consecutively throughout the text or alternatively numbered using a system which is a reflection of their location, for example, Tables 3.1, 3.2, etc. The titles should be listed wordfor-word as they appear in the text. Include a list of tables or list of figures if there are five or more tables or figures in the thesis. The list of tables and list of figures should not be combined into one list. See Appendix. 4.2 Text Pages 4.2.1 Body of Thesis The thesis must be divided in some manner of logical organization. Customary major divisions are chapters which consist of: Introduction, Literature Review, Research Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendation. Each chapter must be numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals. Each new chapter must begin on a new page. The chapter number and title must be in all capital letters. 4.2.2 Special Illustrative Material: Photographs, Maps and Illustrations 4.2.2.1 Photographs Photographs should be professional-quality black and white. Color photographs if necessary could be included in the appendix. Photographs should be mounted on sheets of paper of the same quality as the ones used for the text in a way that fits within the required margins. Mounting of photographs should be done using the “dry mounting” method with tissue pressed properly to exclude all air bubbles. Do not mount any material using rubber cement, glue, tape, staples or photo mounting corners. Photo page-number placement follows standard requirements. Photo captions may be placed on the subject and shot as part of the original negative. Captions may be typed on the facing page to the photo, typed below the photo paper on the thesis page (and within page-number margins), No captions or page numbers may be typed directly on the printed photo used in the thesis or on the photo paper. The copies of the thesis submitted to the University, for library archives, must have original photographs unless the student is able to use a high quality, high contrast copying machine to reproduce photographic material for submission in lieu of photographs. 4.2.3.2 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Reproduced Published Material Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 11 of 29 Photocopy reproduction of previously published material must be legible and conform to margin and page numbering requirements (see section 3.7 and 3.8). When published material is included in the thesis, it is essential that the student follow instructions for permission to reproduce copyrighted material. 4.3 The Reference Section 4.3.1 List of References The list of references should go after the end of the main text. On occasion, especially in the sciences, references are needed at the end of each chapter. This format is acceptable. The student should consult with the Advisor to discuss the manner in which references are cited. 4.3.2 Appendices Appendix material should be supporting documentation. Information central to your research should be placed in the main text. All appendices follow the list of references. All appendices must meet the margin requirements and have a page number. Material may be reduced to fit margin requirements. Every page must be clear and legible. 4.3.3 Curriculum Vitae The vita provides a brief biographical background of the student. It is not intended to be a comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae. The heading CURRICULUM VITAE (centered, in capital letters, and not underlined) should be typed below the top margin. All vita entries should be listed in strict chronological order, with no subcategories or subheadings. The vita includes the date (optional) and place of birth, dates of degrees and names of colleges or universities (exclude the degree for which this Bachelor’s Thesis is written), academic or professional employment, publications and presentations. If the student wishes, it may also include military services, honors, awards and distinctions. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 5. 12 of 29 Appendix 1: Sample of Thesis Proposal PROPOSAL OF THESIS [TITLE OF THESIS PROPOSAL] By [Name of Student] [Student ID Number] I propose to the Advisors and to the Committee Members a study of the afore mentioned topic to be carried out in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the BACHELOR’S DEGREE / MASTER’S DEGREE in [NAME OF STUDY PROGRAM] [NAME OF FACULTY] SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia [Month and Year of Thesis Submission] Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 13 of 29 OUTLINE OF RESEARCH PROPOSAL 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1.Background (Why the research title is selected) Background describes reasons to justify the adoption of the research title. Quantitative data to support statements is strongly recommended. It concludes with a statement focusing on the justification of the research to be carried out. 1.2. Research Problems (What problems to be addressed) Research problems are identified and formulated from the scope of the research. They are selected as the ones the research is going to address. Here is only example of research problems from a research entitled “ Breast Cancer Among Black Women”. 1. The higher incidence of breast cancer among black Women. 2. The increased risk of diagnosis with advance-stage breast cancer among black women. 3. The higher mortality rate among black women who are diagnosed with breast cancer. 1.3. Research Objectives (What targets should be achieved) Research objectives consist of general objective and specific objectives. Based on the research problems the research tries to solve, the objectives are formulated. For example, in relation to the topic discussed, research objectives are as follows. 1.To observe the participation patterns of black women in relation to breast cancer screening. 2.To determine the extent to which black women receive follow-up treatment if breast cancer is detected, and to ascertain the nature of the intervention. 1.4. Significance of Study (What benefits will be gained. The novel part of the research outcomes.) Example from the related research topic. The study is significant for three reasons. 1. Since black females have a higher rate of death from breast cancer than white women, the issue of screening and mammography offered at health clinics and hospitals is crucial. 2. The study will address the issue of barriers and obstacles to adequate health care delivery with this population. 3.The study is significant because of its implications for health education, early detection, and screening for breast cancer. 1.5. Research Questions Example from the related research topic. Question #1: What is the level of knowledge among Black women regarding breast cancer? Question #2: What is the level of knowledge among Black women regarding breast cancer screening? Question #3: What is the frequency of visits that Black women make to physicians for breast cancer screening or routine physical examinations? Question #4: To what extent do the Black women in the study have a history of breast cancer in their families? 1.6. Hypothesis Example from the related research topic. Hypothesis # 1: Subjects with a higher educational level will demonstrate higher rates of breast cancer screening than those with lower levels of education. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 14 of 29 Hypothesis #2: Subjects from higher income levels will demonstrate higher rates of breast cancer screening than those from lower income level. Hypothesis #3: Subjects with a family history of breast cancer will demonstrate higher rates of breast cancer screening. 2. LITERATURE REVIEW Review of scientific publications describing previous studies related to the research topic, and research objectives. Thus, general theory and knowledge, should be limited to the minimum. Review is expected to be carried out on scientific articles in journals, proceedings, and thesis. Citation of review is strictly from scientific publication, non scientific or popular publications such as media, newspapers, and popular magazines are strictly to be avoided in a scientific writing. Lecture notes, laboratory manual, and training manual are neither allowed. 3. RESEARCH METHODS (How research will be carried out) There are various kinds of research. This guideline outlines five of them, i.e., evaluation research, experimental research, hardware and software design, simulation and modelling, and unique research such as in the information technology. Other type of research will be rather inclusive, and should be discussed with the advisors. The common mistakes that should be strictly avoided are as follows. 1.Using a title of chapter or sub-chapter that have been used previously such as repetition of introduction, and research objectives. 2.The use of “major” research as sub-chapter after “preliminary research”. There is no such “major” research since all part of the research is essential. After “preliminary research” name the following part of your research to reflect the content. 3.Putting outline of thesis in sub-chapter of Research Method. Outline of thesis has been stated in the Table of Content. 4.Putting question mark in the chapter title. This is scientific publication, all sentences are statement sentences except in Research Question. 3.1. Suggested Outline for Evaluation Research 1. Scope of Study Describe the scope of the research in this sub-chapter. 2. Time Frame of Study Time frame of study indicates the time boundary for taking data which will be used in the analysis. 3. Research Process/Research Framework Research framework or research process illustrates the flow of research step by step within the boundary of research scope. Flow chart is common to help in explaining the framework or process. 4. Population and Sampling Method The target population for the study is identified, and the method of sampling for respondents, and data collection is outlined. 5. Data Sources and Collection All methods to collect both primary and secondary data from various sources are described in detail, such as survey, in-depth interview, and Focus Group Discussion. The development of questionnaire is also explained. 6. Method of Analysis All analytical methods and tests should be described one by one in relation to the research process or research framework, such as descriptive, statistical, value chain, cluster approach, gap, SWOT, and I/E matrix analysis, and validity test. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 15 of 29 3.2. Suggested Outline for Experimental Research 1. Venue and Time 2. Materials and Equipments Describe in details the homogeneity and the sources of the main material treated in the study. This is essential since initial diversity of treated material will produce varieties in the results that interfere with the influences of treatments on any observed variable. Example of the description is as follows : “Mangosteen fruits was harvested at the maturity index of 4 meaning around 108 days after anthesis from the farmer orchard at Kiarapedes, Purwakarta district, West Java, Indonesia. The size of mangosteen was 5-6 fruits/kg. The fruits were carried in a plastic crate using land vehicle to the laboratory, and were exposed to the surrounding air until the treatments were applied on the second day after harvest”. Avoid putting small appliances like knife, cutting board, beaker glass, and petri dish. Concentrate on key equipments stating the name, brand and serial number. The picture of analytical instruments do need to be posted in the thesis body. On the other hand, specific assembled experimental instrument for the research should be included in this sub-chapter. 3. Preliminary Research 4. Design of Experiments Outline the treatment factors and the level of treatment per each factor. Treatments are variables that purposively varied in a research to check for their influence to a specific target. Provide description, and function of all treatments. Indicate the statistical analysis that is going to be used to process the data resulted from the experiment. State the number of replications to be carried out during the study. 5. Experimental Procedure Illustrate the step by step process taken to conduct the experiment including the applied treatments. Flow chart will help to understand the procedure. 6. Observations Determine the physico-chemical parameters that are going to be measured to observe the influence of the applied treatments. Observed parameters are different from the measured ones. For example, fruit color is a measured parameter, but the changes of fruit color is an observed parameter. 7. Analytical Procedure Described the analytical procedure to measure the observed parameters using international standard. 3.3. Suggested Outline for Hardware and Software Design 1. Design Justification The overview of design to be developed is described along with necessary justification for each of element. 2. Components of Design Components of design may consist of functional design and structural design, or mechanical, electrical, and program design. Each should be described in details including the drawing. 3. Performance Test In concise description, write the performance test of the designed prototype or system. 3.4. Suggested Outline for Simulation and Modelling 1. Theoretical Approach Provide basic theory for the simulation model followed up by the formulated model that is going to be developed in the study. 2. Experimental Considerations In a concise description, outline the time and venue, the materials and equipments, the treatments, and the experimental procedure to carry out the experiment. 3. Model Validity Describe the model validity test against the results of the experimental data. 4. Sensitivity Test Test the sensitivity of the model varying some variables that may have influences on the model performances. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 16 of 29 3.5. Suggested Outline for Unique Research (such as Information Technology) 1. Research Framework Research framework illustrates the flow of research step by step within the boundary of research scope. Flow chart is common to help in explaining the framework or process. 2. System Overview System overview consists of system definition, planning, and implementation. Each should be described proportionally to the framework outlined in the previous chapter. 3. Data Collection and Analysis Method to collect data should be explained here like data preparation, survey, and measurement. The analysis of collected data is described such as algorithm or other ways of analysis. 4. Application and Performance Test This sub-chapter covers the application of the defined system, the performance measurement, and other characteristics such as the indicated error, and precision. 4. REFERENCES Refer to the guidelines for references. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 6. I. 17 of 29 Appendix 2: Outline of Thesis INTRODUCTION Refer to Outline of Research Proposal. All sub-chapters are the same. The only different from the content of the research proposal is the part of Introduction of the thesis should be written in past tense, since everything now already in the past. II. LITERATURE REVIEW Similar guidelines are applied using the same chapter in Research Proposal. However, more in-depth review is expected from additional scientific articles. III. RESEARCH METHODS This chapter is expected to be the same with the similar chapter in Research Proposal. However, modifications might be accommodated if some of the methods had been changed during the course of the research. Research is open possibility, problems are always welcomed because it may produce a novel invention. Thus, research proposal should be referred only as initial guidance that could be changed in due needs of the research progress. In writing Research Methods as part of the thesis, past tense should be applied since it was already done some times ago. IV. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The systematic of this chapter may be developed accordingly to the Research Methods. It is worth to note that each result should be discussed thoroughly, and compared to the previous study already published and cited in the literature review. Keep in mind the objectives that already stated in the beginning of the research proposal. The regression of the function between variables is usually calculated when the ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) indicates a significant difference among the treatments and the interaction of treatment. However, the minimum number of treatment levels must be four. Less than that, the variable should be illustrated in a histogram. V. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Conclusions should make responses to each of specific objectives, item per item, stated in the beginning of the thesis. Recommendations are the specific outcome of the research that could be implemented for the community at large, and the possible improvement that could be made on any aspect of the research, or could be followed up in the future. REFERENCES Refer to the guidelines for references. APPENDICES All necessary documents that support the body of thesis such as computer program, raw data, detail of engineering drawing, and statistical information constitute the appendices. Still justification should be taken carefully in selecting the material for the appendices so that the volume is not cumbersome. It will be rather awkward if the volume of appendices is larger than the body of the thesis. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 7. 18 of 29 Appendix 3: Template of Cover and Title Page for Thesis [TITLE OF THESIS] By [Name of Student] [Student ID Number] BACHELOR’S DEGREE / MASTER’S DEGREE in [NAME OF STUDY PROGRAM] [NAME OF FACULTY] SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia [Month and Year of Thesis Submission] Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 8. 19 of 29 Appendix 4: List of Names of Faculties and Study Programs Bachelor’s Degree: FACULTY OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND HUMANITIES Study Program: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNTING BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (HOTEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT) COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Study Program: MECHATRONICS INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES Study Program: FOOD TECHNOLOGY ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Specialization in BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Specialization in PHARMACEUTICAL ENGINEERING Master’s Degree: FACULTY OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND HUMANITIES Study Program: MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Study Program: MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 9. 20 of 29 Appendix 5:..... Template Statement by the Author – Before Thesis Defense STATEMENT BY THE AUTHOR I hereby declare that this submission is my own work and to the best of my knowledge, it contains no material previously published or written by another person, nor material which to a substantial extent has been accepted for the award of any other degree or diploma at any educational institution, except where due acknowledgement is made in the thesis. [Name of Student] _______________________________________________ Student _______________ Date Approved by: [Name and Title of Advisor] _________________________________________________ Thesis Advisor ________________ Date (OPTIONAL) [Name and Title of Co-Advisor] _________________________________________________ Thesis Co-Advisor ________________ Date _________________________________________________ Dean ________________ Date Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 21 of 29 10. Appendix 6:........ Template Statement by the Author – After Thesis Defense STATEMENT BY THE AUTHOR I hereby declare that this submission is my own work and to the best of my knowledge, it contains no material previously published or written by another person, nor material which to a substantial extent has been accepted for the award of any other degree or diploma at any educational institution, except where due acknowledgement is made in the thesis. _______________________________________________ Student Name _______________ Date Revision after Thesis Defense on [month date, year] Approved by: _________________________________________________ Thesis Advisor ________________ Date _________________________________________________ Dean ________________ Date Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 22 of 29 11. Appendix 7:................................................... Sample of Abstract of the Thesis ABSTRACT EXAMPLE OF BACHELOR THESIS TITLE WITH LENGTH OF TWO LINES By James Students Prof. Thesis Advisorus, Advisor George Coadvisoris, S.Si, M.Si, Co-Advisor SWISS GERMAN UNIVERISTY Begin typing the abstract here, 1.5 spaced. The abstract must include the following components: purpose of the research, methodology, findings, and conclusion. The body of the abstract is limited to maximum 200 words. The abstract may consist of one or more pages. The first page is formatted the same as a first chapter page; subsequent pages are formatted the same as general text pages. Begin typing the abstract here, 1.5 spaced. The abstract must include the following components: purpose of the research, methodology, findings, and conclusion. The body of the abstract is limited to maximum 200 words. The abstract may consist of one or more pages. The first page is formatted the same as a first chapter page; subsequent pages are formatted the same as general text pages. Begin typing the abstract here, 1.5 spaced. The abstract must include the following components: purpose of the research, methodology, findings, and conclusion. The body of the abstract is limited to maximum 200 words. The abstract may consist of one or more pages. The abstract must include the following components: purpose of the research, methodology, findings, and conclusion. This is to give the example of abstract with the length of exactly 200 words. Keywords: Keyword1, Keyword2, Keyword3, Keyword4, Keyword5 (use scientific terms). Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 23 of 29 12. Appendix 5:.............................................................. Sample of Copyright Page © Copyright 2013 by James Student All rights reserved Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 24 of 29 13. Appendix 6:.............................................................Sample of Dedication Page DEDICATION Dedication is normally short and direct. Example: I dedicate this works for the future of the country I loved: Indonesia Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 25 of 29 14. Appendix 7:............................................... Sample of Acknowledgments Page ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This is the part where you express your gratitude to all parties involved in the success of your thesis work. However, keep it simple and short. Example: I wish to thank the members of my committee for their support, patience and good humor. Their gentle but firm direction has been most appreciated. Prof. Thesis Advisorus was particularly helpful in guiding me toward a qualitative methodology. George Coadvisoris’s interest in sense of competence was the impetus for my proposal. Finally, I would like to thank Dr. Stephen Fain. From the beginning, he had confidence in my abilities to not only complete a degree but to complete it with excellence. I have found my coursework throughout the Curriculum and Instruction program to be stimulating and thoughtful, providing me with the tools with which to explore both past and present ideas and issues. Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 26 of 29 15. Appendix 8:..............................................Sample Page of a Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Page STATEMENT BY THE AUTHOR...............................................................................................2 ABSTRACT…...........................................................................................................................22 DEDICATION............................................................................................................................24 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS........................................................................................................ 25 TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................... 26 LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................. 27 LIST OF TABLES .................................................................................................................... 28 CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................29 1.1 Background..........................................................................................................32 1.2 Objectives.............................................................................................................40 1.3 Hypothesis............................................................................................................45 2.1 Theoretical Perspectives......................................................................................50 2.2 Previous Studies..................................................................................................55 CHAPTER 3 – RESEARCH METHODS.................................................................................60 3.1 Materials and Equipment ...................................................................................... 65 3.2 Analytical Method ................................................................................................. 68 CHAPTER 4 – RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS ..................................................................... 70 4.1 Initial Evaluation ................................................................................................... 75 4.2 Data Analysis ........................................................................................................ 80 CHAPTER 5 – CONCLUSION AND RECCOMENDATIONS ................................................. 85 5.1 Conclusion ............................................................................................................ 90 5.2 Recommendations .............................................................................................. 100 GLOSSARY .....................................................................................................................105 REFERENCES .....................................................................................................................110 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 27 of 29 16. Appendix 9:...................................................... Sample Page of List of Figures LIST OF FIGURES Figures Page 1. Example of figure placement in your body of thesis and its label ..................... 20 2. Another example of figure placement in your body of thesis and its label ....... 35 3. Another example of figure placement in your body of thesis and its label ....... 40 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 28 of 29 17. Appendix 10:...................................................... Sample Page of List of Tables LIST OF TABLES Table Page 1. Example of table placement in your body of thesis and its label ........................ 43 2. Another example of table placement in your body of thesis and its label ...........47 3. Another example of table placement in your body of thesis and its label........... 50 4. Another example of table placement in your body of thesis and its label.......... .60 Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id Thesis Guidelines 29 of 29 18. Appendix 11:................................................ Sample Page of Curriculum Vitae CURRICULUM VITAE Name: (first name, middle name, last name) Place of Birth: (city, Region) Date of Birth: (dd, mm, yyyy) Address: Cikarang Permai Indah Blok B No. 1 Tangerang 15321 Education: 1997 - Present, 1994 – 1997 1991 – 1994 1985 – 1991 Courses: English Course at International Language Program, Jakarta German Course at Goethe Institute, Jakarta French Course at The Centre Cultural Francaise, Jakarta English Course at the ELS Language Centre, Atlanta, Georgia, USA CAL Computer Training CTC Computer Training Centre Seminars & Workshops: 2002, “Go Wireless” Seminar, 2002 2002, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Seminar 2001, Successful Presentation and Moderation, by MC3 Consult (Management Communication Creativity Coaching), Tangerang Work Experience Aug 2001 – Nov 2001, Internship Program, Serang Industrial Training Institute, Serang, Banten Swiss German University EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339 Indonesia Swiss German University, Information Technology SMU Pangudi Luhur, Jakarta SMP 1 Cikini, Jakarta SD Tarakanita, Jakarta Tel. +62 21 3045 0045 Fax. +62 21 3045 0001 [email protected] www.sgu.ac.id