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I/0589/ExO/IV/2013 Rev2
Bachelors and Masters Degree

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Examination Steering Committee

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September 2013
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Bachelors and Masters Students, Lecturers, Advisors
To
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 bachelors and Masters 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 students 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.

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Table of Contents
1. 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
2. RESEARCH PROPOSAL......................................................................................................... ................6
2.1 Functions and Benefits .................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Format of the Research Proposal ......................................................................................... .......... 6
3. 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

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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 ............................................................................................... 1 4
3.2. Suggested Outline for Experimental Research ........................................................... 15
1. Venue and Time..................................................................................................................15
2. Materials and Equipments ................................................................................................. .15
3. Preliminary Research .........................................................................................................1 5
4. Design of Experiment ..................................................................................................... ....15
5. Experimental Procedures .................................................................................................. .15
6. Observations .................................................................................................... ..................15
7. Analytical Procedures .................................................................................................... ....15

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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. Appendix 2: Outline of Thesis...................................................................................... 17
I.

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
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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

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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 students 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
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.

2. 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. THESIS FORMAT
3.1
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 A4 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.

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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
dot-matrix 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.

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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 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 instructionsregarding format.

Order of Thesis
The Preliminary Pages
Title page
(counted but not numbered) Statement by the Author & Approval
Page (counted and numbered) Abstract
(counted and numbered) Copyright
page
(counted and numbered) Dedication (optional) (counted and numbered)
Acknowledgments (counted and numbered) Table of Contents
(counted and
numbered) List of Figures (counted and numbered) List of Tables (counted
and numbered)

Text Pages
Body of Thesis

(counted and numbered)

The Reference Section

Glossary and or List of Symbols (counted and numbered) References
(counted and numbered) Appendices
(counted and numbered) Curriculum
Vitae
(counted and numbered)

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4.1
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 students 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 students 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
(students 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
bachelors 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.

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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 Reproduced Published Material

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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 Bachelors Thesis is written), academic or professional employment, publications and
presentations. If the student wishes, it may also include military services, honors, awards and
distinctions.

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5. 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

BACHELORS DEGREE / MASTERS DEGREE in

[NAME OF STUDY PROGRAM]

[NAME OF FACULTY]

SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY

EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339
Indonesia

[Month and Year of Thesis Submission]

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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.
2.
3.

The higher incidence of breast cancer among black Women.

The increased risk of diagnosis with advance-stage breast cancer among black women.
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.
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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.

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3.2. Suggested Outline for Experimental Research

1.
2.

Venue and Time

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.
1.
Preliminary Research
2.
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.
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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.

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6. Appendix 2: Outline of Thesis

I. 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.

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7. Appendix 3: Template of Cover and Title Page for Thesis

[TITLE OF THESIS]

By
[Name of Student]
[Student ID Number]

BACHELORS DEGREE / MASTERS DEGREE in

[NAME OF STUDY PROGRAM]

[NAME OF FACULTY]

SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY

EduTown BSD City Tangerang 15339
Indonesia

[Month and Year of Thesis Submission]

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8. Appendix 4: List of Names of Faculties and Study Programs

Bachelors 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
Masters 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

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9. 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.

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[Name of Student]
_______________________________________________
Student
CURRICULUM VITAE
Name:
(first name, middle name, last name)
Approved by:
Place of Birth:
(city, Region)
Date of Birth:
(dd, mm, yyyy)
Address:
Cikarang Permai Indah Blok B No. 1

_______________
Date

Tangerang 15321

Education:

1997 - Present, Swiss German University, Information Technology 1994

1997 SMU Pangudi Luhur, Jakarta 1991 1994 SMP 1 Cikini, Jakarta
[Name and Title of Advisor] Thesis Advisor
Date 1991 SD Tarakanita, Jakarta
1985
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)
(OPTIONAL) [Name and Title of Co-Advisor] Thesis Co-Advisor Date
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

Dean

Date

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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

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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).

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12. Appendix 5: .............................................................. Sample of Copyright Page

Copyright 2013 by
James Student All
rights reserved

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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

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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 Coadvisoriss 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.

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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 ............................................................................................................ 9 0
5.2 Recommendations .............................................................................................. 100
GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................... .105
REFERENCES .....................................................................................................................110

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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

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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

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18. Appendix 11: ................................................ Sample Page of Curriculum Vitae

Campus German Centre

Tel.

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Fax.

Island of Java - Indonesia

+62 21 537
6221
+62 21 537
6201
info@sgu.ac.id
www.sgu.ac.id

[Name of Student]
_______________________________________________
Student
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
Education:

Courses:

Seminars & Workshops:

Work Experience

_______________
Date

Tangerang 15321

1997 - Present, Swiss German University, Information Technology 1994

1997 SMU Pangudi Luhur, Jakarta 1991 1994 SMP 1 Cikini, Jakarta
1985 1991 SD Tarakanita, Jakarta
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
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
Aug 2001 Nov 2001, Internship Program, Serang Industrial Training
Institute, Serang, Banten
Jasa pembuatan skripsi tesis dan disertasi serta olah data
statistic dapat mengunjungi blog berikut:
http://spss-data-analyst-experts.blogspot.com
http://thesis-data-analysis.blogspot.com/
http://pembuat-skripsi.blogspot.com/
http://thesis-dissertation-writer.blogspot.com/
http://proposal-tesis-disertasi.blogspot.com/

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