Q: How to write the conclusion of a thesis or dissertation?

Like the introduction, the conclusion of a thesis should also make an impact on the reader. this is because the conclusion is the last part of your study that they will see and chances are that a good ending will make a mark on them.

Basically, a good conclusion should restate the thesis statement and highlight the key points of your work, explaining to the reader why your work is important and how it contributes to the field.  Here is a format that you could follow while writing the conclusion of your thesis:

1. Restate your thesis statement. Rephrase it so that slightly different from the thesis statement presented in the introduction and does not sound repetitive. 

2. Reiterate the key points of your work. To do this, go back to your thesis and extract the topic sentences of each main paragraph/argument. Rephrase these sentences and use them in your conclusion.

3. Explain the relevance and significance of your work. These should include the larger implications of your work and showcase the impact it will have on society.

4. End with a take-home message, such as a call to action or future direction.

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