Writing a dissertation requires efforts and time to be invested into its completion.
 
Of course, tutors provide help and set requirements. However, most of the times these requirements are not enough to create a good project:

• Size: 10,000 – 15,000 words
• Structure: some chapters are optional, etc.

This is why it is very important to have dissertation guidelines at hand. Such dissertation guidelines will help you organize your work, sort out everything, keep track of the steps to be taken, etc.
So, let us present you dissertation guidelines that will help you start working on your dissertation project.
 
Dissertation guidelines: point # 1
 
It is better for a student to choose a topic in accordance with personal preferences, interests, and background knowledge. Consider the material discussed in class and think of something you are really good at.
 
Dissertation guidelines: point # 2
 
Find a dissertation advisor. This person will help you set a timetable, approve/disprove the chosen methods of research, direct you throughout the research and writing processes, answer your questions, make necessary changes, etc. As you can see, he/she is a very important person.
 
Dissertation guidelines: point # 3
 
Find out all requirements. What format/style, etc. should you use? How many sources should you use?
 
Dissertation guidelines: point # 4
 
Make an outline for your dissertation. Make a list of all chapters your paper should include.
 
Dissertation guidelines: point # 5
 
Think where you can find information. Online sources are good. However, do not forget about old good libraries. Some information you can get in libraries is unavailable online. Find time to visit libraries, analyze the projects of other students, etc.
 
These dissertation guidelines are a good start for writing your project. You can also make use of a dissertation guide presented on this blog.
 
Do you want to get a grant for your work? Read more about dissertation fellowships here.