Getting published
Why publish?
Apart from the final thesis, you should also consider
publishing your work as you go along. There are various reasons for
this:
- publications assist in final preparation of your
thesis disseminating your knowledge and experience,
- it gives you an academic profile and raises the
profile of your institution,
- research publications generate income for the
University,
- publications enhance your CV and may help in gaining
employment, and
- you may even become rich and famous - but don't count
on it!
Aspects to consider
Target audience
The first step is to think about your target audience. This could
comprise not only those that have a direct interest in your research,
such as your supervisor, or funding bodies, but also those that are
directly affected by your research.
Modes of dissemination
The next step is to think about ways of disseminating. Possibilities
include producing a summary of the findings and creating a press
release, presenting your findings to conferences, or publishing your
findings in professional and academic journals.
Academic journals
Academic journals will require your paper to be refereed so it will
take more time, but will be more authoritative. Each journal has its
own submission procedures which are usually published in each issue.
Make sure you are aware of the different procedures for the journals in
your research area. Learn about journal quality and impact factors.
Research reporting
Each year an audit is made of all student and staff publications at
CDU. You should include your publications by following the CDU
Guidelines for Research Publication Collection, available onthe
Research Office, 'Publications Collection' page.
Getting published - tips from advisors
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