The Purdue Global Academic Success Center supports doctoral and master's level learners with resources that cover a range of topics on graduate writing from academic research sources to literature reviews. Browse the collection below or use the search tool to locate topics on graduate level writing designed for doctoral and graduate students.
Discover ideas for graduate level research in the fields of nursing, health sciences, and education.
Academic Research SourcesFind guidance on selecting and evaluating research sources for doctoral-level work.
Writing Graduate and Doctoral AssignmentsLearn how graduate-level writing differs from undergraduate writing.
Understanding Institutional Research BoardsLearn more about institutional review boards and academic research.
Literature Reviews Learn how to write comprehensive literature reviews.
Synthesizing LiteratureDiscover how to go beyond summarizing and learn how to synthesize existing literature.
Writing an AbstractUnderstand how to write an abstract.
Writing an AppendixFind out what should be included in an appendix and learn how to format an appendix.
Teaching PhilosophyUnderstand how to write effective teaching philosophies.
Find helpful information about the process of creating culminating projects for your graduate degree as you wrap up your studies.
