Theses and dissertations are a key source for finding the latest scholarship, additional material such as data sets, and detailed research. They can also help you find out what has been written on a topic, uncover other sources through citations, and get inspiration for your own research project. Theses and dissertations are typically held in print and/or electronically by the institution where they were written. Many newer theses can be accessed online. Check with the library or academic department where it was written if you cannot find a thesis or dissertation online.
The University Libraries offers a range of supports for students planning to write their own original thesis or dissertation. Various services and tools from the Libraries are available to assist with theses and other forms of scholarly communications and publishing.