Qualifying

GUIDELINES FOR PREPARING THE MASTER’S PROJECT FOR QUALIFICATION

The University Library (BU/UFSC) provides files for standardizing academic works at the following link:

Dissertation Template

Pós-ECM recommends that the qualification work follow the structure below:

COVER PAGE
SUMMARY
ABSTRACT
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

Provide a brief history of the project, presenting the topic and how it has developed so far. Clearly describe the problem surrounding the topic, briefly explain the reasons for choosing it, and highlight its contributions to the project’s development.

1.1 OBJECTIVES
1.1.1. General Objective

Clearly describe the objective of the work (1 paragraph).

1.1.2. Specific Objectives

Describe the specific objectives needed to achieve the general objective of the work.

2. LITERATURE REVIEW

Present the state of the art on the topic under study, using scientific databases, books, patent databases, and other research sources, ensuring proper referencing of all cited information.

3. METHODOLOGY

Describe the materials, methods, and processes used in the development of the work.

4. PRELIMINARY RESULTS (OPTIONAL)

This section may present preliminary results of the work in progress; it is optional.

5. DETAILED SCHEDULE

Provide a detailed description of the steps required to complete the work, including the timeline for each stage.

6. REFERENCES

All references must be cited in the text and follow ABNT standards.

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