In Week 19 of Advanced 3D Computer Animation, Professor Nigel Mairs shared the important guidelines required for the final thesis proposal submission. This involved checking whether all sections of my proposal were complete, academically structured, and aligned with the requirements of the research project.
I reviewed the complete proposal, including the research title, introduction, keywords, research methods, chapter outline, draft chapter, references, and bibliography. I carefully checked whether my research question remained clear throughout every section and whether the arguments consistently supported my investigation into platform control and player rights over digital avatars.
Step 1: Reviewing the Academic Writing
A significant part of this week involved reviewing the clarity of my academic writing. I ensured that the proposal presented a focused argument supported by reliable scholarly sources, legal studies, and official platform documents. I also checked whether my methodology accurately explained why qualitative doctrinal analysis was the most appropriate approach for studying platform contracts and intellectual property frameworks.
I further examined the overall organisation of the proposal, ensuring that the literature review, methodology, and chapter plans followed a logical progression. The central argument regarding the difference between theoretical copyright ownership and practical contractual control needed to remain visible throughout the entire document.
I also completed a final review of Harvard referencing, formatting consistency, and the accuracy of my citations, bibliography, and supporting materials. This helped me identify smaller corrections before the final submission.
By the end of the week, my thesis proposal was fully structured and prepared for submission, with a stronger understanding of how academic organisation, evidence, and research methodology contribute towards a successful thesis project.