The SimpleThesis Latex package:

Every grad student knows that in the end they're going to have to come to terms with writing a thesis, and for many that means dealing with Latex.  Some senior students have put together a package which provide a great starting point.  To use them you will need to download the following files:
 

SimpleThesis.tex
SimpleThesis.cls
SamplePicture.eps
SampleBib.bib
SampleAbbrevs.bib
SafeUMCrest97.eps
A huge variety of formats, and information on the use, of the University logo.
AdvancedThesis.pdf
AdvancedThesis.tex
Advancedintrochapter.tex
Advancedreviewchapter.tex
Advancedstudychapter.tex
Advancedfirstbibliography.bib
Advancedsecondbibliography.bib

Edit them using a text editor like emacs, and compile using the `latex' command (see the School Computer Manual or the 2520 Computing Reference Guide (Chapter One) for some latex basics).  Start by looking at the central file SimpleThesis.tex.  You will find that the files are largely self-explanatory.

Writing Up Resources: 

           So you've got the template, but what about all the rules and regulations related to formatting and submission?
           Here are some other useful links: 
             


               In Detail Series, helpful brochures from SGS which provide at a glance advice. 
               SGS forms, all your administrative needs here! 
               Writing Courses at SGS...an excellent way to get over writer's block. 
               Writing a Thesis brochure from UMPA...download the PDF file from here. 
               Funding, for thesis binding - for holders of MRS or APA scholarships. 
               David Hay write-up awards, special awards for science postgraduates. 
                

           There are many other useful resources at or near those, so look around and see what you can find! 

Created: 13th March 2000.
Last modified: 16th July, 2002
Authorised by: Les Allen.

Maintained by the Postgraduate Physics Students Society (PPSS).

Email: pgrad@physics.unimelb.edu.au