Thirty-Second International Conference on Learning

Abstract

The study investigated the common challenges faced by the Computer Science students in writing their thesis, specifically on the following indicators: a) conceptualizing the research problem ; b) using proper academic language ; c) selecting appropriate research methodologies ; d) technical know-how ; e) availability of data ; and f) interpreting data. The study employed a mixed-method approach in gathering data. The major findings of the study were the following : 1) most students find it difficult to conceptualize their problem statement, which results in the delay of crafting the other parts of their manuscript ; 2) the respondents are also not that adept in their technical know-how of the pre-requisite subjects they had in their specialization; and 3) the respondents also find it difficult to gather the necessary data both from students and faculty members.