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Master Thesis Template

Primary LanguageTeX

Master Thesis Template Instructions

  • This template is based on the Thesis Template from TUM Economics of Innovation, authored by Hanna Hottenrott.
  • This version has been adapted by Qiao to align with the TUM Asia master thesis requirements.

Project Structure

  • main.tex: Defines the overall structure of the thesis.

  • Settings.tex: Contains all preamble settings and new commands.

  • Chapter and Appendix folders: Store individual chapter and appendix files.

  • DefaultTemplate folder: Contains title page, statutory declaration, and logos.

  • Images folder: Stores all images used in the thesis.

  • SignedTopic.pdf: The thesis proposal topic signed by the supervisor.

  • References.bib: Contains all bibliographic references in BibTeX format.

How to Use This Template

  1. Download the ZIP file and upload it to Overleaf as a new project

  2. Thesis information

    • Avoid making changes to files in the DefaultTemplate folder unless absolutely necessary.
    • All thesis information adjustments, including those on the title page and Declaration, can be made in main.tex (lines 5 to 14).

  3. Signed Master Thesis Topic:

    • Upload the approved and signed Master Thesis topic file with the filename SignedTopic.pdf and overwrite the existing file.

  4. Write Main Body:

    • Write your thesis chapters separately in the Chapter folder.
    • Name each chapter file as 1.tex, 2.tex, and so on.
    • This naming convention ensures that chapters are automatically included in main.tex in the correct order.

  5. Comments and Instructions:

    • Pay attention to comments and instructions. They provide guidance on potential changes you can make to the code or offer important information.

  6. References:

    • Add your references to References.bib or upload a file named References.bib containing your BibTeX entries.

  7. Compilation

    • It is recommended to use Overleaf.com online editor to compile this document.
    • When using Overleaf:
      • No special steps are needed for initial compilation.
    • If compiling on your local machine:
      • Use following commands:
      • pdflatex Glossary.tex
    • Remember to compile your LaTeX document regularly to check for any errors or formatting issues as you work on your thesis.