14 Jun 2026
Understanding the Difference Between a Project and a Dissertation
Many students confuse undergraduate projects with postgraduate dissertations. This article explains the key differences in scope, methodology, and expectation.
An undergraduate project is typically 60–100 pages, focused on applying existing knowledge to a specific local problem. A postgraduate dissertation (MSc or PhD) is expected to contribute new knowledge, involves more rigorous methodology, and requires original data collection. ScholarVault carries both types across all departments — use our search and filter by level to find exactly what you need.