Citing a Dissertation in MHRA
The
MHRA (Modern Humanities Research Association) style is often used in the humanities, particularly in subjects like literature, history, philosophy, and the arts.
The style emphasizes clarity, simplicity, and consistency. It is widely recognized in academic publications and is the preferred citation format for dissertations, theses, and scholarly work in many institutions in the UK.
MHRA format |
Author's First Name Last Name, 'Title of Dissertation' (Year), PhD thesis, University Name. |
MHRA reference entry |
Turner, S. A., 'The Role of Metaphor in Modern Literature' (2017), PhD thesis, University of Oxford. |
MHRA in-text citation |
(Turner, 2017) |
Citing a Dissertation in AMA Style
AMA (American Medical Association) style is often used in medical and health-related fields. Here's the citation format for citing a dissertation in AMA:
AMA format |
Author Last Name First Initial. Title of Dissertation. [Type of dissertation]. University Name; Year. |
AMA reference entry |
Clark R. The effects of genetic predisposition on cardiovascular disease. [Doctoral dissertation]. Harvard University; 2020. |
AMA in-text citation |
(Clark, 2020) |