How Do I Locate a Dissertation
Dissertations are available in paper format or electronically,
depending of date of completion. Several options for locating
a master's thesis or Ph.D dissertation are possible:
- For paper copies of UT doctoral dissertations and master's
theses from early years to the present, search the UT
Libraries catalog. Both dissertations and theses are listed
in the library catalog by AUTHOR and by TITLE.
They are also listed by the college or department in which the
degrees were completed. Subject indexing is very limited. For
help, consult the search
tips.
- Electronic copies of Ph.D dissertations completed at UT from
1997 to the present are available through UMI's Current
Research database. Access to full text of the dissertation
is limited to UT faculty, staff, and students; others may preview
selected pages and have the option to purchase full text.
- From 1999 on, electronic access to the full text of a growing
number of UT master's theses and Ph.D dissertations is available
to all users through the UT ETD
(Electronic Theses/Dissertations) website. Links to these
electronic theses and dissertations are also available in the
UT Libraries catalog.
- Dissertations from 1861 to the present completed at over 1000
institutions worldwide are listed in Dissertation
Abstracts. Access to this database is limited to UT faculty,
staff, and students. No full text, but abstracts from 1980 to
the present are available.
How Do I Obtain a Copy of a Dissertation
If you are a UT Faculty Member, Staff, or Student:
- You may borrow UT dissertations/theses like any other book.
The Libraries Catalog
will provide the call number and location.
- If you need a non-UT dissertation/thesis, Interlibrary Services
can often borrow a copy for your use. Submit your request using the
ILS online form.
- If you prefer to purchase a copy of a dissertation, contact
Interlibrary Services
for pricing information.
If You Are NOT Affiliated with UT Knoxville as
a Faculty Member, Staff, or Student
- You can borrow a dissertation or thesis from the University
of Tennessee through your local library. Contact your local
library to determine the procedure.
- If you prefer to own a copy of a doctoral dissertation, you can purchase
it from Dissertation
Express. If you are affiliated with a large university,
contact your library about possible academic discounts.
- If you want a copy of a UT master's thesis, contact our Interlibrary
Services Dept. at (865) 974-4240 or send e-mail to ilsmail@aztec.lib.utk.edu
for procedures and costs.
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