How do I design a conceptual framework? A quick and simple explanation for social sciences!

Writing a dissertation is a crucial aspect of a postgraduate degree program in sociology, criminology, or criminal justice. However, one of the most challenging and mystifying aspects of writing a dissertation can be understanding and creating a conceptual framework. In this video, I aim to demystify the concept of conceptual frameworks and make them more accessible for postgraduate social science students. I will be discussing what a conceptual framework is, what it looks like, and where it fits into the overall structure of your dissertation project. A conceptual framework is essentially a set of concepts or ideas that provide a theoretical foundation for your research. It can be used to explain the relationships between different variables or to guide the development of research questions and hypotheses. In the first part of the video, I will be discussing what a conceptual framework is and why it is important for a dissertation project. This will include an overview of the key components of a conceptual framework, such as concepts, variables, and relationships. Next, I will be discussing what a conceptual framework looks like and how to create one. This will include practical tips for developing a framework, such as identifying relevant literature, defining key concepts, and mapping out relationships between variables. Finally, I will be discussing where a conceptual framework fits into the overall structure of a dissertation project. This will include tips for integrating the framework into the introduction and literature review sections of your dissertation. By the end of this video, postgraduate social science students in sociology, criminology, or criminal justice programs will have a clear understanding of what a conceptual framework is, what it looks like, and where it fits into their dissertation project. This will enable them to develop a strong theoretical foundation for their research and produce a high-quality dissertation that meets academic standards. Chapters 0:00 - 1:04 Introduction 1:05 - 1:27 What is a conceptual framework? 1:28 - 4:22 What does a conceptual framework look like? 4:23 - 6:11 Where does a conceptual framework go in your dissertation? 6:12 - 6:34 Summary // Other Helpful Videos // Making sense of theory - https://youtu.be/4SkEFSHjQeU My "tree analogy" for theory - https://youtu.be/s9W_HvmQaOs Structure and agency explained - https://youtu.be/4NOLCSIpaJ0 Be more critical in your literature review - https://youtu.be/sV4h-penCBc // See my videos BEFORE anyone else does! // For early access to my videos and whole load of other cool things, become a Degree Doctor channel member! https://www.youtube.com/@DegreeDoctor/join // Tidy up a messy literature review with my FREE guide! // Grab my free PDF guide for tidying up a messy literature review AND get on my email list at the same time! The PhD journey can be a tough one, and my weekly emails are written with that in mind! They’re full of advice and easy-to-implement tips, as well as, “It’s okay, the way you’re feeling is completely valid” type stuff. Here's the link to sign up for your free guide and the email list: https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/how-to-structure-your-phd-literature-review // I sell stuff! Take a look at what you can buy! // Want to see some of the resources and courses you can buy to help you on your PhD journey? Here are my bestsellers! Need some quick wins? Try my Cheat Sheet Library https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/cheat-sheet-library Want me to walk you through each of your PhD chapters, step-by-step? Check out my PhD Survival Guides https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/phd-survival-guides Got 60 minutes? Want to get confident with paradigms? Check out my course, Paradigms for Beginners https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/paradigms-for-beginners Just want some cool new PDF planners? Take a look in my Planner Shop https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/dissertation-planner-shop