Abraham Benjamin de Villiers (born 17 February 1984) is a South African former international cricketer, and a current commentator.

All but dissertation" (ABD) is a term identifying a stage in the process of obtaining a research doctorate, most commonly used in the United States. In typical usage of the term, the ABD …

In the past, I believe I've seen "ABD" added as a postnominal in a signature. For example, "John Doe, ABD". But I don't believe I recall reading how to address such an individual. Related …

2015年8月24日 · First, ABD literally means that every requirement for the degree has been met except the dissertation (and dissertation defense). If the requirements are (coursework, …

2014年8月1日 · Eventually, I figured it out: ABD stands for “all but dissertation,” a description of a student who has finished coursework and passed comprehensive exams, but has yet to …

High-quality doctorate programs require candidates to finish their dissertation before being awarded their doctorate. If you have everything done but your dissertation, you have what’s …

2024年7月17日 · ABD stands for “all but dissertation” and refers to someone who has successfully completed all the coursework and exam requirements for a doctoral program, but …

2025年2月21日 · What Is ABD? If you’re wondering about all but dissertation (ABD) status, you’re likely already a doctoral student or you’re considering returning to school to earn your terminal …

What Does “All But Dissertation” Mean? As the name suggests, “all but dissertation” or ABD describes a PhD or doctoral-level candidate who’s completed all the necessary coursework …

2019年5月8日 · The term “ABD” stands for All But Dissertation. This means that you have finished everything in a PhD program except for the dissertation. Someone who is ABD has …