Everything about thesis printing: rush options and format possibilities

The deadline for printing your thesis quickly approaches in the final phase of your PhD journey. The thesis represents years of dedication and hard work. In addition to the content, the presentation also deserves attention. In this blog, you will find everything you need to know about printing your thesis, including rush options and creative additions that can make your work stand out.

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Design of the interior and cover

Once your thesis is written, it’s time for design. This includes the interior layout and the book cover.

• Interior: images, margins, line spacing, fonts, and layout should be readable and professional. You can do this yourself in Word, Latex, or InDesign. Alternatively, you can outsource it to a graphic designer.
• Cover design: the cover is the exterior of your thesis. It’s the first thing people see and where you can make a good first impression. Ensure the images are relevant to the thesis topic with a direct connection to the content. Also, use high-quality images and colors. A professional appearance is crucial for establishing credibility and trust with the reader. If you are short on time, you can hire a graphic designer. Typically, it takes about three weeks to finalize a design.

Which paper and which format for printing your thesis?

The most common format for a thesis is 17 by 24 centimeters. PhD candidates have a choice of four types of paper for the interior:

• G-print: this paper is whiter, smoother and has more gloss than the other three types of paper. The advantage of this type of paper is that it makes the images and tables stand out sharper. The majority of PhD students choose this.
• Woodfree offset: this is the standard printing paper that you find in printers. It is wood-free, which means that it yellows less quickly under the influence of air.
• Biotop: made of wood, this paper has a more yellow tint. It is suitable for theses that are read intensively. Bright white paper can strain the eyes because it reflects more light, while the yellow Biotop paper is more comfortable to read.
• Recycled; this type of paper is made entirely from recycled paper. When using recycled paper there may be some variation between different batches, meaning consistency is not always 100% guaranteed. If you choose recycled paper, you are making a sustainable choice.

Fast and professional: rush layout and delivery options

If your deadline is suddenly approaching, we can investigate whether it is possible to start and complete the layout in a short time; We therefore consider it an urgent order. The costs are calculated based on speed and the hourly rate of the graphic designer.

Are you in a hurry with delivery? Then Ipskamp Printing has the right solution. We can deliver your thesis within four working days. However, there are a number of conditions:

• Cover is only possible in black and white or full color.
• The binding method is perfect binding.
• You will only receive an online proof.
• The request for your order and the delivery of files must be made before 9:00 am.
• You agree to the online proof the same day.
• Correction is not possible (if you make corrections, the delivery date will change).
• Contact us to receive additional costs and availability of this express service.

This is how you make your thesis more beautiful: embellishment options for your thesis

We can apply various special effects to the cover. The cover can be enhanced with Spot UV varnish, embossing, laser cutting, an extra flap and foil printing.

• Spot UV varnish: with Spot UV varnish you can make images and texts shiny and eye-catching.
• Embossing: embossing, also called embossing, is a technique in which certain parts are raised or deepened.
• Laser cutting: with laser cutting you can cut letters or shapes into the cover. This ensures that you can see through certain parts of your cover. For example, think of a heart that is on the second page and that you can see because a piece has been cut out of the cover in the shape of a heart.
• Foil stamping: foil stamping allows you to add a glossy and metallic finish to certain parts of the cover. This can be done in, for example, gold, silver or another color. It gives the cover a luxurious and elegant look and immediately attracts the reader’s attention.
• Extra flap: an extra flap can serve as a built-in bookmark. Additional information, such as the subject or a slogan, can be added to the flap.