Thesis Printing & Binding

Each university has its own specification for dissertation printing and thesis submissions, including margin sizes, cover format, and binding type. Doxzoo can print and bind to meet these requirements, helping you submit your documents with confidence. Choose from high-quality paper stocks and professional covers for a result that’s polished and submission-ready.

Our thesis binding services include a variety of styles such as high-quality paperback (soft cover) or hardback (hard cover) books and wire binding. Coil binding (sometimes called spiral binding) is an alternative option for draft thesis documents.

Whether you prefer a lay-flat format or a more traditional bookbinding finish, Doxzoo has a type of binding to suit your thesis.

Paperback & hardback thesis binding

Paperback book (soft cover thesis) and hardback book (hard cover thesis) are the most popular thesis binding styles.

The front cover, back cover and spine are fully customisable and inside covers are plain white by default.

Paperback soft covers

350 gsm card

Hardback hard covers

2000 micron greyboard

Wire binding

Working on your thesis draft? Wire binding is a popular choice, as pages can lay flat, making it easier to write on and edit.

Wire binding covers

Acetate (clear or opaque)
350 gsm card

Hardback wire binding covers

2000 micron greyboard

You can select from a wide range of thesis printing options, including paper size, weight, colour or black & white, single or double-sided, cover lamination, and additional extras like acetate covers or tab dividers. You can fully customise the look and feel of your thesis to meet your preferences or your university’s requirements.

We offer fast turnaround options to meet tight deadlines, so you can receive your printed thesis in as little as 1 day. Choose same day, next day or 2-day production, with courier delivery for guaranteed and trackable delivery.

To avoid last-minute stress before the deadline and ensure your thesis is printed and bound ready for submission, be prepared and order as early as possible.

Paperback & hardback books

Order anytime - choose 2 day production

Other products (e.g. wire, comb or velo binding)

Order before 1pm Mon-Fri - choose same day production
Order after 1pm Mon-Fri - choose next day production

Delivery

If you have a deadline to meet, choose courier delivery.

Courier delivery is trackable and guaranteed. Once your order has dispatched, you will receive email and text updates directly from DPD. On the day of delivery, you'll be advised of your 1 hr delivery slot. Live van tracking is also available.

We also strongly recommend ordering with at least a day or two to spare prior to your deadline, just in case!

Do not choose Royal Mail 1st Class delivery for urgent orders.

Yes, we can deliver to any address (excluding PO boxes), including international locations.

However please ensure the delivery address is 100% accurate. You must include the name of the recipient, the department and the full postal address.

If in doubt, check the full address with your uni directly before ordering.

We'd hate for you to miss your deadline due to an address error or delivery refusal by your university.

Thesis printing and binding costs depend on your chosen product, printing specifications, page count, order quantity, and turnaround time.

Use our instant quote tool for an accurate price – simply click the 'Get an Instant Quote' button at the top of this page to get a price now.

Top tips to reduce cost:

• Paperback is cheaper than hardback
• Choose black & white vs. colour
• Choose double-sided vs. single-sided
• Choose 5 day production time
  

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To make your printing budget go further, we offer free UK courier delivery for all orders over £30.

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Simply upload your file online and choose your preferred print and binding options. Your thesis will be professionally printed and bound into one volume. For a premium finish, consider turning your thesis into a hardback book with a custom spine and laminated cover.

Depending on your selection, we can produce your thesis in as little as 1 working day. Choose next working day delivery to meet submission deadlines with confidence. We recommend placing your order a few days in advance for peace of mind.

Yes! Many students choose to publish their thesis as a printed book for personal or academic use. With Doxzoo, you can turn your thesis into a professional, bookshop-quality product that’s perfect for your bookshelf, sharing with peers, or future publication.

Not all PhD theses are published, but you can print and bind a thesis for submission, archiving, or personal use. Some universities publish online repositories or make PhD research available via open access.

A typical Master’s thesis ranges from 50 to 100 pages, while a PhD thesis may be 150–300 pages or more. Use this to estimate your printing and binding cost, and remember that longer documents may benefit from hardback binding or wire binding for durability.

Before you print your thesis, it’s important to ensure your document is properly formatted for professional thesis printing and binding. Most universities require a title page at the start of your thesis. This typically includes:

• The full title of your thesis (and any subtitle)
• The degree award title
• Your university name
• The date of presentation
• Your full name

In terms of layout, most thesis documents are required to be printed on A4 paper in portrait format. A recommended minimum paper weight is 100gsm for a quality finish. A font size of 11 or 12 point is common, and either single or double-sided printing may be specified.

Universities often have strict submission guidelines, so it’s essential to check your institution’s requirements carefully. These may include rules around paper type, text spacing, margins, single vs double-sided printing, and binding format. Following the correct formatting ensures your work is compliant and gives your printed thesis a professional finish.

Doxzoo’s online platform makes binding a thesis simple and stress-free. Upload your file, select your professional printing and binding options, and let us handle the rest. It’s a cost-effective and hassle-free way to get your thesis professionally finished.

It depends on your content. Colour is ideal for graphs, images and charts, but black & white is more cost-effective for text-heavy theses. Doxzoo offers both options, so you can choose what works best for your thesis and budget.

For most universities, submitting your thesis in a hardback format is no longer a strict requirement, especially for undergraduate and taught postgraduate degrees. 

Many universities accept softcover or wire-bound submissions, while others require a hardback format. However, hardback thesis binding is still commonly expected for research degree submissions, such as PhD theses.

For example, doctoral students at the University of Cambridge must submit a hardbound copy of their thesis alongside an electronic file for assessment.

Always check your university’s guidelines or submission requirements carefully before ordering to ensure your thesis complies with the official specifications – there is no room for negotiation when it comes to final submission format! Fortunately, Doxzoo offers a range of thesis printing and binding options, ensuring you can meet any university requirement.

Yes! When you order online with Doxzoo, you’ll have the option to add gold or silver text on the front and back cover of your thesis. 

How to add foiling on the cover design tool.

Doxzoo can deliver printed thesis documents throughout the UK and internationally. Whether you're a student at a local university or studying overseas, we can ship directly to your home or academic department. We even deliver to international institutions, so you can send a printed copy of your thesis wherever it’s needed.