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Appeal to Extend the Maximum Period of Candidature

50. (1) A candidate whose maximum period of candidature is nearing its end but who still needs
time to complete his dissertation may submit an appeal for an extension of his maximum
period of candidature. The said appeal must be made during the last semester before his
candidature lapses and must be made using the prescribed form which can be obtained
from the Institute of Graduate Studies or any centre as may be determined by the University
or Faculty.

(2) An extension of the maximum period of candidature may be granted for only one semester
at any one time. Notwithstanding the provisions of this subregulation, the extension of the
maximum period that can be approved for any candidate shall not be more than two
semesters.

(3) An application to extend the maximum period of a candidature by more than two semesters
shall be submitted to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor concerned for approval.

PART XI
READMISSION TO DEGREE PROGRAMME OF STUDY

Readmission to Degree Programme of Study

51. (1) A candidate who has withdrawn from a degree programme of study may apply to be
considered for admission to the degree programme of study or any other degree programme
of study in the University.

(2) A candidate whose candidature has lapsed by reason of his failure to renew his candidature
or the expiry of his maximum period of candidature may apply for readmission to the degree
programme of study subject to the conditions that the field of study is different and he is
supervised by a different supervisor.

(3) A candidate who has been terminated from his studies because of failure in his
examinations or for reasons other than failure in examinations shall not be readmitted into
the degree programme of study or any other higher degree programme of study of
the University.

PART XII
GENERAL

Power of the Senate

52. The Senate has the power to make, repeal or amend any regulations governing any degree
programme of study as provided under these Regulations. Any new, repealed or amended regulations
shall be announced to the candidate before the commencement of his academic session.

Compliance with the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, University Statutes, Rules and
Regulations.

53. Every candidate shall be subject to all the provisions under the Universities and University Colleges
Act 1975, the Constitution of the University of Malaya, other Statutes, Rules and Regulations
applicable in the University including the University of Malaya (Discipline of Students) Rules 1999.

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