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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. MARKING SCHEME (For all coursework Masters’ programs candidate)

The examination assessment for the
coursework component shall be based on Grade Grade Point Meaning
the following marking scheme:- Marks
80-100 A 4.0 Distinction
75-79 A- 3.7
70-74 B+ 3.3 Pass
65-69 B 3.0
60-64 B- 2.7
55-59 C+ 2.3
50-54 C 2.0
45-49 C- 1.7 Fail
40-44 D+ 1.5
35-39 D 1.0
˂35 F 0.0

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (Compulsory for all full research program candidates)

(a) This course is conducted every semester (over 3 weekends from week 9 to week 11) for all postgraduate by
research candidates to give them a clear know how on methods of research, the research process and all that is
related to a research degree.
(b) Candidates are also required to present in a session his / her research proposal in order to pass this course.
(c) This course is prerequisite to a candidate’s chances of obtaining a research grant from the University and is one
of the main requirement for the completion of the research degree

3. CANDIDATURE DEFENCE (For full research program candidates)

(a) With effect from 1st September of the 2007 / 2008 session, all postgraduate by research candidates are required
to present their progress report in not less than 10000 words within 20-30 minutes excluding the question &
answer (Q&A) session during their Candidature Defence session. Candidates, after discussing with their
supervisor(s), are required to send to the General Office 4 copies of the said report one week prior to the session.
(b) The report should include the following; clear research question and / or objectives, literature review, research
methodology, research findings, bibliography, working plans of research and list of publication (if any).
(c) Candidates under the Bright Sparks program will have to present their Candidature Defence session in the 2nd
semester of their studies.