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*Article is written with a specific title which normally refers to the research
done

Supplementary
▪ List of Publications and Papers Presented
▪ Appendices
▪ Co-authors Consent

1.3 Format of Published Papers
The University also permits the presentation of thesis for the programme of Doctoral Degree
by Research i.e. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the format of published and/or submitted
papers, where such papers have been published or accepted by high impact journals (e.g.
journals indexed by Web of Science), monographs, books, research-based chapters in books,
electronic publications, creative works, artefacts in the field before or during the period of
candidature (Table 1.3).

Papers submitted as a PhD thesis must be based on a particular theme or focus and form a
cohesive research write up. The quality of a thesis by published papers should be in accordance
with PhD-level research and must meet the criteria and outcomes established for a doctoral
award. The following aspects should be taken into consideration before opting for this format
of writing:

(a) Type of Publications
The thesis may comprise published papers and/or manuscripts accepted for publication
by high impact journals (e.g. journals indexed by Web of Science), monographs, books,
research-based chapters in books, electronic publications, creative works, artefacts in the
field which have not been used to obtain other awards or deemed a part of those awards.

(b) Number of Publications
For candidates under the programme of Doctoral Degree by Retrospective or Prior
Publication, the minimum number of publications or productions is at least five (5) and
these works must be those published retrospectively within a period not exceeding 10
years from the date of application. However, in some disciplines a larger number of papers
is required to meet the expectations of scope and quality in accordance with PhD-level
research.

(c) Authorship
Where the papers have more than one author, the candidate must be the first author or
creator of five (5) of the published works or productions submitted with the contributions
of others clearly defined.

(d) Co-authors Consent
Candidates must obtain the consent from other co-authors for all papers and/or
manuscripts and/or publications or production used as part of their PhD thesis. The
consent can be in the form of a verification from the journal publisher or letter or email
communication with the co-authors.

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