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2015/2016

Lapse in Candidature

Candidate whose candidature has lapsed due to failure on his/her part to renew
the candidature, may submit an appeal using the prescribed form to continue
with his/her studies. The approval to reactivate any candidature may be given
only if not more than two semesters have lapsed at any one time, subject to there
being a balance of the period of candidature. A candidate whose appeal is
approved will be imposed a fine of RM300 to reactivate his candidature.

Change of Title/Field of Research

Candidate may change his/her title of research at any time during his/her
candidature by submitting an application to the Faculty. However, the title of
research is finalized and approved by the Faculty meeting before the candidate
submits his/her thesis or dissertation for examination. A candidate may submit
an application in accordance with the prescribed procedures to change the field of
research. Any change of title or field of study is subject to the approval of the
Faculty concerned.

Change of Supervisor/Department

Candidate may submit an application, in accordance with the prescribed
procedures, to change his/her supervisor(s) or department. Any change of
supervisor(s) or department is subject to the approval of the Faculty concerned.

Extension of Period of Candidature

An appeal to extend the maximum period of candidature must be submitted in
the final semester before the end of the candidature period. Appeals need to be
made on the appropriate form obtainable from the IGS website.

Candidate who is following research programmes is required to get the support
of the supervisor(s) and candidate who is following coursework programmes is
required to get the support of the Deputy Dean of Higher Degree before
submitting the form for recommendation of the Dean of the faculty and the Dean
of the Institute of Graduate Studies (IGS).

Approval for a one semester extension can be given not more than twice. Upon
approval, candidate is required to register within one month from the approval
date. Any further appeal, after an extension of two semesters has been given, will
not be considered.

Advice on Issues Arising during Candidature

If candidate faces any issues regarding candidature, he/she should contact
his/her programme coordinator or supervisor(s). Candidate may also seek
advice from his/her Head of Department, the Deputy Dean of Higher Degree, or

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