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(f) The thesis shall be prefaced by a synopsis which summarises the most
important findings presented in each published paper or submitted
manuscript. It should indicate how the included works are
thematically linked or tied to a particular research framework and
how, when considered together, they contribute significantly to
knowledge in the discipline. The synopsis should be included in the
―Introduction‖ chapter.
(g) The ―Introduction‖ chapter should contain:
description of research problem investigated;
objectives of the study; and
account of research progress linking the research papers.
The account of research progress must link together the various papers
submitted as part of the thesis so that the reader can understand the
logic behind the progression of the research programme.
(h) The ―Literature Review‖ chapter must contain, in accordance with
discipline norms, a critical review of relevant literature, identify the
knowledge gaps and the relationship of the literature to the
programme of research.
(i) The ―Conclusion‖ chapter establishes the cumulative effect of the
papers, the significance of the findings and the knowledge claim in the
thesis.
(j) Published or accepted papers must be presented coherently in the
thesis according to the requirement of the University of Malaya
(Degree of Doctor of Philosophy) Regulations 2007 including any
accompanying declarations. Published papers/ accepted manuscripts
must be included in the thesis in their original publication format and
should not be retyped. Thesis in the format of published papers must
be submitted according to the format outlined in this section of the
Guidelines.
The examination process for theses in the format of published papers is
similar to that for conventional theses by research.
Theses which have not achieved sufficient academic merit may be referred
for further work within a period of between 6 to 12 months and be
submitted for re-examination. In such cases, the candidate may choose to
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