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Supplementary
§ List of Publications and Papers Presented
§ Appendix

The latest version of Guideline for the Preparation of Research Reports, Dissertations
and Theses can be downloaded from the IGS website. This document provides
guidelines for research report/ dissertation/thesis preparation and includes
details on page layout, language, order of chapters and binding requirements.
Candidate should also consult their supervisor(s) regarding faculty/department
requirements.

Preparing for the Viva-Voce

Doctoral candidate is required to attend a viva voce where he/she will be
required to defend his/her research. A viva voce can be daunting as candidate is
expected to answer all questions/issues raised by the Committee of Examiners.

The oral examination varies in duration and may last between one to two hours.
Candidate is required to do a short PowerPoint presentation of their research
during the viva voce. Candidate is strongly advised to consult their supervisor
and rehearse their presentation in front of an audience.

On the day of the viva voce, candidate must make sure that they present at the
venue at least 30 minutes before the event. During the viva voce, candidate is
advised to defend their work with confidence.

“Remember, you are the expert in your area of research and you
have worked on your research for years!”

Once the viva voce is over, candidate will be required to wait while the
committee deliberates. Candidate will be informed of the status of the viva voce,
however the official endorsement of the result will be done by the University
Senate.

Master’s candidate may not be required to attend a viva voce. However, in some
cases, candidate is called to defend their dissertation if required by the
Committee of Examiners.

Outcome of Thesis/Dissertation Examination

(1) Doctoral Degree

A Doctoral thesis examination can have one of the following results:

(a) A thesis qualifies to be awarded a distinction if—

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