Further information

Examiners are asked to comment on the following when examining thesis.

PhD

  1. The thesis as a whole is a substantial and original contribution to knowledge of the subject with which it deals.
  2. The student shows familiarity with, and understanding of, the relevant literature.
  3. The thesis provides a sufficiently comprehensive study of the topic.
  4. The techniques adopted are appropriate to the subject matter and are properly applied.
  5. The results are suitably set out, and accompanied by adequate exposition.
  6. The quality of the English and general presentation are of a standard for publication.

Master's

  1. The thesis is a substantial work generally based on independent research which shows a sound knowledge of the subject of the research, evidence of the exercise of some independence of thought and the ability of expression in clear and concise language.
  2. Any other examinable component submitted in partial fulfilment for the award of master which you are examining demonstrates technical accomplishment and imaginative resource and/or advanced technical and interpretative accomplishment, as appropriate (if applicable),
  3. The student shows familiarity with, and understanding of, the relevant literature.
  4. The thesis provides a sufficiently comprehensive study of the topic. Any other examinable work shows sufficient master of technique and/or style (if applicable).
  5. The techniques adopted are appropriate to the subject matter and are properly applied.
  6. The results are suitably set out, and accompanied by adequate exposition.
  7. The quality of English and general presentation are of a standard for publication.