Further information
Examiners are asked to comment on the following when examining thesis.
PhD
- The thesis as a whole is a substantial and original contribution to knowledge of the subject with which it deals.
- The student shows familiarity with, and understanding of, the relevant literature.
- The thesis provides a sufficiently comprehensive study of the topic.
- The techniques adopted are appropriate to the subject matter and are properly applied.
- The results are suitably set out, and accompanied by adequate exposition.
- The quality of the English and general presentation are of a standard for publication.
Master's
- 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.
- 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),
- The student shows familiarity with, and understanding of, the relevant literature.
- The thesis provides a sufficiently comprehensive study of the topic. Any other examinable work shows sufficient master of technique and/or style (if applicable).
- The techniques adopted are appropriate to the subject matter and are properly applied.
- The results are suitably set out, and accompanied by adequate exposition.
- The quality of English and general presentation are of a standard for publication.