A research degree in the Faculty of Science and Technology can be placed in two categories: Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy. These are higher degrees and are mainly research-based (either laboratory- or field-based research). They span a wide range of disciplines and are awarded on the basis of original research detailed in a thesis/dissertation.
University Regulation 1.13
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and MD shall be primarily research degrees and shall be awarded primarily on the basis of examination by thesis. Other requirements shall be as specified in the respective Faculties.
Through the MPhil and PhD programmes, students conduct research in conjunction with a supervisor, who is a faculty member and recognized scholar in a particular research field, or with a supervisory team of faculty and other experts in the relevant discipline. Original findings can be published before the award of the degree, with the publication becoming part of the final thesis, thus contributing to the dissemination of knowledge and to development.
Many of the taught Masters’ Programmes also include training in research methodology and students are required to submit a Project Report or Research Paper in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the Degree.
Our 7 faculties and 12 professional schools offer more than 200 programmes to some 18,000 graduate, undergraduate and continuing studies students.
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