📖Program Curriculum
Supervision
The is a research degree that is undertaken through supervision, rather than formal taught courses. Notwithstanding this, and depending on the nature of the work and the intake of candidates, there may from time to time be seminar-type classes, attendance at and participation in which will be compulsory.
Depending on the nature of the envisioned research project, some candidates may need more than one supervisor. The School will only accept candidates for whom a suitable supervisor(s) are available and will attempt to involve expertise from other divisions within the School where necessary. In the case of co-supervision one of the supervisors will be appointed as primary supervisor.
Expectations of the dissertation
For master’s level research the work should demonstrate competencies in a number of areas. These include the presentation of a clearly stated research question or problem, a detailed literature review incorporating a critical approach to the literature surrounding the topic, an overview of the methodology used to obtain and process the data, a precise approach to data collection as well as an intellectual and thoughtful approach to analysis and interpretation of this data. The study also needs to contain a conclusion in which the results of the study are analysed in relation to the research question as well as the field more generally.
Scope of the dissertation
The length of the dissertation should be between 40 000 and 45 000 words.
Submission of dissertation
The deadline date for dissertation submissions is mid-February. Students will need to complete the required forms and obtain written permission and approval from the supervisor before submitting the work.
Annual report
It is important to meet regularly with your supervisor and draw up a schedule that suits your particular study. You will also be expected to submit an annual report to your supervisor which outlines the progress you have made and your plans for the next registration period.
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