Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Duration of Study

• The candidate is required to pursue an approved programme of full-time research for a minimum period of 2 years 9 months after registration, up to a maximum period of 5 years for completing all aspects of the PhD Examination.
• The minimum period of study for a candidate engaging in part-time research is 3 years 9 months, up to a maximum period of 7 years.
• In special circumstances, if the candidate is unable to complete the programme of research within the stipulated period, an extension of one year at a time may be granted by the Senate on the recommendation of the RHDC and the Faculty Board provided that not more than two such extensions are allowed.
• Those candidates who have availed of the two extensions must submit the thesis for examination at least 6 months before the period allowed expires.

To Whom? / Entry Criteria

1. Transfer from a M. Phil. programme conducted by the Faculty of Medicine. OR
2. M. Phil. degree in the relevant discipline OR
3. Any other equivalent qualification which has a component of at least 1 year of full time research and acceptable to the RHDC/Faculty Board

In the case of (2) and (3) the candidates may have to appear for a qualifying examination