Research Examination at UCD

The final examination of a candidate for a Research Masters or PhD degree is based on the explanation of the candidate’s research in a thesis describing the context, nature, methodology and outcomes of the research, prepared in accordance with international norms. The Research Masters examination may and the PhD examination will require a viva voce/oral examination.

Research by Master's

The programme involves the preparation of a research based thesis under the supervision of an academic member of staff. In certain instances schools may also require an oral examination. For further information please check with your school. Details on thesis preparation can be found below. 

PhD

The examination for the degree of PhD is based on an assessment of the research thesis and a viva voce examination where you partake in an oral defence of the thesis. A specific PhD Examination Committee is convened for your examination. Information on thesis and viva voce preparation can be found below.

Thesis Preparation & Submission

You will prepare your thesis under the direction of the Principal Supervisor and with the support of your Research Studies Panel.

Viva Voce Examination

The final examination of a candidate for a Research Masters or PhD degree is based on the explanation of the candidate’s research in a thesis describing the context, nature, methodology and outcomes of the research, prepared in accordance with international norms. The Research Masters examination may and the PhD examination will require a viva voce/oral examination.

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