Expected Duration of Programme

1. A full time Master’s Programme in Chemistry will run for a minimum of 3 semesters and a maximum of 5 semesters.

1. Part-time Master’s programmes will run for a minimum of 5 semesters and a

Maximum of 8 semesters.

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1. For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of Senate shall be required.

Requirements for Graduation

To be awarded a Master’s degree candidate must pass a minimum of 30 credit units made up as follows:

1. Core courses of 24 credit units, including the general courses (16 Units), projects (6 Units) and seminars (2 Units).
2. Elective courses of 6 credit units

• A student shall present at least one seminar, submit and defend a Thesis proposal.

1. A student for a Master’s degree Programme shall carry out research in a relevant area of specialization and submit an acceptable thesis (six credit units compulsory) which must be defended before a panel of external and internal examiners