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The Progression Examination: UWE Bristol
The Progression Examination: UWE Bristol
research project
Actively engaged in working on the research project,
and has made progress commensurate with the time
spent
Appropriate survey of the relevant research literature,
and has demonstrated an ability to make a critical
evaluation of published work
the viva
Faculty Research Degrees Committee is
responsible for appointing examiners for the
progression examination
Examination to be conducted by two independent
members (not associated with the project)
Supervisors are responsible for giving advice to
the student on the report
Progression Exam
the progression examination is a formal test of
progress in the early stages to ensure a suitable basis
for continuation on the programme has been
established.
Two elements:
1. Progression report
2. Progression viva voce exam
published works
ii Concisely worded statement of aim of research
iii Reference to work already completed and
planned future work, and how this fulfils the aim of
the research
The Viva
Proceeds automatically
following submission
Informal
Advice as well as probing
questions
Outcomes
The examiners have the following options to consider
Outcomes
If examiners are satisfied then they complete a
Outcomes
Outcomes
Appeal
Candidate may appeal as per H27 of regulations
Online resources
The UWE Graduate School webpages
http://www.uwe.ac.uk/graduateschool
Guidance notes of progression exam
http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/research/postgraduateresearchst
udy/studysupport/progressionexamination.aspx
The Digitally Connected Researcher blog http://thedigitaldoctorate.com
UWE Gradschool twitter account
https://twitter.com/uwegradschool