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2.1The University has the power in terms of its Statute to confer, in any faculty, the degrees of bachelor, master and doctor, as well as to grant a diploma, certificate, or other qualification to any person who has satisfied such

2.2No qualification, other than an honorary degree, may be conferred by the University upon any person who has not attended the University as a student for such period, and satisfied such other requirements, as may be prescribed.

2.3The University may confer, without attendance or examination, an honorary degree of master or doctor, in any faculty, upon any person who has rendered distinguished services in any of the disciplines offered at the University or other

2.4The University provides higher education at or above level 5 of the National Qualifications Framework as contemplated in the National Qualifications Framework Act, Act No 67 of 2008, in the Higher Education Qualification Sub

2.5The University has the power in terms of its Statute, the Higher Education Act 101 of 1997 and within the framework of national regulations, to determine the admission policy, the entrance requirements in respect of its curricula, the

2.6The University reserves the right not to offer a particular module, programme or qualification notwithstanding that such module, programme or qualification appears in the University or Faculty Prospectus.

2.7The University makes no explicit or implied pledge that students who successfully complete a qualification will be guaranteed registration by a specific professional body or obtain gainful employment.

2.8The University general rules for undergraduate qualifications also apply to postgraduate qualifications, except where the former clearly cannot apply to postgraduate programmes, or where the rules for postgraduate qualifications

3.1The University Policy and Procedures for Undergraduate Admissions and Selection regulates the admission, selection and registration of students into undergraduate academic programmes. Students seeking admission must

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3.3A student who was registered at another university shall, upon application for admission to the University of Fort Hare, submit their academic record, certificate of financial good standing and certificate of good conduct from the

3.4The closing date for applications for admission shall be published on the University website. A late application fee will be payable for applications received after the specified due date.

3.5Admission requirements

3.5.1No person shall be registered as a student at the University for a programme unless that person meets the general entrance requirements for admission and the entrance requirements as stipulated in the rules

3.5.2The minimum entry requirement into undergraduate qualifications is the National Senior Certificate (NSC\ and the National Certificate Vocational (NCV\ with appropriate subject combinations and levels of achievement

3.5.3An Admission Point Score (APS\ is calculated as part of the minimum requirement for entry into each undergraduate qualification as per Table 1 below. A point value is allocated to the level of achievement for each of

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3.5.6Faculties may prescribe higher minimum requirements and specify the subjects with their respective minimum pass level requirements for different programmes and qualifications.

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3.5.9Applicants seeking admission into undergraduate qualifications may also do so through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL\ by consulting the RPL Officer in the Teaching and Learning Centre. The University Policy

3.5.10All applications for admission who meet the minimum requirements are subject to a selection process. Applicants must comply with the general University admission requirements and any other specific requirements

3.6Credit recognition and transfer:

3.6.1Credit recognition and transfer applies to A student of the University who is registered for, but has not completed a programme, and who wishes to change to a different programme linked to the same qualification or a different

3.6.2Senate may exempt a student from attendance and assessment in a module on the grounds of their having obtained credits for the same or equivalent NQF level modules prescribed for another qualification of the

3.6.3Students who are already in possession of a first qualification may be granted recognition towards a second qualification at the same or at a lower NQF level in respect of modules previously completed only up to a

3.6.4Credit recognition and transfer can only be granted to a student who meets the minimum admission requirements of the qualification and programme for which the student wishes to register.

3.6.5A student who is eligible to make an academic credit transfer application must do so before or within the first year of their registration for the qualification. Failure to submit the said application within the period

3.7Minimum credits for degree qualifications: All University academic programmes/qualifications shall, in terms of SAQA credits, be configured such that each year of study shall entail students completing a minimum of 128

3.8Minimum time spent towards a qualification: In order to graduate with a University qualification, a student must, in the course of their studies at the University, successfully complete a minimum of 120 credits at the exit level on

3.9Currency of undergraduate modules: Undergraduate modules from other institutions for which credits are requested may not be older than 5 years. University modules retain their validity towards unfinished qualifications for 8

4.1A prospective student must first be admitted to the University in accordance with the provisions of GR3 above before they may register; they must supply proof of such admittance at registration. The University shall not be obliged to

4.2Before commencing their studies in any year prospective students shall register as students of the University online and on the date and time published beforehand by the Registrar by signing their names on the official registration

4.3Students who have been admitted to a programme shall register for the specified modules before the commencement of such modules. No late registrations shall be accepted except with the written permission of the Registrar/Dean

4.4Compliance with programme requirements

4.4.1It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that the modules for which they are registered comply with the requirements of the relevant programme.

4.4.2Senate may approve a special curriculum within the framework of the rules for a qualification or programme for a student who has been exempted from any module(s\ in terms of the provision of the Statute.

4.5Concurrent registration . No student shall be concurrently registered for more than one programme or qualification. Any exception shall only be allowed with the permission of Senate.

4.6Limitation of registration . Every person registered as a student at the University shall be deemed registered:

4.6.1for one calendar year, semester or such shorter period as Senate generally, or in any particular case, may specify; and

4.6.2for the modules as specified in the official registration. Registration of the student shall lapse after expiry of this period of registration. If a person wishes to remain a student at the University or to be reassessed in a

4.7Offering of modules. If only a small number of students wish to enrol for a given module in any year, the relevant Faculty may, after consideration of the staffing position and module viability, and after consultation with the Department(s\

4.8Timetable clashes. Students may not register for modules with a clash on the lecture, practical or examination timetables without the approval of the Dean of the Faculty and the Registrar. The University is not obliged to rearrange an

4.9Special prerequisites and ancillaries for particular modules. Senate may determine that students shall not be admitted to a particular module unless they have obtained credit for another specified module or simultaneously registered

4.10Registration of occasional students.

4.10.1Senate may permit any person to register as an occasional student for a module or modules other than as a student for a degree, subject to such 27

4.10.2Senate may, subject to conditions as may be prescribed, permit a student to register for a module or modules other than as part of their curriculum.

4.10.3Subject to the provisions of GR 3.6, Senate may grant a student credit towards a qualification for one or more modules completed while registered in terms of the provisions of GR 4.10.1 and/or GR 4.10.2,

4.11Registration with another institution. Where a student is for any reason whatsoever unable to register for a University module required in order for that student to complete the curriculum of the qualification for which they are

4.12Registration of last outstanding module. Students who have ONE module outstanding and have exceeded the maximum time allowed for completion of the curriculum of the qualification for which they are registered shall not be

4.13Student identification. Every student, while on campus or using University facilities shall produce their student registration card upon request.

4.14Progression criteria. Progression of students shall be determined by Faculties, for which purpose Faculties shall provide specific criteria within the general University rules.

4.15Academic exclusion of full time students. Full time students who have failed to obtain the minimum number of credits towards the qualification for which they are registered shall be excluded from the University on academic grounds:

4.15.1In the case of a three year degree programme

4.15.1.1 After one year, a minimum of 50% of the credits for level 1; 28

4.15.1.2 After two years, a minimum of 55% of the credits for level 1 + 2;

4.15.1.3 After three years, a minimum of 60% of the credits for level

4.15.1.4 After four years, a minimum of 85% of the credits for level

4.15.1.5 After five years, if a degree has not been obtained;

4.15.2In the case of a four year degree programme (including extended programmes\

4.15.2.1 After one year, a minimum of 50% of credits for level 1;

4.15.2.2 After two years, a minimum of 55% of credits for level 1+2;

4.15.2.3 After three years, a minimum of 55% of credits for level 1+2+3;

4.15.2.4 After four years, a minimum of 60% of credits for level 1+2+3+4;

4.15.2.5 After five years, a minimum of 85% of the credits for level

4.15.2.6 After six years, if a degree has not been obtained.

4.15.3In the case of a five year degree programme (including extended programmes\

4.15.3.1 After one year, a minimum of 50% of credits for level 1;

4.15.3.2 After two years, a minimum of 55% of credits for level 1+2;

4.15.3.3 After three years, a minimum of 55% of credits for level 1+2+3;

4.15.3.4 After four years, a minimum of 55% of credits for level 1+2+3+4;

4.15.3.5 After five years, a minimum of 60% of credits for level 1+2+3+ 4+

4.15.3.6 After six years, 85% of the credits for level 1+2+3+4+5+6.

4.15.3.7 After seven years, if a degree has not been obtained.

4.15.4Change of programme and interruption of study

4.15.4.1 Where a student has been allowed to change registration from one programme to another after the first or any subsequent year of study, the prescribed period of study shall continue to be calculated from the registration of the first year of study of the

4.15.4.2 In calculating the prescribed period of study, the frequency or duration of the period of interruption of study by a student shall not be taken into account, provided the student has received the necessary permission to suspend their studies;

4.15.4.3 A student shall be permitted to change registration from one programme to another on one occasion only provided the second programme can be completed within the maximum time allowed since first registration and is subject to the

4.16Academic exclusion of part time students

4.16.1A student shall be excluded from the University if the student has not fulfilled all the requirements for their proposed qualification within the maximum time allowed, except in special circumstances approved by

4.16.2Periods of attendance and examination results at another university shall be taken into account, with one year of full time study being regarded as equivalent to two years of part time study.

4.17Matters relating to academic exclusion

4.17.1The relevant Faculty Board may re admit a student who has been excluded from the university where their subsequent academic achievement or experience justifies readmission.

4.17.2A student who was previously eligible for exclusion, but who was not excluded at that time, may be excluded on that basis at the end of any subsequent year.

4.17.3If a student by means of written notification received by the Registrar by the date specified cancels their registration, the registration for that year shall not be taken into account for exclusion purposes.

4.17.4Any person who is not registered as a student, shall not attend ectures, undertake assessments, access the University Learning Management System, have marks assigned or use any of the facilities or privileges

4.18Appeal against academic exclusion from the University

4.18.1A student who has been excluded on academic grounds shall be entitled to appeal their exclusion to the Faculty Academic Exclusion Appeals Committee (FAEAC\ in which the student is registered and as set out in

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4.18.3A student who is dissatisfied with the outcome of a decision of the FAEAC rendered in accordance with the immediately preceding paragraph shall be entitled to appeal the decision to the Faculty Board. The Faculty Board

5.1Unless Senate decides otherwise, a student shall obtain credits only for modules which have been satisfactorily attended and in which there have been sufficient participation in assessment opportunities.

5.2Students may be required to produce proof of registration for a module as and when required by the Head of Department/Dean or someone who has been delegated to do so.

5.3The Head of Department/Dean concerned shall determine what constitutes satisfactory attendance and shall notify students thereof in writing at the commencement of each module GR 6 ASSESSMENT

6.1Assessment of all students in every module shall be conducted in such a manner and through such methods as approved by Senate and as set out in the University Policy and Procedures on Assessment. The final mark so obtained for

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6.3Upon return of samples of examination scripts for an examination module or relevant assessment in a continuous assessment module sent to an external moderator, the Head of Department/Dean and the internal examiner shall, in

6.4The time when and the place where summative assessment of a module shall take place shall be determined by Senate. In a case where the module is assessed through the performance of a comprehensive assignment, a practical

6.5Identification of students during assessment. Students must produce satisfactory proof of their identity by means of their current student registration cards.

6.6Academic misconduct

6.6.1Cheating/assessment and examination related fraudulent misconduct During an assessment session, a student shall not have any notes or any other assistance, unless such assistance is specifically circumscribed

6.6.2Plagiarism The commission of acts of plagiarism is strongly forbidden by the University. Conduct that may constitute plagiarism shall be scrutinized, processed and the appropriate institutional response or sanction shall

6.7Release of final marks

6.7.1The University shall endeavour to publish examination results as soon as possible after they are validated by the Faculty Examinations Committees.

6.7.2Students shall proactively seek out their examination results. Accordingly, it is the responsibility of students to obtain notification of their results.

6.7.3A student shall not be entitled to a special supplementary examination merely because of lack (or delay\ of notification of their results.

6.7.4The Office of the Registrar publishes examination results. No other individual or structure may release examination or final marks.

6.8Final mark, pass mark, exam mark and distinction: After every assessment, a student shall be awarded a final mark not exceeding 100 percent. The pass mark for every module shall be 50 percent. The student shall be awarded a pass with

6.8.1In examination modules, s ubject to the requirements of GR 6.9 (relating to the requirement of a minimum DP mark\ and GR 6.10 (relating to the requirement of an examination sub minimum\ where a student has

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6.9Examination admission requirement (DP mark\ A student shall not be eligible to write the main examination, supplementary or aegrotat examination in an examination module for which they are registered unless they have obtained a

6.10Requirement of an examination sub minimum: A student shall only be credited with a final pass mark in an examination module if they obtained a minimum of 40 percent in the main or supplementary examination. A student

6.11Online or Electronic Assessments: Online or electronic assessments are conducted in accordance with the University Policy and Procedures on Assessment and conducted in the virtual space using University

6.12Awarding of qualifications cum laude: Unless Senate decides otherwise, a qualification shall be awarded cum laude if a student obtained a weighted average of at least 75 percent to the credit value obtained in all the modules in

6.12.1the weighted average according to the credit value of the modules at the exit level of the qualification must be at least 75 percent;

6.12.2none of the modules prescribed in the programme must have been failed;

6.12.3all of the modules prescribed in the programme have been completed at the University.

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7.1Students in an examination module may be required to present themselves for a supplementary assessment or reassessment of any work or examination previously completed by them. If a student fails to report for such an

9.1and GR 9.3, the opportunity shall be forfeited.

7.2A supplementary assessment shall be based on the work prescribed for the previous assessment, but a department may exempt a student from a section of the work which has already been passed.

7.3Supplementary assessments shall be granted in accordance with the rules and are applicable only to examination modules. Supplementary examinations are not applicable to continuous assessment modules. Unless otherwise specified,

7.4Automatic supplementary examinations for final year students. Notwithstanding the provisions of the above GR7.3.1, a final year student shall be eligible for a supplementary examination in any one module in respect of

7.5The Head of Department/Dean, in consultation with the examiners of a module, may require students to present themselves for an additional oral examination immediately after the ordinary examination, and students shall be available for

9.1Special examinations are applicable only to examination modules and may be granted to a student who, by reason of special circumstances, has been unable to sit for an examination including a supplementary examination. Satisfactory

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9.3An Aegrotat examination, which is a special examination, may be granted to a student who, by reason of illness, has been unable to sit for or complete an examination including a supplementary examination. Satisfactory proof of the

9.4Save as provided for in GR 9.5 and GR 9.8 below, special or aegrotat examinations shall be held on dates determined by Senate for main and supplementary examinations.

9.5Where a student is a final year student, the Dean of the Faculty shall, on the recommendation of the relevant Head of Department and in consultation with the Registrar, determine the date for the special or aegrotat examination.

9.6The prescribed application form must be submitted to the Manager of the Examinations Department no later than seven (7\ calendar days from the date of the relevant examination together with the necessary proof or evidence as the

9.7Where a student was unable to apply for a special or aegrotat examination, as stipulated in GR9.6, due to illness or special circumstances, such a student must make the required application and provide the accompanying

9.6due to illness or special circumstances.

9.8In the event that the student is unable to sit for or complete the special or aegrotat or supplementary examination due to illness or special circumstances, the Dean of the Faculty shall, on the recommendation of the relevant Head of

9.9If a student fails to report for a special or aegrotat or supplementary examination, due to reasons other than illness or special circumstances, the opportunity to sit for the special or aegrotat or supplementary examination is

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10.1Students are entitled to have one or more of their examination scripts remarked after they have submitted a written application to the Examinations Officer and have paid the prescribed fees. Re marking shall not be permitted for

10.2Unless Senate decides otherwise, application for the re marking of an examination script must be submitted not later than 30 days after the marks for the previous semester have been published. A student who has applied for re

10.3The fees for re marking paid in terms of GR 11.1 and GR 11.2 shall be refunded if the re marking results in a correction of the mark so that the student qualifies for a supplementary examination, a pass or a distinction in the module concerned.

10.4marking will be done by an examiner, hereinafter referred to as the arbiter, who was not involved in the original marking of the scripts. The marks allocated by the arbiter shall be averaged with the closer of the original marks to constitute

11.1A student who believes that an error may have occurred in the examination of their scripts, may have their scripts scrutinised. Such scrutiny shall be limited to a checking of the addition of the marks which have been allotted, and to making

11.2Any registered student may apply in writing to the Examinations Office within two weeks of the semester following the examination, for a photostat copy of an examination script. Upon payment of the prescribed fee, such copy will be made

11.3The student must apply in writing to the Manager: Examinations within a week after the official examination results for the papers concerned are officially available to have the relevant scripts scrutinized. The prescribed fee for scrutiny

12.1Students must display their official and valid student registration cards during examinations by placing them on the right hand corner of their desks. No student will be handed an examination question paper if they cannot present

12.2Students are reminded that examination scripts with illegible handwriting may impede the marking process.

12.3No student may, without the necessary authorization, take into the examination room any documents, notes, cell phones or objects which may be of assistance to him/her.

12.4Students with disabilities will be entitled to the necessary concessions if registered with the Disability Unit. The Disability Unit will liaise with the Examinations Manager in the provision of such concessions.

12.5In certain open book examinations, students will be allowed to use only the tutorial matter as specified on the examination question paper. Students are not allowed to exchange such matter with one another during the examination

12.6Students should refrain from doing rough work on examination question papers and should rather use answer books for any rough work. Such rough work should be clearly indicated.

12.7Under no circumstances may a student retain their examination answer booklet, remove it from the examination room or tear pages from it.

12.8Misreading the examination dates will under no circumstances be considered as grounds for supplementary examinations.

12.9No student may leave the examination room during the first 30 minutes and the last 30 minutes of the session.

12.10Students must present themselves at the examination room at least 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the session. No student will be admitted to the examination venue later than 1 hour after the commencement of the session.

12.11Students must supply their own writing equipment and calculators (where permitted\ and may not borrow such items from other students. GR 13 AMENDMENT OF RULES AND RULE BREACHES

13.1If the rules regarding the arrangement of a programme are amended, students registered under the old rules will be subject to the rules applicable in the year in which they were first registered for the programme, unless otherwise decided

13.2Condonation of rule breaches. Senate may condone a rule breach if it is satisfied that such a breach was due to an error and that the student concerned, not having contributed to such error, would suffer undue hardship should the rule

13.3Faculty rules may further circumscribe the general rules and then act as an extension of the general rules; in such cases Faculty rules shall take precedence provided such extensions of general rules were approved by Senate.

1.1POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS To qualify for admission to a Postgraduate Diploma qualification, a prospective student must have:

1.1.1Successfully completed an appropriate Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7\ at the University; or

1.1.2Successfully completed a similar higher education qualification at the appropriate NQF level which, in the opinion of Senate and in compliance with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA\ evaluation, is

1.1.3Passed the examinations on the grounds of which he/she will be awarded a Bachelor's degree or equivalent NQF Level qualification by the University.

1.1.4Further additional programme specific entry requirements may be found in the respective Faculty Prospectus.

1.1.5The above requirements should be read in conjunction with the University's Policy and Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL\.

1.2HONOURS DEGREES To qualify for admission to an Honours qualification, a prospective student must have:

1.2.1Successfully completed an appropriate Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7\ at the University; or

1.2.2Successfully completed a similar higher education qualification at the appropriate NQF level which, in the opinion of Senate and in compliance with SAQA evaluation, is equivalent to or higher than a Level 7

1.2.3Passed the examinations on the grounds of which he/she will be awarded a Bachelor's degree or equivalent NQF Level qualification by the University.

1.2.4Further additional programme specific entry requirements may be found in the respective Faculty Prospectus.

1.2.5The above requirements should be read in conjunction with the University's Policy and Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL\.

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1.3.1Successfully completed a four year Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 8\ at the University; or

1.3.2Successfully completed a Bachelor of Honours degree following a three year Bachelor's degree at the University; or

1.3.3Successfully completed a Postgraduate Diploma that articulates with a cognate Master's degree at the University; or

1.3.4Successfully completed a similar higher education qualification at the appropriate NQF level which, in the opinion of Senate and in compliance with SAQA evaluation, is equivalent to or higher than a Level 8

1.3.5Passed the examinations and been approved by Senate on the grounds of which he/she will be awarded an Honours degree or equivalent NQF Level qualification by the University.

1.3.6Further additional programme specific entry requirements may be found in the respective Faculty Prospectus.

1.3.7The above requirements should be read in conjunction with the University's Policy and Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL\.

1.4DOCTORAL DEGREES To qualify for admission to a Doctoral qualification, a prospective student must have:

1.4.1Successfully completed a Master's degree at the University; or

1.4.2Successfully completed a similar qualification at the appropriate NQF level which, in the opinion of Senate and in compliance with SAQA evaluation, is equivalent to or higher than a Master's degree of the

1.4.3Passed the examinations on the grounds of which he/she will be awarded a Master's degree by the University or on the grounds of which the required status may later be granted to them.

1.4.4Submitted his/her Master's dissertation for examination with the consent of the supervisor and within the deadline stipulated by the University.

1.4.5The above requirements should be read in conjunction with the University's Policy and Rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL\.

1.4.6Further programme specific entry requirements may be found in the respective Faculty Prospectus. PG 2. ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION This section provides detailed procedures and guidelines for the formal process of

2.1POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

2.1.1A candidate seeking admission to a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma\ must submit an online application. The application must include the candidate's qualifications and specify the

2.1.2Without prejudice to its general powers to admit or refuse admission to an applicant, Senate may require an applicant to undergo a test on his/her proficiency in the subject of proposed study if:

2.1.2.1 The qualification on which the application is based was obtained at another university or institution; or

2.1.2.2 The candidate graduated from the University or another institution but did not include the subject as a major in their undergraduate curriculum.

2.1.3Further, Senate reserves the right to require candidates to attend specified ancillary modules in addition to the prescribed modules (where applicable\ and may also require completion of such modules before the

2.1.4Moreover, candidates applying for a Postgraduate Diploma may be required to pass a proficiency test in a specified language(s\ before being granted admission to the programme.

2.2HONOURS DEGREES

2.2.1A candidate seeking admission to an Honours qualification at NQF Level 8 must submit an online application. The application must include the candidate's qualifications and specify the intended qualification and

2.2.2Without prejudice to its general powers to admit or refuse admission to an applicant, Senate may require certain applicants to undergo a proficiency test in the subject of their proposed study if:

2.2.2.1 The qualification on which the application is based was obtained at another university or institution; or

2.2.2.2 The candidate graduated from the University or another institution but did not include the subject as a major in their undergraduate curriculum.

2.2.3Further, Senate reserves the right to require a candidate to attend specified ancillary modules in addition to the prescribed modules (where applicable\ and may require completion of such modules before the

2.2.4Moreover, candidates applying for a Postgraduate Honours qualification may be required to pass a proficiency test in a specified language(s\ before being granted admission to the programme.

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2.3.2The respective Faculty will review the application and make a recommendation to Senate regarding the programme to be followed as well as the supervisor(s\ and/or co supervisor(s\ assigned to the candidate. Registration is only permitted after receivi

2.3.3Without prejudice to its general powers to admit or refuse admission to an applicant, Senate may require certain applicants to undergo a proficiency test in the subject of their proposed study if:

2.3.3.1 The qualification on which the application is based was obtained at another university or institution; or

2.3.3.2 The candidate graduated from the University or another institution but did not include the subject as a major in their undergraduate curriculum.

2.3.4Further, senate reserves the right to require a candidate to attend specified ancillary modules in addition to the prescribed modules (where applicable\ and may require completion of such modules before the

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2.3.7.1 The candidate must meet the necessary academic criteria as specified by the relevant Faculty and Department.

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2.3.7.3 The candidate must have developed a suitable and acceptable topic in relation to the discipline and its requirements.

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2.4DOCTORAL DEGREES

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2.4.2Without prejudice to its general powers to admit or refuse admission to an applicant, Senate may require certain applicants to undergo a proficiency test in the subject of their proposed study if:

2.4.2.1 The qualification on which the application is based was obtained at another university or institution; or

2.4.2.2 The candidate graduated from the University or another institution but did not include the subject as a major in their undergraduate curriculum.

2.4.3Further, Senate may require a candidate to attend specified ancillary modules in addition to the prescribed modules (where applicable\ and may also require completion of such modules before the candidate is

2.4.4A candidate applying for a Doctoral qualification may be required to pass a proficiency test in a specified language(s\ before being granted admission to the programme.

2.4.5Unless a student intending to register for a Doctoral degree can provide evidence of having successfully completed a course in Research Methodology, they are required to enrol in and complete a Research

2.4.6Admission into a Doctoral degree programme is subject to the following conditions:

2.4.6.1 The candidate must meet the necessary academic criteria as specified by the relevant Faculty and Department.

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2.4.6.3 The candidate must have developed a suitable and acceptable topic in relation to the discipline and its requirements.

2.4.7Doctoral degree registration is valid for one year only. Candidates are required to renew their application and re register annually until graduation or termination of studies. PG 3. CURRICULUM AND PROGRESSION

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3.1.1A postgraduate diploma must include conducting research under supervision, worth at least 30 (or one quarter\ credits, in the form of a discrete research component appropriate to the discipline or field of

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3.1.3The postgraduate diploma shall comprise not less than 120 credits at NQF Level 8 and must comply with the specifications for each programme as prescribed in the accredited and registered programme and published in the University and relevant Faculty Prospe

3.1.4The postgraduate diploma shall extend over not less than two consecutive semesters and not more than four consecutive semesters of full time study.

3.1.5Where a programme is accredited and approved for part time offering, it shall extend over not less than four consecutive semesters and not more than six consecutive semesters of part time study.

3.1.6Where these maximum periods are exceeded, the candidate shall be excluded. The candidate may appeal the exclusion by submitting a motivated application to the Faculty. The relevant Faculty Research and

3.1.7To promote the attainment of appropriate monitoring and consistent compliance with minimum and maximum study prescriptions in the preceding rules, it shall be the responsibility of the Chairs of the respective Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committees

3.1.8A candidate transferring from another institution shall be registered for at least two consecutive semesters at the University before they may be awarded a bachelor honours degree or a postgraduate diploma from the

3.1.9A postgraduate diploma qualification shall include:

3.1.9.1 A description of the various components (modules\ and the credit value of each; and 44

3.1.9.2 The method of assessment for each module, which may include assignments, research reports, projects, practical work and examinations, and

3.1.9.3 The due date for each submission (assignment, research report, project, or practical work\; provided that the Faculty may refuse to accept late submissions\

3.1.10A candidate registered for a postgraduate diploma shall have their research proposal approved within a period of two semesters for full time study and within a period of three semesters for part time study.

3.1.11Candidates who fail to have their research proposal approved within the prescribed period shall be excluded. Candidates may appeal this exclusion by submitting a written motivation, supported by their

3.1.12A candidate whose research proposal has been approved must apply for and obtain ethical clearance before commencing data collection or fieldwork.

3.1.13

3.1.14A candidate registered for a postgraduate diploma is required to submit a research report as stipulated in the accredited programme.

3.1.15

3.1.16For examination purposes, candidates shall submit an electronic copy of their research report.

3.2HONOURS DEGREES An honours degree is a postgraduate specialisation qualification, which prepares students for research based postgraduate study. It serves to deepen the student's expertise in a particular discipline and to develop research capacity in the methodology

3.2.1An honours degree must include conducting research under supervision, worth at least 30 (or one quarter\ credits, in the form of a discrete research component that is appropriate to the discipline or field of study.

3.2.2An honours degree is generally multi or interdisciplinary, which serves to deepen the student's knowledge in a particular discipline or profession. It enables professionals to undertake advanced reflection by

3.2.3An honours degree shall comprise not less than 120 credits at NQF level 8 and must comply with the specifications for each programme as prescribed in the accredited and registered programme and as disseminated in the University and relevant Faculty Prospec

3.2.4An honours degree shall extend over not less than two consecutive semesters and not more than four consecutive semesters of full time study.

3.2.5Where a programme is accredited and approved to be offered on a part time basis, the programme shall extend over not less than four consecutive semesters and not more than six consecutive semesters of

3.2.6Where these maximum periods are exceeded, the candidate shall be excluded. The candidate may appeal the exclusion and submit a motivated application to the Faculty. The relevant Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee may then recommend an extension

3.2.7To promote the attainment of appropriate monitoring and consistent compliance with minimum and maximum study prescriptions in the preceding rules, it shall be the responsibility of the Chairs of the respective Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committees

3.2.8A candidate transferring from another institution shall be registered for at least two consecutive semesters at the University before s/he may be awarded a bachelor honours degree from the University.

3.2.9An honours qualification shall include:

3.2.9.1 A description of the various components (modules\ and the credit value of each; and

3.2.9.2 The method of assessment for each module, which may include assignments, research reports, projects, practical work and examinations; and

3.2.9.3 The due date for each submission (assignment, research report, project, or practical work\; provided that the Faculty may refuse to accept late submissions.

3.2.10A candidate registered for an honours degree shall have their research proposal approved within a period of two semesters for full time study; and within a period of three semesters for part time study.

3.2.11Candidates who fail to have their research proposal approved in the stated period shall be excluded. Candidates may appeal their exclusion on the basis of written motivation by the candidate and his/her

3.2.12A candidate who has obtained approval for his/her research proposal shall apply for and obtain ethical clearance to conduct their research before proceeding with their study. 46

3.2.13Annual re registration of a candidate is conditional on Department and Faculty evaluation of progress made by the candidate. For re admission, the candidate must meet minimum progression requirements in their

3.2.14A candidate registered for an honours degree is required to submit a research report as stipulated in the accredited programme.

3.2.15

3.2.16For the purposes of examination, candidates shall submit an electronic copy of their research report.

3.3

3.3.1

3.3.2

3.3.3

3.3.4

3.3.5Where these maximum periods are exceeded, the candidate shall be excluded. The candidate may appeal the exclusion and submit a motivated application to the Faculty. The relevant Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee may then recommend an extension

3.3.6To promote the attainment of appropriate monitoring and consistent compliance with minimum and maximum study prescriptions in the preceding rules, it shall be the responsibility of the Chairs of the respective Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee

3.3.7

3.3.8

3.3.8.1 A description of the various components (modules\ and the credit value of each.

3.3.8.2 The method of assessment for each module, which may include assignments, mini dissertations, projects, practical work, and examinations.

3.3.8.3 The due date for each submission (assignment, mini dissertation, project, or practical work\; provided that the Faculty may refuse to accept late submissions. Progression

3.3.9

3.3.10Candidates who fail to have their research proposal approved within the stated period shall be excluded. Candidates may appeal their exclusion on the basis of a written motivation by the candidate and his/her

3.3.11A candidate who has obtained approval for his/her research proposal shall apply for and obtain ethical clearance to conduct their research before proceeding with their study.

3.3.12

3.3.13

3.3.14

3.3.15

3.3.16A dissertation must be satisfactory as regards form and literary presentation and shall include a full bibliography of the material, whether published or otherwise, used in its preparation.

3.3.17A dissertation shall contain an abstract of its contents not exceeding 200 words in length. This summary must appear at the front of the dissertation just after the index and must end with a list of not more than

3.3.18The title page of the dissertation shall contain the following information:

3.3.18.1 Full title as submitted at registration.

3.3.18.2 Full name of candidate.

3.3.18

3.3.18.4 Date of submission.

3.3.18.5 Name(s\ of the supervisor(s\ and/or co supervisor(s\.

3.3.19The candidate must also include the following declarations in the dissertation:

3.3.19

3.3.20In all cases , and especially in the case where a student collected research data from humans, animals, or plants, the following declaration on research ethical clearance: "I ......... student number ........ hereby declare that I am fully aware of the

3.3.21For the purposes of examination, candidates shall submit an electronic copy of their dissertation.

3.4DOCTORAL DEGREES Curriculum

3.4.1A doctoral degree curriculum comprises a full research based programme designed to ensure that the candidate develops advanced research capability and contributes new knowledge.

3.4.2A doctoral degree programme shall comprise not less than 360 credits at National Qualification Framework (NQF\ level 10 and must comply with the specifications for each programme as prescribed in the accredited

3.4.3A doctoral programme shall extend over not less than four consecutive semesters and not more than eight consecutive semesters of full time study.

3.4.4If the rules of a particular Faculty permit it, a candidate may, with the approval of the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee, attend and complete a doctoral programme on a part time basis. Where such

3.4.5Where these maximum periods are exceeded, the candidate must submit a motivated application, and the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee may then recommend an extension of the period to Senate, which will make a final determination.

3.4.6To promote the attainment of appropriate monitoring and consistent compliance with minimum study prescriptions in the preceding rules, it shall be the responsibility of the Chairs of the respective Faculty

3.4.7A doctoral candidate must be registered for at least four consecutive semesters at the University before they may be awarded a doctoral degree from the University. Progression

3.4.8A candidate registered for a doctoral degree shall have their final research proposal approved within a period of two semesters for full time study, and within a period of three semesters for part time study.

3.4.9In exceptional cases, and on the basis of a written motivation by the candidate and their supervisor, an extension of one additional semester may be granted for approval of the doctoral research proposal by the

3.4.10A candidate who has obtained approval for their research proposal must apply for and obtain ethical clearance to conduct their research before proceeding with their study.

3.4.11At the end of each semester, the supervisor and the doctoral candidate shall provide reports to the Faculty on the progress of the candidate.

3.4.12Annual re registration by a doctoral candidate is conditional on Department and Faculty evaluation of progress made by the candidate in their respective study programme. Thesis Format

3.4.13A candidate registered for a doctoral degree shall be required to submit a thesis, which constitutes a contribution to original knowledge.

3.4.14A thesis may be submitted in the conventional format of a set of chapters, or comprise a set of original research papers related to the study, with an appropriate introduction, integrative text, and conclusion

3.4.15A thesis must be satisfactory as regards form and literary presentation and shall include a full bibliography of the material, whether published or otherwise, used in its preparation.

3.4.16A thesis shall contain an abstract of its contents not exceeding 500 words in length. This summary must appear at the front of the thesis just after the index and must end with a list of not more than ten key words. The

3.4.16.1 Full title as submitted at registration.

3.4.16.2 Full name of candidate.

3.4.16

3.4.16.4 Date of submission.

3.4.16.5 Name(s\ of the supervisor(s\ and/or co supervisor(s\.

3.4.17The candidate must also include the following declarations in the thesis:

3.4.17

3.4.17.2 Declaration on plagiarism: 51

3.4.18In all cases, and especially in cases where a student collected research data from humans, animals, or plants, the following declaration on research ethical clearance: "I .........., student number ........ hereby declare that I am fully aware of

3.4.19For the purposes of examination, candidates shall submit an electronic copy of their thesis. PG 4. ASSESSMENT

4.1POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

4.1.1Candidates in a programme that consists of, or includes, coursework shall present themselves for examination as required by the Faculty and Senate.

4.1.2The Faculty shall submit a final mark for each module completed by each candidate as soon as it is available.

4.1.3To obtain a postgraduate diploma qualification, the candidate must obtain:

4.1.3.1 A pass mark of at least 50 percent in each module comprising the specific programme.

4.1.3.2 A subminimum DP mark of 40% where applicable in order to qualify to write the main examination.

4.1.3.3 A sub minimum of 40 percent examination mark in each module.

4.1.3.4 A pass mark in every examination (ancillary modules, language tests, etc.\ as may be specified in the programme description and/or as required by Senate.

4.1.4Unless Senate decides otherwise, a postgraduate diploma qualification shall be awarded cum laude if a candidate:

4.1.4

4.1.4.2 Completed the qualification within the prescribed maximum period of study for the applicable full time or part time programme.

4.1.5A candidate shall normally retain credit for any individual module passed for a period not exceeding five years.

4.1.6

4.2HONOURS DEGREES

4.2.1Candidates in a programme that consists of, or includes, coursework shall present themselves for examination as required by the Faculty and Senate.

4.2.2The Faculty shall submit a final mark for each module completed by each candidate as soon as it is available.

4.2.3To obtain a bachelor of honours qualification, the candidate must obtain:

4.2.3.1 A pass mark of at least 50 percent in each module comprising the specific programme.

4.2.3.2 A subminimum DP mark of 40% where applicable in order to qualify to write the main examination.

4.2.3.3 A subminimum of 40 percent examination mark in each module.

4.2.3.4 A pass mark in every examination (ancillary modules, language tests, etc.\ as may be specified in the programme description and/or as required by Senate.

4.2.4Unless Senate decides otherwise, a bachelor of honours qualification shall be awarded cum laude if a candidate:

4.2.4

4.2.4.2 Completed the qualification within the prescribed maximum period of study for the applicable full time or part time programme.

4.2.5A candidate shall normally retain credit for any individual module passed for a period not exceeding five years.

4.2.6

4.3

4.3.1Candidates in a master's programme that consists of, or includes, coursework shall present themselves for examination as required by the Faculty and Senate. 53

4.3.2The Faculty shall submit a final mark for each module completed by each candidate as soon as it is available.

4.3.3To obtain a master's qualification based on coursework, the candidate must obtain:

4.3.3.1 A pass mark of at least 50 percent in each module comprising the specific programme.

4.3.3.2 A pass mark in every other examination (ancillary modules, language tests, etc.\ as may be specified in the programme description and/or as required by Senate.

4.3.3.3 No opportunity for reassessment shall be allowed in respect of a module forming part of the coursework component of a master's programme. For the purposes of this rule, the credit weighting of such a module or special circumstances of any

4.3.4A candidate for a master's qualification shall ordinarily retain credit for any portion of the study passed for a period not exceeding five years.

4.3.5The assessment of a mini dissertation, which forms part of a master's programme, shall comply with the assessment requirements of a full dissertation as stipulated in the rules.

4.3.6Where a master's qualification is based on coursework plus a mini dissertation or a full dissertation only, the candidate shall comply with the abovementioned conditions and the conditions set out below for full

4.3.7The approval of a master's proposal, based on the approved topic, shall require a written proposal and an oral defence of the research proposal.

4.3.8A dissertation must afford evidence of the student being conversant with the particular subject's method of research and the existing literature thereof.

4.3.9A master's candidate intending to submit their dissertation for examination shall provide, at least three months prior to submission, a notice of their "Intention to submit a dissertation for examination." This

4.3.10Senate, on the recommendation of the relevant Faculty, shall appoint:

4.3.10.1 For each full dissertation, two external examiners.

4.3.10.2 For each mini dissertation, one external examiner and one internal examiner who is not the supervisor of the mini dissertation.

4.3.11There shall be no contact between the examiners, supervisors, and the candidate during the dissertation examination process.

4.3.12To assure the quality of dissertation examination reports, Faculties shall ensure that examiners recommended for approval by Senate: 54

4.3.12.1 Demonstrate expertise directly relevant to the dissertation.

4.3.12.2 Are diverse in composition and from diverse institutions.

4.3.12.3 Show evidence of successful minimum master's supervision, preferably doctoral supervision.

4.3.12

4.3.12.5 Have an appropriate and established research publication record in accredited databases.

4.3.13Except by permission of Senate, no dissertation may be submitted without the written consent of the supervisor or co supervisor. Such consent does not commit the supervisors to recommend the approval of

4.3.14A dissertation must be accompanied by a written declaration by the candidate that it is their own work and has not been previously submitted to another university or institution.

4.3.15A dissertation shall not be accepted if it has previously been submitted in fulfillment of another degree. Material from publications by the candidate may be embodied in a dissertation, provided these are

4.3.16A master's dissertation may be submitted anytime during the year but must be submitted on or before 30 November for the subsequent Autumn graduation, or on or before 31 March for the Spring graduation in

4.3.17Any master's candidate who submits a dissertation on or before 30 November shall not be liable for registration fees for the subsequent academic year should there be a delay in the examination process due

4.3.18Any candidate who submits a dissertation after 30 November shall be liable for the prescribed fees in order to register for the subsequent academic year.

4.3.19Dissertations submitted for examination shall become the property of the University. Examiners shall ensure confidentiality of the dissertation.

4.3.20Dissertation examination shall be processed as follows:

4.3.20.1 The Examinations Department shall release dissertation examiners' reports to the relevant Faculty only after receipt of all examiners' reports.

4.3.20.2 The examiners of dissertations shall be required to award a mark for the dissertation for both full and mini dissertations.

4.3.20.3 Upon receipt of the examiners' reports, these shall be presented together with the coordinating examiner's report recommending the examination outcome and amendments (if applicable\ to the relevant Faculty Research and Higher

4.3.20.4 Where the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee accepts the examination outcome of the dissertation being passed provisionally (as is, or with amendments to the 55

4.3.20.5 Where the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee recommends that a dissertation be failed, all examination reports and the Faculty recommendation shall be tabled at Senate for final approval.

4.3.20.6 Where examiners are divided on whether the dissertation should be passed, or the marks differ by more than 20 points, an additional examiner must be appointed. The arbitrator shall receive the original dissertation and all examiners' reports.

4.3.20.7 Unless Senate decides otherwise, a master's qualification shall be awarded cum laude if a candidate:

4.3.20.7.1 Registered in a master's degree by full dissertation, obtained a final average mark of at least 75 percent (rounded from 74.5\

4.3.20.7.2 Registered in a master's degree comprising coursework and mini dissertation, obtained a weighted average of at least 75 percent (rounded from 74.5\ for all coursework and at least 75 percent for the mini

4.3.20.7.3 In both cases, the candidate completed the qualification within the prescribed maximum period of study. Candidates exceeding the maximum period are ineligible for cum laude.

4.3.21For dissertations that have been examined, all examiners' reports, reports on amendments made, and the coordinating examiner's report, following consideration by the relevant Faculty Research and Higher Degrees

4.3.22The candidate shall submit the final dissertation electronically only after approval by Senate. Unless Senate decides otherwise, a successful candidate shall, before admission to the degree:

4.3.22

4.3.22.2 Submit a PDF copy of the final dissertation to the supervisor.

4.3.23On receiving the final dissertation, the supervisor must:

4.3.23.1 Verify that the final dissertation submitted by the candidate is a true copy of the approved version (with corrections incorporated\.

4.3.23.2 Verify that all preliminary pages, chapters, and references are included in the electronic version of the dissertation. 56

4.3.23.3 Forward the final electronic version to the Faculty Manager, the Examination Office, and the University Library.

4.3.24A master's candidate shall be deemed not to have completed the requirements for the degree if the final corrected electronic copy has not been submitted to the relevant Faculty Manager prior to the closure of

4.3.25In the event of a dissertation being rejected by Senate, the decision of Senate is final. In exceptional cases, where an appeal is made within 21 days of the release of the result to the Registrar, the case may be brought

4.3.26If a dissertation or an adaptation thereof is published or otherwise presented, the candidate must state that it originated from their master's studies at the University.

4.3.27Candidates shall normally retain the copyright of their dissertation, but it is a condition of registration for the degree (unless specifically excluded\ that the University shall have the right to publish the dissertation in its

4.3.28The University shall also have the right to make and distribute facsimile or electronic copies of the dissertation, distribute it in digitized format, input the particulars in bibliographical databases, include the work in the

4.3.29Upon the recommendation of two external examiners, and where the dissertation consisted primarily of independently researched material, the master's candidate may be assessed as a doctoral candidate.

4.3.30Where additional work is required by one or more external examiners towards the doctoral qualification, the master's degree will not be awarded. Such work must be successfully completed and submitted for

4.3.31Upon approval of the master's dissertation upgrade by Senate, the student shall register for a doctoral qualification and the revised dissertation shall be examined as a doctoral thesis.

4.4DOCTORAL DEGREES

4.4.1The topic of a Doctoral thesis must be approved beforehand by Senate.

4.4.2The approval of a Doctoral proposal, based on the approved topic, shall require a written proposal and an oral defence of the research proposal.

4.4.3To be awarded a Doctoral degree, a thesis shall demonstrate a contribution to new knowledge in the chosen subject and embody the original work of the student, with acknowledgment of the work of others

4.4.4A Doctoral candidate intending to submit their thesis for examination shall provide, three months prior to submission, a notice of their "Intention to submit Doctoral thesis for examination." This notice shall

4.4.5Senate, on the recommendation of the relevant Faculty, shall appoint three external examiners for each Doctoral thesis, of which two must be international (outside South Africa\. There shall be no contact between

4.4.6In exceptional, motivated circumstances (such as involving local language expertise\, more than one external examiner may be appointed from within South Africa.

4.4.7To assure the quality of doctoral examination reports, Faculties shall ensure that recommended examiners:

4.4.7.1 Demonstrate expertise directly relevant to the thesis.

4.4.7.2 Are diverse in composition, institutions, countries, and continents.

4.4.7.3 Show evidence of successful doctoral supervision.

4.4.7.4 Have an appropriate and established research publication record in accredited databases.

4.4.7.5 Are appointed at most once in a three year period.

4.4.8Except by permission of Senate, no thesis may be submitted without the written consent of the supervisor or co supervisor. Such consent does not commit the supervisors to recommend approval of the thesis for

4.4.9A thesis must be accompanied by a written declaration by the candidate that it is their own work and has not been previously submitted to another university or institution.

4.4.10A thesis shall not be accepted if it has previously been submitted in fulfillment of another degree. Material from publications by the candidate may be incorporated, provided these are appropriately acknowledged.

4.4.11A Doctoral thesis may be submitted anytime during the year.

4.4.11.1 Any doctoral candidate who submits on or before 30 November shall not be liable for registration fees for the subsequent academic year should there be a delay in examination due to late receipt of examiners' reports.

4.4.11.2 Any candidate who submits a thesis after 30 November shall be liable for the prescribed fees to register for the subsequent academic year. 58

4.4.12Doctoral theses submitted for examination shall become the property of the University. Examiners shall ensure confidentiality.

4.4.13Thesis examination reports shall be processed as follows:

4.4.13.1 The Examinations Department shall release doctoral thesis examiners' reports to the relevant Faculty Dean only after receipt of all three examiners' reports.

4.4.13

4.4.13.4 Where the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee recommends rejection, all examination reports and Faculty recommendations shall be tabled at Senate for final approval, without any oral defence.

4.4.13.5 Where examiners are divided on acceptance, an additional examiner shall be appointed as arbitrator recommended by the Faculty Higher Degrees Committee for consideration and approval by Senate. The arbitrator shall receive the original

4.4.13.6 The oral defence panel shall be chaired by the Dean (or nominee\ and comprise at least:

4.4.13.6.1 Two external examiners (via video link\.

4.4.13.6.2 One appropriately qualified member of the Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee (preferably from the discipline\

4.4.13.6.3 One member from another Faculty Research and Higher Degrees Committee from a cognate discipline.

4.4.13.6.4 The supervisor shall be present as an observer.

4.4.13

4.4.13.8 For examined theses, all examination reports (external, coordinating, oral defence\, amendments, and evidence of at least one manuscript submission to an accredited journal shall, following Committee review, be tabled before Senate for

4.4.14The candidate shall submit the final thesis electronically only after Senate approval. Before admission to the degree, a successful candidate shall, before admission to the degree:

4.4.14.1 Amend the electronic copy in line with examiner and oral defence panel requirements.

4.4.14.2 Submit a PDF copy of the final thesis to the supervisor.

4.4.15On receiving the final thesis, the supervisor must:

4.4.15.1 Verify that the final thesis submitted by the candidate is a true copy of the approved version (with corrections incorporated\.

4.4.15.2 Verify that all preliminary pages, chapters, and references are included in the electronic version.

4.4.15.3 Forward the final electronic version to the Faculty Manager, Examination Office, and University Library.

4.4.16A doctoral candidate shall be deemed not to have completed the degree requirements if the final corrected electronic copy has not been submitted to the Faculty Manager prior to closure of the graduation list

4.4.17In the event of thesis rejection by Senate, the decision is final. In exceptional cases, where an appeal is made to the Vice Chancellor as Chair of Senate, the case may be brought before Senate for procedural,

4.4.18If a thesis or adaptation is published or otherwise presented, the candidate must state that it originated from their doctoral studies at the University.

4.4.19Candidates shall normally retain the copyright of their thesis, but the University shall have the right to publish the thesis in original or amended form six months after the award of the degree if the candidate has not

4.4.20The University shall also have the right to make and distribute facsimile or electronic copies of the thesis, distribute it in digitized format, input particulars in bibliographical databases, include it in the University's

5.1

5.1.1Senate, on the recommendation of the relevant Faculty, shall appoint a supervisor for each candidate for a master's qualification. A supervisor of a master's dissertation shall have a minimum master's qualification

5.1.2Senate, on the recommendation of the relevant Faculty, may also appoint a co supervisor for a candidate, especially where the proposed programme will extend over more than one recognized subject field or

5.1.3The supervisor shall normally be a member of the academic staff attached to the University, while the co supervisor may be an academic from another university or another person who is a recognized authority

5.1.4In exceptional cases, the supervisor may be appointed from outside the University, in which case a co supervisor who is a member of staff of the University shall be appointed to administer the study programme.

5.1.5In the event that a supervisor leaves the employ of the University before a candidate has completed the relevant master's qualification, Senate may:

5.1.5.1 Request the supervisor to continue as such and appoint an internal co supervisor to act as a liaison officer and for administrative purposes; or

5.1.5.2 Appoint a new internal supervisor and request the original supervisor to continue in an advisory capacity or as a co supervisor; or

5.1.5.3 Appoint an internal supervisor where a person competent in the field of the study is available.

5.2DOCTORAL DEGREES

5.2.1Senate, on the recommendation of the relevant Faculty, shall appoint a supervisor for each candidate for a doctoral qualification. A supervisor of doctoral degrees shall have a minimum doctoral qualification.

5.2.2Senate may also appoint a co supervisor for a candidate, especially where the proposed programme will extend over more than one recognized subject field or goes beyond the research expertise of a single

5.2.3The supervisor shall normally be a member of the academic staff attached to the University, while the co supervisor may be an academic from another university or another person who is a recognized authority

5.2.4In exceptional cases, the supervisor may be appointed from outside the University, in which case a co supervisor who is a member of staff of the University shall be appointed to administer the study programme.

5.2.5In the event that a supervisor leaves the employ of the University before a candidate has completed the relevant doctoral qualification, Senate may: 61

5.2.5.1 Request the supervisor to continue as such and appoint an internal co supervisor to act as a liaison officer and for administrative purposes; or

5.2.5.2 Appoint a new internal supervisor and request the original supervisor to continue in an advisory capacity or as a co supervisor; or

5.2.5.3 Appoint an internal supervisor where a person competent in the field of the study is available. 62

1.1Students who are admitted to the University and who sign the registration form and the undertaking therein, will be temporarily registered until their final obligations as set out in the University calendar, are met.

1.2Students whose specified fees are not paid by the due date shall be deregistered and their presence on campus shall be regarded as unlawful.

1.3Interest at the rate of 1.5 percent per month shall be levied on all overdue accounts regardless of whether fees are getting paid by the student or the sponsor. DR 2 Damage deposit

2.1A student will be required to deposit the prescribed fee to cover any possible damage to or breakage of University property. This deposit must be kept at the prescribed amount throughout the student's

2.2Where damage is caused to University property and it is impossible to determine individual responsibility, the Vice Chancellor may, where s/he considers such procedure just and reasonable in the circumstances, hold all members of the

5.1Any student organization or student activity is subject to the prior approval of Student Representative Council (SRC\ and

5.2Students are prohibited from holding meetings during lecture/teaching times, except with the special permission of the Vice Chancellor or his/her representative. If and where such permission is granted, the meeting(s\

5.3Student meetings and rehearsals taking place in the University halls must not go beyond the times when such buildings are closed for security reasons except where permission for such activity has been

5.4If any person(s\ not under the jurisdiction of the University wishes to visit the University as guests of any student or student organization, prior consultation with the Vice Chancellor through the Dean of Students

5.5While students, clubs and societies may establish magazines, pamphlets and other publications, the University shall not be liable for any damages resulting from such publications.

5.6Students shall not make statements to the media on behalf of the University

5.7Students serving in the Student Representative Council (SRC\ or students who may from time to time be engaged in University related business or activity shall in

5.7.1Support in respect of class attendance and tutorials

5.7.1.1 The student (SRC member or other student\ must submit an application for leave of absence accompanied by supporting

5.7.1.2 Upon receipt of the leave of absence application, the Head of Department shall consider and determine whether sufficient

5.7.1.3 The student may consult with the relevant lecturer for the purpose of

5.7.1.4 Where the Head of Department is not satisfied that sufficient grounds exist or existed for the application of leave of absence,

5.7.2Support in respect of practicals

5.7.2.1 The student must submit an application for leave of absence accompanied by supporting

5.7.2.2 Upon receipt of the application for leave of absence, the Head of Department shall

5.7.2.3 Accordingly, for the purposes of determining compliance with the DP requirements pertaining to class or tutorial attendance or

5.7.2.4 Upon receipt of such leave of absence the lecturer, or where necessary, the Head of Department, shall facilitate the provision/administration of such tests, practicals and/or other exercises or assignments as are necessary to enable the

5.7.2.5 Where the Head of Department is not satisfied that sufficient grounds exist or existed for the application of leave of absence, she or he may decline to recognize such leave of absence as

5.7.3Support in respect of tests and assignments

5.7.3.1 The student (SRC member or any other student\st submit an application for leave of absence accompanied by supporting documentation (where available\ either before the date of the test or assignment thats/he is unable to write or where thatwas

5.7.3.2 Upon receipt of the application for leave of absence, the Head of Department shall consider and determine whether sufficient grounds exist or existed for the application for leave of absence and if

5.7.3.3 Where the student foresees that she or he may be unable to meet an assignment submission deadline due to SRC business or other University related engagement or commitment(s\ falling within the coverage of this rule, she or he shall apply in

5.7.3.4 Where the student, without first submitting an application for leave of absence (accompanied by supporting documentation where necessary\, fails to write a test or to submit an assignment on the due date or to comply with the requirements

7.1Possession and use of dangerous weapons alcohol or drugs, other than those prescribed by a medical practitioner, is prohibited within the University premises

7.2Should a student be found in possession of or using dangerous weapons, alcohol or drugs within the University premises, security personnel shall be obliged to confiscate the said

7.3Strict disciplinary measures for example, suspension, expulsion and heavy fines will be taken against any person found in possession of and/or

8.1A student will reside in the room allocated to him/her by the Residence Office or delegated staff member. Residence staff (Accommodation officers and Sub wardens\ are, however, expected to assist the staff in residences in room

8.2Room keys

8.2.1Where applicable, a student shall obtain the room key from the Accommodation Officer/ Sub warden, or any person delegated by him/her. This key may not be duplicated.

8.2.2A student must return the room key before leaving the University at the end of semester or upon cancellation of registration. Failure to comply with this rule will mean that the door lock will be replaced at the

8.2.3A student who loses his/her own room key must report the matter to the Accommodation Officer and Sub wardens the person delegated by him/her, who will be responsible for replacement at a cost to be laid

8.2.4All students are expected to register their rooms within 72 hours/ three (3\ days of their registration dates, failure to do so, the student will 69

8.2.5Students registering later than the prescribed dates must indicate and make an arrangement with the residence department.

8.2.6Allocation to single rooms shall be based on the availability of space and academic seniority not on the year of arrival at the university. DR 9 House Representative Committee

9.1The students in Residence Halls shall, in accordance with the SRC Constitution, elect a House Representative Committee which shall:

9.1.1without in any way infringing upon the authority of the Common Residence Officials, the Accommodation Office and Residence Assistant assist in seeing that the rules of the Residence are obeyed and that good order and good conduct generally are maintained; and

9.1.2normally be the intermediary between students and residence's staff or the respective University official, without prejudice to the right of the residence's staff or the respective University official to deal directly with

10.1Students are responsible for University property in the Residence and in their rooms, and for keeping

10.2No furniture or any other items on the stock register shall be removed from a student's room All missing items per stock register

10.3Common room and TV room furniture should be handled with care and cushions and chairs shall

10.4Students in possession of permitted electrical appliances may connect these to wall plugs only.

10.5No cooking is allowed in the residences except in designated areas. Cooking appliances, particularly items such as stoves, microwaves and refrigerators are not permitted.

10.6No installation, which is likely to cause damage to the building structure, will be permitted. These include antennae, satellite dishes, electric wiring, air conditioners, etc.

10.7Radios, Sound system TV's and similar devices must not be played so loudly as to disturb other people

10.8No parties may be held in a student's room, but only in the specially designated areas

10.9It is a student's responsibility to ensure that a student card is produced

11.1student shall report to the Community Ordinator, or the person delegated by him/her when s/he is ill

11.2A pregnant student may be permitted to remain in residence up to 34 weeks of pregnancy, as prescribed in the policy for pregnant students.

11.3No student will be permitted to stay with child in a student residence.

12.1student shall leave the residence not later than three days after the final date examinations, or within three days after cancellation of registration.

12.2student must vacate the room, remove all personal possessions and leave the

12.3A postgraduate student who does not write examinations at the end of the year shall leave the residence when the University closes Should there be academic reasons to stay

12.4No student is permitted to allow another student to 'squat' or lodge in a single room

12.5Any swapping of rooms by students without the prior approval of the Dean of Students

13.1A postgraduate student whose academic year begins earlier than the published commencement date of the

13.2Lodging and/or boarding fees for the period from date of arrival until the date of departure or registration are payable on arrival by

13.3Students writing postgraduate examination papers and students who have to report early for selected courses, that is before the residences open officially for senior students,

14.1A student may have personal visitor overnight in residence, but the University shall not be responsible for any

14.2A visitor who is allocated a room in residence overnight shall pay according to

14.3Enquiries of an urgent nature must be made through the Community Co ordinator, Residence Assistant or Residence Attendant.

14.4It is a serious offence for a student who resides in private lodging to make use of the dining halls in the residence other than the Student Centre or for

16.1"Academic Misconduct" Academic Misconduct means a breach of academic integrity. It includes, but is in no way limited to, the following: Plagiarism, which is the use of the ideas or material of others without acknowledgement, or the re

16.2"Gender Based Violence" or "GBV" Any act of violence, whether persistent or isolated, directed against any person on the basis of their gender, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation that results in or is likely to result in physical, sexual or

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18.1The Vice Chancellor is the Chief Disciplinary Officer of the University.

18.2A person shall be subject to the student discipline of the University if he/she is a registered student; or has been accepted by the University with a view to his or her becoming a registered student and has been admitted into the premises of the

19.3a. b.

18.3The period of registration of a Student, who is not in the final year of study, extends from the date of registration in the one year to the last date of the registration period in the next year in which the Student has to renew his or her

19.1In all cases where there is sufficient evidence that a student may be guilty of Serious Misconduct (including, but not limited to damage to property, assault causing grievous bodily harm, rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment\, and

19.2In exercising the powers in 19.1 above, and subject to 19.3 below, the Vice Chancellor may order the student to do one, or more, or all of the following: i\ refrain from attending lectures and classes on any premises occupied by

19.6a.

20.1If the Dean: Student Affairs or Residence Manager is of the opinion that a student may be guilty of misconduct, as defined in these Rules, he/she shall, if he/she considers it to be in the best interests of the University, have the power (subject

20.2If The Dean: Student Affairs shall notify the Vice Chancellor of any order made in terms of paragraph DR20.1 by not later than 72 hours after it has been made. If the Vice Chancellor does not make an order in terms of DR 19 of these rules

20.3The Dean of Students or Residence Manager shall not make an order contemplated by paragraph DR 20.1 unless he/she has informed the house committee of that residence, if there is one, by written notice delivered to the Chairperson or Secretary of the house

21.1Investigation

21.1.1Whenever misconduct is alleged to be committed or to have been committed, it shall be reported to the Head of Campus Protection Services (CPS\ and CPS must forthwith investigate the matter.

21.1.2If any student or University official has reason to believe that misconduct in terms of University rules is being or has been committed, a report, preferably in writing, must be made by the student or university official

21.1.3The Head of CPS may do whatever is reasonably necessary for purposes of such investigation including interviewing and taking statements from any person(s\ who may be involved either as a respondent or as a

21.1.4On conclusion of the investigation, a report must be submitted to the Legal Office. The Legal Office will analyse the report to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to charge an alleged perpetrator.

21.1.5The student shall be entitled to a copy of any written statement received in evidence and to inspect any other documentary or real evidence so received.

21.2Ad Hoc Inquiry by the Vice Chancellor or Nominee

21.2.1The Vice Chancellor or, at his or her request, any senior staff member nominated by him/her, may conduct an inquiry into an allegation of misconduct and, in conducting this inquiry, may summon to his or her

21.2.2A summary inquiry under this DR 21.2 must occur within 5 days of the student being formally charged.

21.2.3If a student who has been given notice to appear at an inquiry in terms of DR 21.2.1 fails to attend the inquiry, the Vice Chancellor or nominee may proceed in the student's absence. Ad Hoc Inquiry Penalties

21.2.5The Vice Chancellor or nominee may order that any or all of the following details of the outcome of the inquiry be published within the University: the University residence (if any\ in which he/she resides, his or her

21.2.6If the Vice Chancellor or nominee that the matter which is the subject of the inquiry in terms of this Rule is more fitting for disposal by the Student Discipline Committee, he/she shall refer the matter to the Student

21.3The Student Discipline Committee

21.3.1The Vice Chancellor may direct that any allegation of misconduct may be heard by the Student Discipline Committee.

21.3.2Composition A Student Disciplinary Committee shall consist of the following: 79 i)

21.3.3Each member of the Committee shall be entitled to one vote. However, in the event of a deadlock, the Chairperson shall be entitled to a casting vote.

21.3.4Pre hearing Conference Unless a pre hearing conference appears unnecessary, the Chairperson shall, at any time before the hearing, direct that the University's representative and the Student and/or his/her

21.4Representation

21.4.1A student appearing before the Student Disciplinary Committee or the Disciplinary Appeals Committee may be represented by any member of the academic staff or by any registered student of the University who is

21.4.2In the case where a student charged before the Committee is a minor, such student shall be entitled to be accompanied by his or her parents or his or her legal guardian. 80

21.4.3Subject to DR 21.4.5, the Legal Office shall represent the University in any disciplinary proceeding involving students.

21.4.4In the case where a student faces a potential punishment of exclusion from the University for a period of one year or more (not suspended\ or a fine exceeding a cumulative maximum of R6000, the Student may, at his

21.4.5If a student wishes to be represented by an attorney he/she shall lodge an application with the Deputy Registrar: Governance and Legal Services for permission to be so represented. The Deputy Registrar: Governance

21.4.6Where legal representation is granted, access to, or the availably of, a particular legal representative shall not constitute grounds for delay in the disciplinary proceedings save in exceptional circumstances.

21.5Procedure, Evidence and Judgement

21.5.1During the hearing, the Chairperson of the SOC has the sole responsibility to guide the S DC panel when deciding on any question of law, procedure or admissibility of evidence. In deciding any question of

21.5.2Disciplinary hearings shall be held in camera and only those persons who have been specifically summoned/requested/invited by the University to attend shall be entitled to be present. Notwithstanding the provisions of

21.5.3A student to be charged before the SOC shall be given not less than ten days' written Notice of the Misconduct with which he/she is charged and of the place and time of the hearing of the matter.

21.5.4A student who has been given Notice shall be obliged to attend the hearing of the matter, but if (he/she fails to attend the hearing, the Committee may proceed in his or her absence. In such event, however,

21.5.5A student who has not been given proper notice may waive compliance with this requirement.

21.5.6All the proceedings of the hearing will be recorded and archived. Recordings of the hearing proceedings will be available upon request. The University is not obligated to provide written transcripts of the

21.5.7At the beginning of the hearing the charge or charges against the student shall be put to him or her by the Chairperson or any person presenting the case against the student in terms of this Rule. The student shall be

21.5.8If the student pleads guilty, the Chairperson shall question the student with reference to the alleged facts as outlined by him or her or by the person presenting the case against the student (if there be such a

21.5.9If the chairperson is in doubt whether the student is guilty, he/she shall record a plea of not guilty.

21.5.10If the student pleads not guilty, the committee shall receive evidence relating to the charge or charges against the student. Such evidence may take the form of oral testimony or written statements or other

21.5.11Where oral testimony is received, it shall be led by the person appointed to present the case against the student. Members of the committee and the student charged may be permitted by the Chairperson to put

21.5.12The student shall likewise have the right to produce or lead evidence or give evidence himself or herself in his or her defense. The person appointed to present the case against the student (if there be such a

21.5.13On conclusion of the evidence, the person appointed to present the case against the student (if there be such a person\ and the student or his or her representative shall be entitled to address the committee, after

21.5.14If all or a majority of its members are of the opinion that the student has been proved guilty of misconduct, the committee shall find him or her guilty.

21.5.15If the committee finds the student not guilty it may, if the student so requests, publish its finding in the University with or without disclosure of the name or faculty of the student.

21.5.16If the student has been found guilty, the committee may call for or receive evidence relevant to punishment, including evidence of the student's record and general conduct at the University, and shall receive any

21.5.17The Committee shall submit a written report on the proceedings, the findings, and the punishment or punishments imposed to the Deputy Registrar: Governance and Legal Services.

21.5.18Student Discipline Committee Penalties The following penalties may be imposed by the SDC for Misconduct: i\ A written warning ii\ Deprivation of all or some Student Privileges for a specified period or an unspecified period

21.6Appeals and Reviews

21.6.1The Vice Chancellor or his appointee, the SRC President and the Dean of Law shall constitute the Appeals and Review Committee. The Dean of Law shall act as Chairperson of the Appeals and Review Committee.

21.6.2Any course of action ordered by the Student Discipline Committee will remain in force until the outcome of the appeal.

21.6.3Appeal by Student a\ Except as provided in DR21.6.3(b\ no appeal shall lie against any finding of guilt or punishment imposed on a student in terms of these Rules. A student shall be entitled as of right to appeal to the Appeals and

21.6.4Appeal by University i\ The Vice Chancellor or any person to whom such power has been delegated in terms of DR2 may, within 10 (ten\ days of a verdict and/or punishment having been imposed on a student by the

21.6.5Reviews Any party to disciplinary proceedings in terms of these Rules may have the disciplinary proceedings reviewed by the Appeals and Review Committee on the ground that there was a failure of natural justice or any

21.6.6External Appeal or Review Recourse to external review or appeal processes is only sanctioned if internal remedies have been exhausted. DR 22 SPECIAL DISPENSATION FOR GBV CASES

22.1All cases of sexual and gender related misconduct shall be reported and investigated as directed in the GBV Policy. Any person, both from within the University community or from outside the University community, may make a

22.2Subject to DR 17, in all cases where GBV is alleged, both the complainant and the alleged perpetrator shall be entitled to the following rights: to be treated with dignity, respect and fairness; to have their identities kept confidential in as far as reasonably possible,

22.3Hearing dates, once set and Notice given to the parties, shall not be changed in the case of a respondent who is absent without good and sufficient reason as determined by the Chair.

22.4Unless the complainant opts to appear with the respondent, the complainant and respondent do not appear together in the hearing. Rather, the panel sits in a meeting room while the complainant and respondent wait in separate rooms,

22.5Supporting and contextual material such as, but not limited to, photos, cell phone and social media records may be accepted into evidence. The Chair will decide on the admissibility of such evidence where required to do so. More

22.6The hearing panel first studies the investigation report and may call on the GBV Prevention and Gender Diversity Office for clarification of issues, and may decide in consultation with the parties on issues not in dispute admissions, as

22.7Under certain circumstances, in the event that a complainant does not wish to pursue action against an alleged perpetrator in terms of the GBV Policy, the GBV Prevention and Gender Diversity Office may determine whether the University

22.8The complainant may, at any time before the day scheduled for the hearing, request in writing to the GBV Prevention and Gender Diversity Office that the complaint be withdrawn. If the hearing panel is already constituted, the Chairperson of the panel,

22.9The University retains the right to inform the University community of any protective measures instituted (if necessary\ as well as of the outcomes of the disciplinary hearing. It also retains the right to publicly disclose the name of the

22.10Appeals and Reviews

22.10.1In addition to DR21.6.5(b\ above, a complainant and/ir respondent may appeal on the following grounds: a\ New information of a substantive nature: New, significant or relevant information becomes available that could not have been

22.10.2The procedures outlined in DR 21.6 shall apply in relation to GBV cases: Provided that the Registrar shall have a discretion to alter any procedure if such alteration is necessary to achieve a just outcome.

23.1Review by the Academic Integrity Panel (AIP\

23.1.1The Academic Integrity Panel (AIP\ is established to conduct a documentary review of examination related misconduct cases within 10 working days of receiving the incident report.

23.1.2The AIP shall comprise: A Senate member from the Faculty (Chair\ A representative from the Legal Affairs Office A student representative, provided that the unavailability of the student representative shall not prevent a sitting of the AIP

23.2The Panel must be constituted per Faculty at the beginning of each academic year.

23.3The Panel may consult the invigilator(s\ via written statements, physical or virtual testimony if required.

23.4Student Response and Hearing Options

23.4.1The student shall have two (2\ working days from notification to submit a written response.

23.4.2If the evidence is deemed conclusive by the AIP, a summary decision may be made without full hearing.

23.5If the student disputes the allegation and material disputes of fact exist, a fast track hearing shall be convened within 10 working days, ensuring the participation of relevant parties.

23.6Decision and Sanctions

23.6.1The AIP shall make a decision within two (2\ working days of completing its review or hearing.

23.6.2Sanctions may include: A written warning A requirement to retake the exam Any of the penalties provided for in DR21.5.18(b\

23.6.3Students retain the right to appeal within five (5\ working days of receiving the decision.

23.7Impact on Registration and Progression

23.7.1Students with pending cases may provisionally register except where the alleged misconduct concerns a major course essential for progression.

23.7.2Whe re the course concerned is a major, and the student is found guilty, the student shall be required to repeat the course if the sanction imposed affects the validity or outcome of the assessment, including a

23.7.3Where the course is a minor, progression to the next level shall generally continue unaffected unless a final adverse decision results in a penalty that invalidates the assessment outcome.

23.8Implementation and Review This rule shall be implemented immediately and reviewed annually by the Legal Affairs Office, in consultation with the SRC, to ensure effectiveness and fairness. DR 24 WITHHOLDING OF EXAMINATION RESULTS/CONFERMENT OF DEGREE

25.1The Vice Chancellor may withdraw any charge which has been brought against a student in terms of these rules at any time before the student has been found guilty.

25.2If the charge is withdrawn only after the student has pleaded or only after evidence has been received at the hearing, the withdrawal shall have the effect of an acquittal.

25.3If the charge is withdrawn before the student has pleaded and before any evidence has been received at the hearing, the same or a different charge based on the same or similar evidence may be brought against the student at a later

29.1Whenever the punishment imposed on a student in terms of these rules consists 90

29.2The Vice Chancellor shall not issue any order in terms of paragraph DR2 unless he/she has

29.2.1informed the student that he/she proposes to issue an order in terms of .1, informed him or her of the particulars of the order and stated why he or she proposes to issue the order;

29.2.2allowed the student a fair opportunity to make representations why the order should not be issued; and

29.2.3given due regard to any such representations:

29.2.3.1 Provided that it shall not be incumbent on the Vice Chancellor, before issuing an order in terms of this rule, to comply with this paragraph if the student, despite all reasonable efforts by the University to ascertain his or her

29.3The proceeds of any fine imposed in terms of these rules shall be paid into the Student Trust Fund administered by the UFH Foundation. DR SUSPENSION OF PUNISHMENT AND PAYMENT OF FINES BY INSTALMENTS

30.1Any punishment imposed in terms of these rules may be suspended by the authority imposing it, on such terms and conditions as it may consider fit.

30.2The authority which imposes a fine in terms of these rules, or the Vice Chancellor, may grant permission for that fine to be paid in specified instalments. DR 3 RECORDS Whenever a student has been charged with misconduct in terms of these rules and the

1.492 General Prospectus 2026 University of Fort Hare THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY VISION The vision of the Libraries is to be an innovative world class library and academic partner in advancing quality learning, teaching, research, and social engagement with

3.1Students, members of staff and external borrowers are admitted to use the Library and may borrow Library material subject to Library Rules and Regulations. The University Director/Librarian may, at their reasonable

6.1No borrower shall remove any material from the Library until the transaction has been duly recorded by the Library staff. No material shall be issued on loan during the last ten minutes of a Library session.

6.2The maximum number of individual items that may be borrowed at the same time is set per borrower category (e.g. Undergraduate, Masters, Doctoral student, etc.\ by the University Librarian or their duly authorised representative,

6.3Academic staff may borrow a maximum of 20 items from the Library for the duration of 90 days, subject to the provisions of Regulation 6.5 below. The loan period of an item may be reviewed for a further period at the

8.1Library material borrowed from the Library is overdue after the borrowing period as prescribed by the Library Rules and Regulations has expired.

8.2The fine for overdue material, except as otherwise stated in these Library Rules and Regulations, is one rand (R1\per day for open shelve items, or part thereof subject to a maximum of R50.00 per item. After such maximum is reached the

1.5Rust Brown Polyester Cashmere; 1.5 Saffron polyester cashmere; Neckband bottle green satin inside and black polyester cashmere outside with a loop. Cap: As for Master of Social Science Master in Public Administration

12.5mm wide outside and with a white band 7.5 mm wide inside the 50 mm ruby silk. Cap: As for BA POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA /CERTIFICATES Post Graduate Diploma in Human Rights Hood: Simple shape Black. Polyester Cashmere hood edged 1' Inside anti I/"

1.1Minimum Initial Payment (MIP\ (a\ Before any student is permitted to register at the University, the University requires such a student to make a Minimum Initial Payment (MIP\ of R3500 towards tuition. of R3500 towards tuition.

1.2Registration Fees Upon registering all students will be charged the following: (a\ Registration Costs R500.00 (b\ Student ID card R80.00 (c\

1.3Tuition and Residence Fees The council determines tuition and residence fees for each academic year, having considered the fee increase guidelines from DHET. 111

1.4Student Debt Management Settlement of outstanding accounts (a\ Detailed fee statements will be sent out to all students from April onwards. The statements will be sent monthly to the students, reminding them of the monies owed to the University. If payments are

1.5The collection cycle (a\ The collection cycle is triggered by the student registration process for each academic year Undergraduate Honours Masters Doctorate Fees

1.6Fee Payment Agreements (a\ The fee payment agreements shall be approved or rejected by the Finance Director or CFO after considering the factors as presented by the Manager Student fees. (b\ The Student Fees and Debtors will ensure that decisions to approve fee

30.2.1.1 Latest proof of income (student, parent/guardians\

30.2.1.2 Latest 3 months bank statement (to validate proof of income\

30.2.1.3 Certified student ID copy

30.2.1.4 Parent/Guardian ID copy

30.2.1.5 Parent/Guardian proof of address

30.2.1.6 Signed debit order authorization

30.2.1.7 Signed acknowledgement of debt by the guarantor Approval of the fee payment agreement Whilst the other factors are taken into consideration, the main criteria for approval of a fee payment agreement are:

1.7Financial concessions Every academic year, the Management Executive Committee (MEC\ may consider and approve concessions for that specific academic year. Financial Concessions are limited to one Academic Year (First or Second

1.8Reimbursement/Refund of Tuition A refund may be requested when the student account is overpaid and reflects a credit balance derived by cash, credit/debit card, debit order, or by a non University managed bursary

3.1New Undergraduates (a\ 34 to 38 Merit points R 3 500.00 (b\ 39 to 42 Merit points R 4 500.00 (c\ 43 to 47 Merit points

5.1Cancellation of Registration Students wishing to cancel their registration must do so in writing by completing the "Registration Cancellation Form" and emailing it to the Manager: Student Administration.

5.1.1A reduction on the tuition and residence fees may be considered in special circumstances depending on whether the notice of intention to discontinue studies is received: SEMESTER 1 Cancellations from 01 Jan

5.1.2A student whose registration has been cancelled as a result of disciplinary measures taken against him/her, will not qualify for any 117

5.1.3No reduction in fees will be considered for students who are charged the composite fee for any degree if they cancel individual courses or modules without cancellation of registration.

5.2Withdrawal from individual courses When students withdraw from individual courses of a minimum duration of one semester, any fee reduction is dependent upon the date of withdrawal. SEMESTER 1 Cancellations from 01

5.3Withdrawal from residence When a student withdraws from residence, he/she will be charged on a pro rata basis for the duration of occupation. The period will be based on the payment term, namely 9 months and not actual occupation.

5.4Remissions A full time student who is prevented by serious illness or by any other reason acceptable to the University from completing his/her studies, and leaves the University and residence after reporting to the Dean of

6.1Subsidy income is based on a number of factors one of which is our teaching output. This means that the University earns subsidy on the number of students that graduate each year and hence there is an expectation that students

6.2A student will be allowed an additional two years' study beyond the normal degree duration for a bachelor's degree without a late stayer penalty being imposed, e.g. 5 years for a 3 year degree.

6.3Where a student registers for a specific degree beyond a specific time limit, the fee will be increased by 50% in the additional year provided that the student has not been excluded on academic grounds.

6.4In the case of a student changing registration for a different bachelor degree without first graduating in the previous bachelor degree, the years spent studying for both degrees will be accumulated towards the time allowed for the

8.1The University currently administers financial aid offered by different funders/sponsors to South African citizens who are financially needy and academically deserving.

8.2Students who are awarded bursaries must provide confirmation letters from the sponsors. Financial will verify the sponsors and the funding commitment.

8.3Funders/sponsors also provide lists of funded students to Financial Aid, in this case students do not need to provide confirmation of funding. Students should visit the Financial Aid Office in their campus to confirm the funding.

8.4Students with confirmed funding will be allowed to register without paying the minimum initial payment.

8.5Allowances for funded students are paid on receipt of funding from the sponsor.

8.6Students may not accept more than one funding that covers the full cost of study. Only partial funding may be accepted from more than one sponsor. 119

8.7In an event where funding is received by the University without any allocation of students, Financial Aid Office will advertise through an email to all students.

8.8Funding will be allocated by Financial Aid in accordance with the criteria determined by the funder.

8.9Students that are already are not considered on these opportunities to ensure increased number of funded students and to avoid double dipping. National Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS\

8.10Applications for NSFAS funding are done through the NSFAS website.

8.11Approved students are provided directly to the University by NSFAS. LIABILITY OF STUDENTS Students who are admitted to the University sign a registration form and undertaking therein will not be registered unless their financial obligations as set out in the fees

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