S.L. 327.174 Art. 14Dissertations in mainly taught programmes of study.

(1) In mainly taught programmes of study, students shall be required to submit an individual dissertation of not more than

25,000 words in accordance with the guidelines issued by the

Board.

(2) Work on the dissertation shall be undertaken during the third semester of the course. Each student shall be assigned a principal supervisor who shall provide guidance and advice on a regular basis during the period of study.

(3) Students shall be required to have regular contact with their supervisor.

(4) A provisional title of the dissertation and a detailed research proposal shall be submitted to the Board for approval by the beginning of the second semester.