Many universities assess postgraduate studies in writing and orally. These materials will help anybody responsible for such implementation.

The “Questions to ask” series draws from literature and institutional experience worldwide. They offer a set of questions to be posed when implementing or evaluating a practice, in this case, the implementation of a viva voce (oral examination). Answering these questions should assist curriculum developers and others ensure best practice in their context. The short video introduces the “Key Questions To Ask When Implementing a Viva”.

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In this video, the focus is on the oral exam or viva voce. The oral exam is only used in some universities in South Africa though the report from the national review of the doctorate by the Council on Higher Education now recommends it for all. This video looks at some of the key issues.

This video was produced by Sinethemba Oz Konzaphi. Thanks to all who provided their inputs into this video.

Who might find this useful?

This might be a useful video for a supervision development course.

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