To be a School of Excellence committed to promoting novel and impactful postgraduate research

To provide a stimulating and conducive research environment, research capacity and a steadfast support to our UoM Doctoral Students.

• Integrity
• Timeliness
• Autonomy
• Equity
• Team work
• Transparency
• Enthusiasm

The University will foster, support and be assisted in its research degree provision through the Higher Degrees Committee (HDC).

Terms of Reference

The HDC will be responsible for:

i. Assisting in the smooth running of Research Degree Programmes: MPhil,MPhil/PhD, PhD and Postdoctoral programmes;
ii. Devising a Researcher Development Framework;
iii. Administering Postgraduate Research Scholarships, Awards and Grants;
iv. Developing and Coordinating the University’s Postgraduate Research Training activities;
v. Providing continuous Professional Development of Supervisors;
vi. Ensuring Quality Assurance Policies for Research Postgraduate Programmes; and
vii. Acting as arbitrator in conflictual matters between Supervisor and Student.

MEMBERSHIP OF THE HIGHER DEGREES COMMITTEE

One (1) Senior Academic with a track record of research from all Faculties recommended by the Dean of Faculty (3-year period);
An Alternate Senior Academic with a track record of research from all Faculties recommended by the Dean of Faculty (3-year period); and
Co-opted members (in the relevant field as and when required).

In Attendance
Administrative Manager/Administrative Officer

CURRENT MEMBERS

Associate Professor A Ruggoo
Associate Professor Prof S Baichoo
Associate Professor V Teeroovengadum
Associate Professor R Bhagooli
Dr (Mrs) S Biranjia-Hurdoyal
Associate Professor (Dr) (Mrs) T Ramessur

In Attendance

Mrs V S Jhugaroo, Administrative Manager
Ms N Appasamy, Administrative Officer & Secretary

Terms of Reference
Selection and appointment of PDFs will normally be managed by the Director, Doctoral School and will be based on merit. Applicants are encouraged to contact the university Faculties for more information. The Selection Committee may also co-opt experts in the relevant fields as and when required. Selection will be based on the quality of the research work proposed, and the available budget. Since this is a promotional scheme to inculcate postdoctoral research culture, emphasis will be laid on the candidate’s research accomplishment. The candidate’s evidence-based track record of research publications and soft skills are considered essential.

MEMBERSHIP

One senior-most academic from each Faculty holding a PhD and with a good research track record, and chaired by one member nominated by the Vice-Chancellor on a rotational period of 2 years.

CURRENT MEMBERS

Chairperson
Professor (Mrs) Y Jaufeerally-Fakim

Members
Associate Professor Y Bissessur
Dr (Mrs) Z Mungloo-Dilmohamud
Assoc Prof (Dr) Mrs S B Fauzel
Associate Professor G Chinien
Associate Professor P Caumul
Associate Professor H Kasseah

Secretary
Mrs V S Jhugaroo, Administrative Manager

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