PROJECT PAPER PREPARATION GUIDELINE

MASTERS MODE A (COURSE WORK)

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INTRODUCTION
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The project paper is part of the requirements for awarding the Master Mode A
degree. It is completion of worth of six credit hours.
This guideline can be used for projects in all faculties. However, each faculty
may tailor it to suit to the relevant project in the disciplines/areas at the
faculty.
Student may register for project after they have passed 6 courses (24 credits)
in the master programme.

PROJECT PAPER OBJECTIVES :

By doing this project, student will be able to:
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practice research methods

exhibit knowledge in the specific field.
execute knowledge through small research.
enhance the skills in academic writing.
produce original work and share the findings of the project with others.

TYPES OF PROJECT
Projects can be prepared in various forms. The following are examples of three types
of projects:
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Empirical short research project paper

This project can be carried out in the form of case studies, action research,
and survey research.

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Library research project paper

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The project is prepared based on the literature review on an issue or

theme or hypothesis.
This can be studied through various perspectives.
Generally the study synthesizes ideas on issues or relevant themes in
a meaningful way.
It can be in the form of historical research of an aspect, institution or
educational figure.

Product development paper or research module towards developing products

in the form of software, modules, instruments, teaching materials or
innovative teaching methods.

HOW TO CHOOSE A PROJECT TOPIC

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Students may choose project topic or what to study based on :

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the areas or discipline of the study

topic or theme identified in the field by faculty
education-oriented (if education field)

Note: To help students identify the project title or subject to be studied, each program
in the Faculty of Education may recommend topics, themes, major issues or major
problems in the areas concerned. Therefore, the study will contribute to increase the
students knowledge, provide insights or educational improvement measures in the
area or discipline. Students may make a preliminary discussion on the subject or
matter to be researched with any lecturer before submitting the proposed project title.
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The project proposal to be carried out has to be informed to the faculty by

filling a form called Project paper proposal form issued by the faculty. This
form contains the following details:
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Details of the students and faculty

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Students specific field

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Project title

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Project objectives

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Problem statement and research questions

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The method of carrying out the project

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The proposed names of three (3) lecturers who may be the appointed
supervisor.

Note: This proposal form should be submitted to the respective Dean of the
Faculty.
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SUPERVISORS APPOINTMENT
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Students proposal form will be brought to the Graduate Studies Committee

Meeting. This meeting will make recommendations for the appointment of the
students supervisor. The proposed supervisor may be among the lecturers at
the Faculty or from other faculties.

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Recommendations will be brought to the Faculty Meeting for approval.

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A copy of the student project topic and name of the supervisor should be sent
to the Institute of Graduate Studies for record purposes.

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Minutes of meetings of the Faculty which contain the above matter shall be
presented to the Senate meeting for their attention and approved.

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The faculty must write a letter to the students after the approval has been
given to carry out the project, and stating the name of the supervisor. A copy
of the letter to the student should also be sent to the supervisor.

SUPERVISORS ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY

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Provides constructive academic guidance.

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Suggest ways for good time management.

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Maintain a professional relationship.

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Monitor students project.

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Evaluate the project based on the criteria set by the faculty.

SUPERVISION PROCESS
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Students should met with the supervisor at least twice (2) a month.

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Supervision log book that is provided by the Institute of Graduate Studies /

Faculty can be used by students, supervisors and faculty to record the
supervision activities.

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The students progress in the project must be reported in the faculty meeting
at the end of each semester. A progress note of (SM)/average (M) or
Unsatisfactory (TM) has to be stated. In the case in which students do not
progress well provide reasons for stating not satisfactory and the kinds of
action that have been taken.

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Project paper must be completed within two (2) semesters. If the project is not
completed after the semester ended, students are considered failed and must
repeat the paper title with a new project;

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Only one repetition is allowed and the new grade will replace the old grade.

STUDENT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY

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Be punctual for supervision meeting.

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Work hard for completion.

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Shows interest to find new knowledge.

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Be familiar and follow rules and regulations related to the project research.

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Shows the progress of the project according to the agreed plan with the
supervisor.

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Ethical and respect intellectual property by giving reference and appropriate

recognition.

PROJECT PAPER SUBMISSION

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Two copies of completed soft-skin bound project paper must be submitted to

the Dean of Faculty via respective supervisor and using the Project Paper
Submission Form prepared/issued by the faculty.

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The Dean shall appoint examiners for the students project paper, who is the
students supervisor or another examiner.

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Examiner is given 14 days to review the students project paper, by using a

Project Paper Assessment form.

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The university grade scheme has to be referred for grading purpose.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
The project report is evaluated based on the following aspects:
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Fulfill the research objectives

Have a clear focus.
The suitability of the methodology used.
Logical and coherent argument.
Clarity in writing :
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Continuity between parts
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Correct use of language
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Appropriate and consistent style
f. Latest and relevant references.
g. Relevant appendices
Note : The length of the Project Paper shall be between 16.000 to 20.000 words
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SUBMISSION OF REFINAL COPY TO UNIVERSITY

Three (3) copies of the Project Paper with hard bound cover (dark red colour), with
two (2) copies of the CD (PDF format) shall be submitted to the Dean of Faculty
office for record purposes.

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