MASSEY

UNIVERSITY

College of Humanities

and Social Sciences

_________________________

POSTGRADUATE

HANDBOOK

2011 _________________________

October 2010

Foreword

This handbook outlines the Massey University and College of Humanities and Social Sciences

framework within which postgraduate students, supervisors, and examiners are required to operate.

Students are expected to become familiar with the regulations for their programme of study. These

can be found in the Calendar or on the Massey University web site: http://calendar.massey.ac.nz/.

Staff and students should also familiarise themselves with the relevant sections within this

handbook.

The information provided is aimed at improving the quality of the postgraduate study experience

and the outcomes.

Best wishes for your successful postgraduate study.

Members of College Graduate Studies Committee as at October 2010:

Chairperson Dr Doreen D’Cruz

Academic Director Associate Professor Julie Bunnell

Regional Director’s Nominee, Albany Ms Adele Donachie

Regional Director, Wellington Dr Ellen Soulliere

Centre for Defence Studies Dr John Moremon

School of English & Media Studies Dr Sarah Ross

School of Health & Social Services Mr Kieran O’Donoghue

School of Health & Social Services Dr Jill Wilkinson

School of History, Philosophy & Classics Dr Geoffrey Watson

School of Language Studies Dr Gillian Skyrme

School of Māori Studies Ms Rachel Rakena

School of People, Environment & Planning Dr Maria Borovnik

School of People, Environment & Planning Dr Jeff McNeill

School of Psychology Dr Gus Habermann

School of Public Health Ms Katharine Haddock

School of Social and Cultural Studies Dr Graeme MacRae

College Representative on Doctoral Research Committee Associate Professor Keith Tuffin

Library Representative Ms Nicola McCarthy

Academic Services Manager Trish Barker

Committee Secretary Fiona Coote

Contents

BACKGROUND INFORMATION .................................................................................................. 1

Frequently Asked Questions ....................................................................................................... 3

Arts Postgraduate Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates ............................................................ 11

Named Postgraduate Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates ....................................................... 15

College Contacts ....................................................................................................................... 17

Library Information .................................................................................................................. 19

Resource Minima for Postgraduate Students at Massey University......................................... 21

Teaching, Learning and Distance Education Centres ............................................................... 23

COLLEGE GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES- General Information for Students & Staff ... 25

Definitions and Guidelines for Teaching Delivery Modes for Postgraduate Taught Papers,

College of Humanities and Social Sciences ............................................................................. 27

Admission and Progression for College Qualifications ........................................................... 31

Part A: Criteria for Admission to Postgraduate Qualifications in the Arts ............................. 31

Part B: Admission to Named Postgraduate Qualifications ...................................................... 35

Part C: Progression between Named Postgraduate Qualifications .......................................... 37

Part Time or Full Time Study ................................................................................................... 39

Time Limits for Graduate Students .......................................................................................... 43

Extensions, Suspensions, Withdrawals and Other Administrative Procedures ........................ 45

Class of Honours/Grade Point Average (GPA) ........................................................................ 49

Graduation ................................................................................................................................ 51

COLLEGE GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES - Information for Research Students & Staff. 53

Thesis Enrolment and Deadline for Submission ...................................................................... 55

College Research Supervision Guidelines ................................................................................ 57

Policy on the Moderation of Postgraduate Papers .................................................................... 59

College Policy Regarding Research Supervisors and Examiners ............................................ 61

University Guidelines for the Submission of Theses ............................................................... 63

College Guidelines for the Submission of Research Reports ................................................... 65

College Guidelines for the Examination of Theses (excluding Doctoral Theses) ................... 67

College Guidelines for Examiners’ Reports ............................................................................. 69

Policy and Procedures for Examination Adjudication ............................................................. 71

Policy for Remarking of Research Reports and Theses Awarded a Passing Grade ................. 73

Policy for Resubmission of Failed Research Reports and Theses ............................................ 75

UNIVERSITY GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES .................................................................. 77

University Policies and Procedures .......................................................................................... 79

The University - Student Contract ............................................................................................ 81

APPENDICES .................................................................................................................................. 83

Research Supervision Statement .............................................................................................. 85

Examiner’s Grade and Recommendation ................................................................................. 87

Application for Extension: Information for Applicants ........................................................... 89

Application for Extension ......................................................................................................... 91

Application for Suspension: Information for Applicants ........................................................ 93

Application for Suspension ...................................................................................................... 95

Library Research Consultation ................................................................................................. 97

Guidelines for Workload in Postgraduate Papers ..................................................................... 99

The Performance Based Research Fund (PBRF) Definition of Research .............................. 101

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

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Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions and the answers to them below are designed to provide easy

access to the more detailed information which follows in the Postgraduate Handbook for the

College of Humanities and Social Sciences. For each question, there is a reference to a page

in the Postgraduate Handbook where more information on the topic can be found. The

handbook is available on request in hard copy to all postgraduate students. It is also available

electronically by following the link

below:http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_booklets.cfm

Question Answer Page reference

Definitions of qualifications

1. What postgraduate

qualifications are available in

the College of Humanities

and Social Sciences?

Tables outlining the postgraduate

qualifications below doctoral level in the

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

are available on the pages immediately

following these Frequently Asked

Questions. The first table includes the

qualifications and endorsements for all the

Arts qualifications. The second table

includes all the other named qualifications

in the College.

The College of Humanities and Social

Sciences offers the Doctor of Philosophy

degree in a wide range of subject areas and

also the Doctor of Clinical Psychology.

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2. Where can information on

Doctoral qualifications be

found?

You can find this information in the

Doctoral Handbook on the Massey

University website:

Http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/postgrad

uate/doctoralhandbook/doctoralhandbook_

home.cfm

This handbook is also available in hard

copy to enrolled Doctoral students on

request.

3. What are the criteria for

admission to postgraduate

qualifications?

Details of the criteria for admission to

postgraduate qualifications in the College

of Humanities and Social Sciences can be

found on pages 31 - 36 of the Postgraduate

Handbook.

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4. Can I progress from one

qualification to another?

To do this, you would need to apply for

admission to the other qualification.

Details on entry qualifications and

progression from one qualification to

another are on pages 31 – 38 of the

Postgraduate Handbook.

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5. What is the Master of Arts

(MA) qualification?

A 240-credit MA is designed for students

with a BA in the same subject as that

intended for study in the MA.

Students may complete a 120-credit BA

(Honours) or PG Diploma followed by a

120-credit MA by thesis.

6. What is the Master of

Philosophy (MPhil)

qualification?

The MPhil is a University-wide

qualification, as distinct from a College-

based qualification. Candidates are

required to comply with course regulations

for a Master’s degree in the College for

which they wish to pursue the course of

study leading to the MPhil. The MPhil is

designed for students who do not meet the

criteria for admission to an MA (or other

named Masterate in the College) but who

are otherwise qualified to proceed to

Masterate-level study. The College will

advise you, at the point of admission,

whether you are admitted to the MPhil or

one of the College Masterate degrees.

7. Is it better to enrol in the

full Master’s programme or

do the Postgraduate Diploma

first, then undertake a

Master’s by thesis only?

In some subjects, you do have a choice, but

in others, you do not because some

Masterates are not available by thesis only.

For those that are, it is usually a matter of

personal choice whether you choose to

enrol in a 240-credit masters degree or

begin with a PG Diploma. Issues such as

time limits, work and family commitments

and cost need to be taken into account.

You also need to think about time limits in

relation to eligibility for Honours and

Distinction. In addition, if a student’s GPA

is insufficient then they will need to do the

Postgraduate Diploma first.

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Resources/ Facilities

8. What resources do I have

access to as a postgraduate

student on one of the

campuses in this College?

The following list presents the resources

available on campus for the research-

related activities of all postgraduate

students. Access to the resources is likely

to be shared.

• Study space

• Toll-barred phone

• Provided that the project meets the

College and/or departmental guidelines

and funding priorities, you may be

eligible to apply for contestable

research funds

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• A computer with word processing

facilities

• A printer (student may be responsible

for the provision of paper)

• Email and Internet (student may be

responsible for user charges)

• Photocopier and fax (student may be

responsible for service charges)

9. What additional resources

can I access as a post

graduate student completing

a thesis on campus?

• Library interloans and photocopying

subject to the maximum entitlement

specified by the School

• A common room

10. What resources do I have

access to as a postgraduate

distance student?

Provided that the project meets the College

and/or School guidelines and funding

priorities, you may be eligible to apply for

contestable research funds.

Further information on services and

resources for distance students can be

found at:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/

distance-

learning/services/services_home.cfm

11. What additional

resources can I access as a

postgraduate student

completing a thesis at a

distance?

Library interloans and photocopying,

subject to the maximum entitlement

specified by the School

12. What scholarships are

available to me?

Students are strongly advised to consider

applying for any of the range of

scholarships and awards for which they

may be eligible. Details are listed on:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/admissio

n/scholarships-bursaries-awards/

13. What resources can I

access from the library?

In addition to library access to books,

journals and databases, postgraduate

students can book one hour sessions with

one of the liaison librarians who will give

advice on identifying and using relevant

reference sources. This can be done in

person, on the phone, with and without

sharing computer screens (broadband

required) or email.

Further information on library resources

for postgraduate students can be found at:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/research/l

ibrary/the-library-for/the-library-for-

postgraduates/the-library-for-

postgraduates_home.cfm

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14. What kinds of help can I

have with writing,

structuring, proof-reading

and editing assignments,

research reports and theses?

Your supervisors are best placed to advise

you on how to structure your work.

Many different kinds of help are also

available from the Student Learning

Centre. There are details of some of these

services on page 21 of the Postgraduate

Handbook. The Student Learning Centre

website is:

http://learning.massey.ac.nz

At Wellington, there is a Postgraduate hub

in Stream which Wellington internal and

distance students can apply to join.

The Student Learning Centre does not

provide a proof-reading service. However,

students may employ professional proof-

readers at their own expense. Because of

the cost, this is usually only worthwhile in

the final stages before submission of a

thesis. Before employing proof-readers, it

is important to check that they have

familiarity with the discipline and to

discuss your plans with your supervisors.

Distance students can also access a pre-

reading service for a maximum of two

assignments per semester. Learning Centre

staff will provide feedback on the focus,

structure and presentation of work that

students send to them as email attachments.

Timelines for theses

15. What is the deadline for

thesis submission?

For enrolments commencing in semester

one, submission is by 28 February. For

enrolments commencing in semester two

submission is by 30 June.

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16. How long do I have to

complete my thesis?

This depends on whether the thesis is part

of a 240-credit Masterate or a 120- credit

Masterate.

Full-time: 240-credit Masterate degrees

must be completed within two years to be

eligible for Honours. Students have a time

limit of six years for the completion of the

qualification without eligibility for the

award of Honours. 120-credit thesis-only

Masterates must be completed within one

year full-time to be eligible for Distinction.

Students have a time limit of four years for

the completion of the qualification without

eligibility for the award of a distinction.

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Part-time: Papers and theses for 240-credit

Masterates must be completed within five

years part-time to be eligible for Honours.

Students have a time limit of six years for

the completion of the qualification without

eligibility for the award of Honours. 120-

credit thesis-only Masterates must be

completed within three years part-time to

be eligible for Distinction. Students have a

time limit of four years for the completion

of the qualification without eligibility for

the award of a distinction.

17. If I don't complete my

thesis within one year (full

time) or two years (part

time), do I have to re-enrol

and pay fees?

Students must be continuously enrolled in

their thesis up to the date of submission

and must pay fees for every year of

enrolment, unless a suspension is granted.

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18. How can I get an

extension of time for

completing my thesis?

Extensions of time for research reports and

theses are applied for on an extension

application form. This can be found in

Appendix C of this handbook or through

the following website:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/

colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_booklet

s.cfm

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Thesis presentation/ format

19. What are the

requirements for the

submission of a thesis?

The first step is to submit three copies of

the thesis for examination. These are

usually softbound. After examination, the

final copies are submitted. These consist of

two hardbound and one digital copy of the

thesis Guidelines on the presentation of

theses can be found at:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/~wwwlib/learnit/

presentationoftheses.htm

20. What constitutes a bound

copy of a thesis (spiral

bound, softbound etc) ?

Bound copies can have hard or soft

binding. Softbound copies are used for

examination purposes only and can have

spiral or hot- melt binding. The final

submission after examination must be

hardbound and cased in cloth buckram or

Rexene.

21. How many copies of

theses must be submitted?

Three copies, generally softbound, must be

submitted for examination purposes. After

the examination, two hardbound and one

digital copy must be submitted.

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22. Where can I get my thesis

bound?

The Yellow Pages contain lists of book

binders. These firms will know the

requirements for binding theses. They will

also be best placed to provide information

about the cost. Students should allow

sufficient time for binding. Time and cost

may vary depending on the firm used.

23. What additional

information i.e. film / audio

can be added as integral to

the written component e.g.

via DVD/CD RoM?

This is a matter to be discussed and

resolved with your supervisors.

24. How will additional

information be weighted in

terms of word length?

This is a matter to be discussed and

resolved with your supervisors.

25. What are the advantages

to the candidate of

submitting hardbound vs

spiral bound copies for

examination?

Students can submit hard or softbound

copies for examination. There is no

difference at this point except perhaps time

and cost.

26. Are examiners likely to

view a hardbound copy

differently?

No

27. What are the word limits

for postgraduate papers?

For papers without written final

examinations, including research reports

and theses, the following word limits are

suggested.

15 Credits 5000-6000 words

30 Credits 8000-10,000 words

60 Credits 15,000-20,000 words

90 Credits 20,000-30,000 words

120 Credits 30,000-40,000 words

Your supervisors will let you know if

narrower ranges apply within your specific

discipline.

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28. At what point should the

electronic file of the Master’s

thesis be submitted: before

examination, or at final

deposit?

The digital copy of the thesis should be

submitted with the hardbound copies after

examination.

Submission Process for Theses 63 - 64

29. What is the submission

process for theses?

See University Guidelines for the

Submission of Theses (page 63) and

College Guidelines for the Submission of

Research Reports (page 65) in the College

of Humanities & Social Sciences

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Postgraduate Handbook or

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning

/colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_bookle

ts.cfm

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30. In detail, how does the

examination process for

theses work?

After the thesis is submitted, the Head of

School as Chief Examiner will normally

appoint an internal and an external

examiner. After receiving the examiners’

reports, the Chief Examiner will convene

a meeting to discuss the reports and

determine the final thesis grade. Students

normally receive the full examiners’

reports, without the names, institutions, or

recommended grades of the individual

examiners

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31. What are the criteria

according to which my thesis

will be graded?

Each Head of School will have guidelines

and criteria which they will ask the

examiners to follow in broad brush outline

when they write their reports. Examiners

are likely to be asked to consider, for

example, the purpose of the research, the

methodology and relevance of the project,

the validity of the evidence, the quality of

the argumentation and the overall

contribution of the research to the

specialist field. Depending on the subject,

there may be other or additional criteria

that will be given to the examiners. Your

supervisors are best placed to provide

guidance for you on how to prepare a

thesis that will meet the expectations of

your examiners.

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a thesis need a statement from

their supervisor to the effect

that, in their opinion, the

student’s work is of a quality

suitable for submission?

No, but you should work closely with

your supervisor to reach agreement on

when your work is ready to be examined.

33. Can a student submit a

thesis against the advice of

their supervisor?

Yes, but it would be very much better to

resolve any differences of opinion so that

such a situation does not arise. If there are

difficulties, students should discuss any

issues with their supervisors, the

Postgraduate Co-ordinators for their

subjects or the Head of School.

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34. If problems arise, could

my chief supervisor signal to

the Head of School in writing

that in their opinion the thesis

is not of sufficient quality to

be sent out for examination?

Yes, but again students should seek to

resolve any issues that arise in the course

of their work with their supervisors,

Postgraduate Co-ordinator or Head of

School.

35. Can a thesis report be

resubmitted if I receive a low

grade?

A pass grade for a report or thesis means

that it cannot be remarked. However, if a

report or a thesis receives a fail grade, it

may be submitted once again for

remarking at the discretion of the Chief

Examiner (Head of School).

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Arts Postgraduate Degrees, Diplomas and

Certificates

Programme Credits

Bachelor of Arts with Honours

Defence Studies Economics

Education

English

Geography

History

Maori Studies

Mathematics

Media Studies

Nursing

Philosophy

Politics

Psychology

Social Anthropology

Social Policy

Sociology

Statistics

Candidates shall follow an approved

course of study to a minimum value of

120 credits and satisfy all course

requirements in one of the subject areas

listed. The course of study must include a

Research Report of at least 30 credits.

Master of Arts

Defence and Strategic Studies

Development Studies

Economics

Education

Emergency Management

English

Geography

History

Japanese Note 1

Linguistics Note 1

Maori Studies

Mathematics

Media Studies

Museum Studies

Nursing

Philosophy

Politics

Psychology

Rehabilitation

Religious Studies Note 1

Second Language Teaching

Social Anthropology

Candidates shall follow a course of study

totalling 240 credits normally comprising

papers to a value of 120 credits (in one of

the subjects listed in the Schedule) plus a

thesis (or other approved research-based

work) to a value of 120 credits.

Candidates who have already completed a

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree or a

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts may be

eligible to complete the MA by thesis in

the same subject area.

Note 1: Available only for the 120 credit

MA by thesis.

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Social Policy

Sociology

Statistics

Visual and Material Culture

Women’s Studies Note 1

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Defence and Strategic Studies

Disability Studies Note 2

Economics

Education

English

Geography

Geographic Information Systems

History

Maori Studies

Mathematics

Media Studies

Philosophy

Politics

Psychology

Public Policy

Social Anthropology

Social Policy

Social Work

Sociology

Statistics

Visual and Material Culture

Women’s Studies Note 2

To qualify for the award of the Diploma

each candidate shall normally pass a

selection of 700-level papers to a total of

120 credits from those offered in one of

the subject areas listed.

Note 2: Closed to new enrolments from

2011.

Postgraduate Certificate in Arts

Awarded without endorsement

The course shall consist of a minimum of

60 approved postgraduate credits from the

schedules for the Bachelor of Arts

(Honours), Master of Arts or the

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts. The 60

credits shall normally be selected from a

single subject area

Graduate Diploma in Arts

Chinese Note 3

Classical Studies

Defence Studies

Economics

Education

Educational Psychology

English

Environmental Studies

Geography

To qualify for the award of the Graduate

Diploma in Arts, a student must pass

papers at 200-level and 300-level to a

total of at least 120 credits, with at least

75 credits above 200-level. All 120

credits must be taken from Part II of the

Schedule for the Bachelor of Arts degree.

In exceptional circumstances, 700-level

Arts credits may be included.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts is

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History

Japanese Note 3

Linguistics

Maori Studies Note 3

Mathematics

Media Studies

Music

Philosophy

Politics

Psychology

Social Anthropology

Social Policy

Sociology

Spanish Note 3

Statistics

normally completed with endorsement in

one of the subject areas listed. To qualify

for the award of the Diploma with an

endorsement a student must pass at least

90 credits from papers listed for a major

subject in the Bachelor of Arts schedule,

with at least 60 credits at 300-level.

Subject to approval by the Academic

Director of the College, the Graduate

Diploma in Arts may be completed

without endorsement.

Note 3: Available on a part-time basis

only.

Graduate Certificate in Arts To qualify for the award of the

Certificate, a candidate shall pass papers

at 200- and 300-level to a total of at least

60 credits, with at least 45 credits at 300-

level. All 60 credits must be taken from

Part II of the Schedule for the Bachelor of

Arts degree.

The Graduate Certificate in Arts may be

endorsed in a subject area. The subject

areas offered as endorsements are those

subject areas available as majors in the

Bachelor of Arts degree. Endorsements

may also be offered in some subject areas

available as minors in the Bachelor of

Arts degree.

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Named Postgraduate Degrees, Diplomas and

Certificates

Programme Credits

Bachelor Honours Degrees

Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)

120

Masters’ Degrees

Master of Applied Social Work (subject to CUAP approval)

Master of Creative Writing

Master of Defence Studies

Master of Health Science

Master of Māori Visual Arts

Master of Nursing

Master of Public Health

Master of Public Policy

Master of Resource and Environmental Planning

Master of Social Work

All 240 credits

Postgraduate Diplomas

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology Note 4

Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies

Postgraduate Diploma in Discursive Therapies Note 2

Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science

Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial/Organisational Psychology

Note 4

Postgraduate Diploma in Māori Visual Arts

Postgraduate Diploma in Museum Studies

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Planning

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Practice Note 4

Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health

Postgraduate Diploma in Rehabilitation

Postgraduate Diploma in Second Language Teaching

Postgraduate Diploma in Social Sector Evaluation Research

Postgraduate Diploma in Social Service Supervision

Toku Reo Toku Oha, The Postgraduate Diploma in Te Reo Māori

Postgraduate Diploma in Whānau Development

All 120 credits

Note 4: Post-masterate

diplomas

Postgraduate Certificate

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Dual Diagnosis)

Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing

Postgraduate Certificate in Planning

Postgraduate Certificate in Whānau Development

All 60 credits

Graduate Diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management

Graduate Diploma in Māori Development Note 2

All 120 credits

HSS GSC 10/118

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College Contacts

As at October 2010

Email: postgradhumsocsci@massey.ac.nz

Phone: 09 414 0800 Ext 82173

06 356 9099 Ext 82173

04 801 5700 Ext 82173

Web: http://humsocsci.massey.ac.nz

Postal:

Diane Davies

Academic Administrator (Postgraduate)

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Massey University

Private Bag 11 222

Palmerston North

Further Information:

For academic advice students should consult the programme / graduate coordinator in their

School.

For administrative advice students should contact Diane Davies (Academic Administrator,

Postgraduate) in the first instance (contact details above).

Massey University provides a Postgraduate Guidebook. This is available at:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/research/phd-administration/doctoral-degree-

administration/postgraduate-guidebook/postgraduate-guidebook_home.cfm

The School in which you are studying may also have a postgraduate handbook specific to

your programme and you should contact your School for further information.

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Library Information

As a student of the Humanities and Social Sciences, possibly the major resource for you in

your studies will be the services and collections of the Library.

Massey University has extensive collections of print and online material – books,

encyclopaedias, journals, journal article databases, CDs, videos, DVDs, theses. They are all

listed in the Library’s catalogue, which can be accessed through the Library’s home page at

http://library.massey.ac.nz/. Click on the Library for Postgraduates to find out what the

Library can do for you (http://library/massey/research/library/the-library-for/the-library-for-

postgraduates/the-library-for-postgraduates_home.cfm)

Library access If you are enrolled for a thesis or research report and you live near a campus, you are

expected to visit that campus library to access books, journals, photocopying and other

library services. If, however, you live a significant distance from a campus, you may be

eligible to receive distance library services. Please contact the Distance Library Service – by

phone: 0800 MASSEY (0800 627739) and ask for the Library, or by e-mail:

Library@massey.ac.nz

Books The book collections are extensive as the Library is funded to keep abreast of the publishing

output in all subjects taught at Massey in the social sciences and humanities. You are able to

use material from any of Massey’s three campus libraries. As a postgraduate student you may

borrow up to 75 books at a time. The loan period is eight weeks. In addition you can borrow

books through BONUS+. This is a free service giving you access to 4 million more books

from a number of Australian university libraries.

Journals The Library also holds extensive journal collections in the social sciences and humanities.

These days, increasing numbers of journals are online. We also subscribe to a number of

social science journal article databases to enable you to find journal articles on your topic.

Use the Subject Guides on the Library’s home page to identify and link to these databases

and to other resources appropriate to your subject.

Research consultations As a graduate student you will probably be trying to find pretty near all the published

material on your subject. This can seem quite a daunting task, particularly if you haven’t

done it before - or if you haven’t done it for a while. You may want to take advantage of our

Research Consultation Service. One of our Liaison Librarians can give you a one hour

session providing advice on identifying and using relevant reference sources. We can do this

in person, on the phone with and without sharing computer screens (broadband required), or

via email. This is a free service. Ask at any Massey University campus library. We urge you

to make use of this service.

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Endnote You’ll need to organise your references while you’re preparing your literature review.

Endnote is a programme designed to take the drudgery out of this task. More and more

students and staff are using Endnote to help them with their academic writing and the Library

offers support and training. Click on Endnote on the Library’s home page for more

information.

Interlibrary Loan Any material not held by Massey University Libraries can be acquired for you. The cost of

this service is $5 per article or book.

Distance Library Service The Distance Library Service delivers course related library materials to the homes of eligible

students (usually students studying predominantly block mode or extramural courses). More

information about this is available on the Library’s Home Page or by contacting the Distance

Library Service by phone: 0800 MASSEY (0800 627739) and ask for the Library, or by e-

mail: Library@massey.ac.nz.

Liaison Librarians We are your Liaison Librarians. We offer support, advice and training for students in the use

of the Library’s collections and services. Make use of us! Best wishes for your study and we

hope to hear from you or see you in the Library.

Auckland Campus Jane Clark +64 (9) 414 0808 ext 41080 J.Clark@massey.ac.nz

Manawatu Campus Di Barnard +64 (6) 356 9099 ext 7490 D.E.Barnard@massey.ac.nz

Nicola McCarthy +64 (6) 356 9099 ext 7490 N.McCarthy@massey.ac.nz

Spencer Lilley +64 (6) 356 9099 ext 4851 S.C.Lilley@massey.ac.nz

Wellington Campus Heather Da Vanzo +64 (4) 801 2794 ext 6712 H.DaVanzo@massey.ac.nz

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Resource Minima for Postgraduate Students at

Massey University

The following list presents the resources available on campus for the research-related

activities of all postgraduate students. Access to the resources is likely to be shared.

Study space

Toll-barred phone

Research funds: provided that the project meets the College and/or departmental

guidelines and funding priorities, you may be eligible to apply for

contestable funds

A computer with word-processing facilities

A printer (student may be responsible for the provision of paper)

Email and Internet (student may be responsible for user charges)

Photocopier and fax (student may be responsible for service charges)

The following list presents the resources available on campus for the research-related

activities of postgraduate students completing a thesis. Access to the resources is likely to be

shared.

Study space

Toll-barred phone

Research funds: provided that the project meets the College and/or departmental

guidelines and funding priorities, you will be able to apply for support

from contestable funds

A computer with word-processing facilities

A printer (student may be responsible for the provision of paper)

Email and Internet

Fax

Library Interloans and photocopying subject to the maximum entitlement specified by

the College, Department, Institute or School

A common room

If you require more information regarding this, please contact your School Graduate

Coordinator.

Source: Massey University Policy Guide

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Teaching, Learning and Distance Education Centres

There is a Teaching, Learning and Distance Education Centre at each campus. Staff within

these Centres are able to assist students to meet their learning needs and achieve academic

excellence, through:

One-to-one and small group consultations with learning advisors, mentors and peer

tutors

Introductory assignment writing and study skills programmes, held before or at the

start of each semester

Free seminars on assignment writing and academic skills development, held during

each semester

A range of diverse programmes and services tailored to meet the specific learning

needs of Maori, Pacific, postgraduate, extramural and international students

The publication of learning resources on topics such as essay and report writing,

referencing, time management, memory skills, making a presentation, and preparation

for exams.

The Teaching, Learning, and Distance Education Centres provide a wide range of services for

distance students. These include:

Online Writing and Learning http://owll.massey.ac.nz/

Academic Support

On -campus workshops

Regional Seminars

Assignments Pre-Reading Service

You can find more information on the services provided by the TLDE Centres at:

http://learning.massey.ac.nz/

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COLLEGE GUIDELINES

AND

PROCEDURES

General Information for all Students and Staff

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Definitions and Guidelines for Teaching Delivery

Modes for Postgraduate Taught Papers, College of

Humanities and Social Sciences

Background

Postgraduate teaching and research is recognised as one of the distinguishing features of

university education. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a wide range of

postgraduate programmes, with qualifications at Certificate, Diploma and Degree level,

spanning both traditional Arts subjects and a diverse array of professional/applied subjects.

Over time, as the College and its postgraduate programmes have expanded and diversified

(across both subject areas and campuses), the modes of teaching delivery have also

diversified. In the interests of equity for students, and clarity of understanding for staff,

consistency in terminology and practice is desirable. The Definitions and Guidelines

proposed below should assist in achieving this goal. They apply only to taught postgraduate

papers.

Three principles underpin the Definitions and Guidelines:

1. That students enrolled in postgraduate papers should be offered high-quality

teaching to promote their learning.

2. Although mode of delivery imposes certain constraints, equivalence in the extent

of teaching contact time across different modes of delivery should be sought.

3. Discussion and interaction between teacher and students, and amongst students, is

an important hallmark of postgraduate education that promotes the development

of a culture of scholarship. Such interaction may occur via face-to-face contact, or

via equivalent online formats.

Definitions and Guidelines

Three modes of teaching delivery are currently recognised: Block, Extramural and Internal.

Each mode is defined below, accompanied by guidelines regarding the nature and quantity of

associated contact time, and the supporting materials provided to students. Regardless of

mode of delivery, all papers observe the normal start and end dates of semesters.

Block Mode

Teaching is delivered in one or more extended face-to-face sessions on a Massey campus, at

which attendance is absolutely compulsory. The teaching contact time for a block mode paper

extends over larger blocks of time, but the total amount of teaching time is what is usually

associated with an internal mode paper. The following guidelines provide the total amount of

required teaching contact in block course papers. It is expressed in hours and days. The

conversion from hours to days is based on six hours of teaching per day. (Note: The critical

value is hours, so if a teaching day is longer than six hours, then fewer days of teaching

would be required.) Normally, attendance at block teaching sessions is both preceded and

followed by private study, which may include assessment components. Assessment

components may also occur during the block teaching sessions. Before and after block

courses, students will have contact with the teacher through virtual office hours, or through

online or phone consultations.

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Guidelines for Required Teaching Contact Time:

15-credit papers should have typically between 24 – 30 hours (4 – 5 days) of face-to-

face teaching contact.

30-credit papers should have typically between 48 – 60 hours (8 – 10 days) of face-to-

face teaching contact.

Required Supporting Material:

Administration Handbook containing such information as learning outcomes,

assessment structure and course assignments, teaching programme and block course

schedule, and bibliography.

Books of Readings, if they are applicable.

Optional Supporting Material and Teaching:

Study Guides

Additional web-based teaching

Extramural Mode

Teaching is delivered at a distance, via study guides and supporting materials that are sent to

students. Papers delivered in extramural mode will offer interactive learning for the class

through one of the following means: (a) through contact courses, or (b) through online media

and/or other distance technologies, or (c) through a combination of these. Students will have

contact with the teacher throughout the duration of the paper through virtual office hours, or

through online or phone consultations.

Guidelines for Required Interactive Learning Time:

It is expected that all students will engage in interactive learning:

15-credit papers should have typically between 12 – 18 hours of interactive learning.

30-credit papers should have typically between 24 – 36 hours of interactive learning.

Required Teaching and Supporting Material:

Administration Handbook containing such information as learning outcomes,

assessment structure and course assignments, teaching programme and bibliography.

Study Guides

Books of Readings, if they are applicable.

Optional Teaching

Additional teaching may be provided through contact courses that are voluntary or

strongly recommended, or through online contact.

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Internal Mode

Teaching is delivered in regular face to face sessions on a Massey campus. Sessions are held

on a weekly or at least a fortnightly basis. Class contact time per week is determined by the

credit value of the paper (15 or 30 credits) and the duration (one or two semesters).

Guidelines for Required Teaching Contact:

15 credits, single semester 2 to 2.5 hours per week (24 -- 30 hours total)

15 credits, double semester 1 to 1.25 hours per week (24 -- 30 hours total)

30 credits, single semester 4 to 5 hours per week (48 -- 60 hours total)

30 credits, double semester 2 to 2.5 hours per week (48 -- 60 hours total)

Required Supporting Materials:

Administration Handbook containing such information as learning outcomes,

assessment structure and course assignments, teaching programme and course schedule,

and bibliography.

Books of Readings, if they are applicable.

Optional Supporting Materials:

Study Guides

On-line components

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/136

Approved: 21/11/08

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Admission and Progression for College

Qualifications

Part A: Criteria for Admission to Postgraduate Qualifications in

the Arts

Effective 1 December 2009

The following general principles specify the criteria for admission to Postgraduate

Qualifications in Arts in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Exceptions to the

criteria may be made, subject to the proper exercise of academic discretion.

Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts and the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

is open to students who have completed one of the following minimum pre-requisites,

at an appropriate level of academic achievement:

o A Bachelor’s degree, with a minor or equivalent in the intended postgraduate

subject; the minor in the proposed subject of study must include at least 30 credits

at 300-level.

o A Bachelor’s degree followed by a Graduate Certificate in Arts endorsed in the

intended postgraduate subject; the endorsed Graduate Certificate in Arts must

have all 60 credits in the intended postgraduate subject.

o A Bachelor’s degree followed by a Graduate Diploma in Arts endorsed in the

intended postgraduate subject;

Admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts and the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

in the subject area Psychology follows the requirements for Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

or Master of Arts (240 credits)

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Master of Arts (240 credits)

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and the Master of Arts (240 credits) is

open to students who have completed one of the following minimum pre-requisites, at

an appropriate level of academic achievement:

o A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, with a major in the intended

postgraduate subject;

o A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, with a minor in the intended

postgraduate subject followed by a Graduate Certificate in Arts endorsed in the

intended postgraduate subject.

o A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, followed by a Graduate Diploma

of Arts in the intended postgraduate subject.

Master of Arts (120 credits

Admission to the 120-credit Master of Arts (by thesis) is open to students who have

been awarded either of the following:

o A Bachelor of Arts (Honours) with an endorsement in the same subject as that in

which the thesis will be done;

o A Postgraduate Diploma in Arts with an endorsement in the same subject as that

in which the thesis will be done;

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Academic Achievement

Grade Point Average (GPA) is used as evidence of academic achievement. The

College requirements are as follows:

o For admission to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Master of Arts (240 credits), the

GPA requirement is at least 5.0 (B) across the 300-level papers taken towards the

relevant major;

o For admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts or the Postgraduate Diploma

in Arts, for students who have completed a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Graduate

Diploma in Arts, the GPA requirement is at least 4.0 (B-) across the 300-level

papers taken towards the relevant major/endorsement.

o For admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts or the Postgraduate Diploma

in Arts, for students who have completed a Bachelors degree other than Arts, the

GPA requirement is at least 5.0 (B) across all papers taken towards the relevant

minor, or across all papers taken towards the Graduate Certificate in Arts.

o For progression from the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts and Bachelor of Arts

(Honours) to the Master of Arts by thesis, the GPA requirement is 5.0 (B) in the

700-level papers taken towards the qualification.

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Diagrammatic Representation of Postgraduate Pathways

(showing minimum pre-requisites)

* Admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts or Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in

Psychology requires the prior completion of a Psychology major or equivalent

(Graduate Diploma in Arts, or minor plus Graduate Certificate in Arts).

Document Reference: HSS CB 09/180 (Rev 09.11.09)

Approved 20/11/09

English Language Requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts and the

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking university must

demonstrate English language competence equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least

6.5 with no band lower than 6.

English Language Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and the Master of

Arts

Students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking university must

demonstrate English language competence equivalent to an overall IELTS score of at least

7.0 with no band lower than 6.5.

Undergraduate

Degree

Containing Postgraduate Pathway

Bachelor of Arts

Major BA (Hons)

or

BA (Hons) + MA by thesis

or

MA (240 credits)

or

PGDipArts

or

PGDipArts + MA by thesis

Bachelor of Arts

Minor, followed by GCertArts

Bachelor of Arts Followed by GDipArts

Bachelor’s degree

Minor

PGDip Arts

*

MA by thesis

Bachelor’s degree Followed by GCertArts

or GDipArts

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Part B: Admission to Named Postgraduate Qualifications

Effective from 1 November 2007

1. Entry to named Graduate Diplomas (Emergency Management) requires

Completed Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (or admission with Equivalent

Status at graduate level) with GPA determined by admitting programme, and/or

professional experience requirements appropriate to the qualification

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5).

2. Entry to named Postgraduate Certificates (Health Science, Nursing, Planning,

Whanau Development ) requires

Completed Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (or Admission with

Equivalent Status at graduate level) with GPA determined by admitting

programme, plus professional experience requirements appropriate to the

qualification

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0).

3. Entry to the following Postgraduate Diplomas

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Development Studies

Maori Visual Arts

Museum Studies

Nursing

Planning

Public Health

Rehabilitation

Second Language Teaching

Social Sector Evaluation Research

Social Service Supervision

Te Reo Maori (Toku Reo Toku Oha)

Whanau Development

requires

A completed Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (or Admission with

Equivalent Status at graduate level) with GPA determined by admitting

programme, and/or professional experience requirements appropriate to the

qualification

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0).

4. Entry to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science normally requires

Completed Bachelor of Health Science degree, with a major in the subject

proposed for Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science study.

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GPA of at least 4.0 (B-) across the 300-level majoring papers.

For students whose qualifying degree/diploma was not completed at an English-

speaking university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent

to an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0).

5. Entry to the Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) normally requires

Completed Bachelor of Health Science degree, with a major in the subject

proposed for BHlthSc (Hons) study.

GPA of at least 6.0 (B+) across the 300-level majoring papers.

For students whose qualifying degree/diploma was not completed at an English-

speaking university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent

to an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no band lower than 6.5).

6. Entry to the following named Masterate degrees

Applied Social Work (subject to CUAP approval November 2010)

Defence Studies

Maori Visual Arts

Nursing

Public Policy

Resource and Environmental Planning

Social Work

requires

A completed Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (or Admission with

Equivalent Status at graduate level) with GPA determined by admitting

programme, plus professional experience requirements appropriate to the

qualification.

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0).

7. Entry to the Master of Creative Writing requires

A completed Bachelor of Arts with Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Arts or

an equivalent qualification in Creative Writing, Expressive Arts or English, or in

exceptional circumstances have been awarded or qualified for another degree as

approved by Academic Board;

A portfolio of creative writing of sufficient substance and quality.

8. Entry to the Master of Health Science requires

A completed Bachelor of Health Science degree, with a GPA of at least 5.0.

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no band lower than 6.5).

9. Entry to the Master of Public Health requires

A completed Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, with a GPA of at least 5.0.

For students whose qualifying degree was not completed at an English-speaking

university, demonstration of English language competence (equivalent to an

overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no band lower than 6.5).

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Part C: Progression between Named Postgraduate Qualifications

Effective from 1 November 2007

1. Completion of named Postgraduate Certificates

Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science may allow

progression to the Postgraduate Diploma in Rehabilitation, , the Master of Arts,

or the Master of Philosophy, depending on prior qualifications and the GPA

achieved.

Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing may allow progression to

the Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or to the Master of Nursing, depending on

the GPA achieved.

Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Planning may allow progression to

the Postgraduate Diploma in Planning or the Master of Resource and

Environmental Planning, depending on the GPA achieved.

Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Whanau Development may allow

progression to the Postgraduate Diploma Whanau Development respectively,

depending on the GPA achieved.

2. Completion of the following Postgraduate Diplomas may allow progression to the

Master of Arts or Master of Philosophy as indicated below

Completed Postgraduate Diploma Relevant Endorsement

PGDip Development Studies Development Studies

PGDip Museum Studies Museum Studies

PGDip Rehabilitation Rehabilitation

PGDip Second Language Teaching Second Language Teaching

PGDip Social Sector Evaluation Research Social Policy

PGDip Te Reo Maori Maori Studies

Students who complete one of the named Postgraduate Diplomas with a GPA of

at least 5.0 (B), and who entered the Postgraduate Diploma with a BA or a

GDipArts in the named or a closely related subject, will be eligible to apply to

Transfer the papers to the MA (240 credits), with the commencement date

of the named Postgraduate Diploma regarded as the commencement date of

the MA

Proceed to the MA by thesis only (120 credits), following the award of the

named Postgraduate Diploma

Students who complete one of the named Postgraduate Diplomas with a GPA of

at least 5.0 (B), and who entered the Postgraduate Diploma with any other

Bachelor’s qualification, will be eligible to apply to

Transfer the papers to the MPhil (240 credits), with the commencement

date of the Postgraduate Diploma regarded as the commencement date of

the MPhil

Proceed to the MPhil by thesis only (120 credits), following the award of

the named Postgraduate Diploma

Such transfer or progression may require the inclusion of an appropriate research

methods paper in the Diploma, or the completion of such a paper prior to or

concurrently with enrolment in the thesis.

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3. Completion of the following named Postgraduate Diplomas and the following

endorsements in the PGDipArts may allow progression to the relevant Masterate

degree as indicated below

Completed Postgraduate Diploma Relevant Masterate

PGDip Health Science Master of Health Science

PGDip Maori Visual Arts Master of Maori Visual Arts

PGDip Nursing Master of Nursing

PGDip Public Health Master of Public Health

PGDip Arts (Defence Studies) Master of Arts (Defence Studies) or

Master of Defence Studies

PGDip Planning Master of Resource and Environmental Planning

PGDip Arts (Public Policy) Master of Public Policy

PGDip Arts (Social Work) Master of Social Work or

Master of Applied Social Work

Progression to the relevant Masterate requires completion of the Postgraduate

Diploma with a GPA of at least 5.0 (B), and

Progression may require the inclusion of an appropriate theoretical paper and/or

an appropriate research methods paper in the Postgraduate Diploma, or the

completion of such a paper(s) prior to or concurrently with enrolment in the

Masterate coursework or thesis

Where the Postgraduate Diploma has been awarded, surrender may be required

before the Masters degree can be awarded.

4. The following Postgraduate Diplomas have been designed as “stand-alone”

diplomas. Each has specific entry requirements, and completion does not

normally allow progression to MA, MPhil, or named Masterate programmes.

Students who wish to proceed to Masterate-level study should seek academic

advice prior to commencing the diploma.

PGDip Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

PGDip Discursive Therapies

PGDip Social Service Supervision

5. The following Postgraduate Diplomas are post-masterate diplomas, and require

prior completion of a Masters (or Doctoral) degree for entry. Hence there is no

“progression” to masterate level study.

PGDip Clinical Psychology

PGDip Industrial/Organisational Psychology

PGDip Psychological Practice

Document Reference: HSS CB 07/116

Approved: 26/10/07

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Part Time or Full Time Study

Most postgraduate programmes in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences are

available for either part-time or full-time study. The choice between part-time and full-time

study is an important one, and should be made carefully at the outset of your programme.

You should take into consideration your personal commitments, such as work and/or family

responsibilities, as well as your academic goals.

Full-time study is defined as enrolment in 105 credits or more during a 12 month period

(either Feb to Feb, or July to July). Part-time study is defined as 90 credits or less during a 12

month period (either Feb to Feb, or July to July). The College recognises that the distribution

of papers across semesters sometimes means that a part-time student will have more credits in

one semester than another, and hence our definition is based on the 12 month period.

You should also be aware of the following:

1. Postgraduate qualifications can be awarded with honours or distinction for high levels

of academic achievement, provided that all requirements have been completed within

defined time limits. The applicable time limits differ for full-time and part-time

students. See the section on Time Limits.

2. The choice between full-time and part-time student status affects your eligibility for

student allowances. Normally, part-time students are not eligible to receive student

allowances, although they may be eligible for student loans. If you have questions or

concerns about your eligibility for loans and/or allowances, please contact StudyLink

on 0800 88 99 00.

3. The choice between part-time and full-time status may affect your eligibility for certain

scholarships and awards, as some are only available to full-time students. For details,

please see the Massey University awards web site at http://awards.massey.ac.nz.

4. For students completing a Masterate thesis as part of their qualification, the choice

between full-time and part-time study will affect which thesis paper(s) you should enrol

for. If you are full-time you should take a 120-credit thesis paper (see Notes below). If

you are part-time you should take two 60-credit thesis papers, usually labelled Thesis

Part I and Thesis Part II (see Notes below).

5. For students completing qualifications which include a thesis you may change between

part-time and full-time before beginning your thesis. Once you have started your thesis

you cannot change. Please consider your commitments, current and future, carefully

before choosing whether to enrol part-time or full-time in your thesis. It is strongly

recommended that part-time students begin their thesis in February.

A list of subjects available for Masterate-level study in Humanities and Social Sciences

follows. Section A shows thesis numbers for the MA, and Section B show thesis numbers for

the named Masterates.

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Note 1: In some disciplines a full-time thesis is 90 credits and part time thesis is two 45

credit papers.

Note 2: If you were enrolled in a 120 credit thesis and are studying part-time, please

contact the Manawatu College Office for instructions regarding re-enrolments.

Section A - Master of Arts

Subject Full Time Part Time

Thesis Part I/A Part II/B

(120 credits) (60 credits) (60 credits)

Defence & Strategic Studies 149.899 149.894 149.895

Development Studies 131.899 131.816 131.817

Economics 178.899 178.897 178.898

Education 180.891 180.895 180.896

Emergency Management 130.899 130.816 130.817

English 139.899 139.816 139.817

Geography 145.899 145.897 145.898

History 148.899 148.816 148.817

Linguistics 172.899 172.816 172.817

Māori Studies 150.899 150.816 150.817

Mathematics 160.899 160.897 160.898

Media Studies 154.899 154.816 154.817

Museum Studies 167.899 167.816 167.817

Nursing 168.899 168.816 168.817

Philosophy 134.899 134.816 134.817

Politics 200.899 200.816 200.817

Psychology 175.899 175.894 175.896

Psychology 175.898 (90 cr) 175.895 (30 cr) 175.896 (60 cr)

Rehabilitation 147.899 147.816 147.817

Religious Studies 135.899 135.816 135.817

Second Language Teaching 272.899 272.816 272.817

Social Anthropology 146.899 146.816 146.817

Social Policy 279.899 279.816 279.817

Sociology 176.899 176.816 176.817

Statistics 161.899 161.897 161.898

Visual and Material Culture 197.899 197.816 197.817

Women’s Studies 170.899 170.816 170.817

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Section B - Named Masterates

Subject Full Time Part Time

Thesis Part I/A Part II/B

(120 credits) (60 credits) (60 credits)

Defence Studies 149.893 (90 cr) 149.892 (45 cr) 149.891 (45 cr)

Health Sciences

Environmental Health 214.899 214.897 214.898

Maori Health 150.899 150.816 150.817

Psychology 175.899 175.894 175.896

Rehabilitation 147.899 147.816 147.817

Sport & Exercise 234.899 234.897 234.898

Maori Visual Arts 150.821 150.825 150.826

Public Health 231.899 231.816 231.817

Public Policy 144.899 144.816 144.817

Resource & Environ Planning 132.899 132.815 132.816

Resource & Environ Planning 132.897 (90 cr)

Social Work 179.899 179.816 179.817

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Time Limits for Graduate Students

The following paragraphs outline regulations regarding time limits that apply to postgraduate

qualifications in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Note: Different programmes have different time limits dependent on whether you are full-

time or part-time. Therefore, it is important when you enrol to establish whether you

are full-time or part-time.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons)) 1. Full-time students must complete all the requirements within one (1) calendar year of

first enrolling.

2. Part-time students must complete all the requirements within three (3) consecutive

calendar years of first enrolling for part-time study.

Master of Arts (MA) 1. Students must complete all requirements within six (6) consecutive calendar years of

first enrolling for the degree.

2. Full-time students

To be eligible for Honours, students must complete all requirements within two (2)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for full-time study.

3. Part-time students

To be eligible for Honours, students must complete all requirements within five (5)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for part-time study.

4. Change of enrolment – full-time to part-time or vice versa

To be eligible for Honours, students must complete all requirements within four (4)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for the degree.

Master of Arts by Thesis only (MA) 1 Students must complete all requirements within four (4) consecutive calendar years of

first enrolling for the degree.

2. Full-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within one (1)

calendar year of first enrolling for full time study

3. Part-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within three (3)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for part time study.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) The regulations that relate to a particular master’s degree in the College of Humanities and

Social Sciences apply.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (PGDipArts) 1. There is no time limit for completion of this qualification.

2. Full-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within one (1)

calendar year of first enrolling for full time study

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3. Part-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within three (3)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for part time study.

Postgraduate Certificate in Arts (PGCertArts) There is no time limit for completion of this qualification.

Graduate Diploma in Arts (GDipArts) 1. There is no time limit for completion of this qualification.

2. Full-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within one (1)

calendar year of first enrolling for full time study

3. Part-time students

To be eligible for Distinction, students must complete all requirements within three (3)

consecutive calendar years of first enrolling for part time study.

For all other qualifications please refer to the Calendar – specific regulations may apply

which will impact on your programme of study.

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Extensions, Suspensions, Withdrawals and Other

Administrative Procedures

There are various avenues available for students who due to exceptional circumstances need

to extend the deadline for completion of their postgraduate work. Please consult with your

paper coordinator, your research supervisor, or your School Graduate/Programme coordinator

to discuss which is the appropriate procedure for your circumstances. These include the

following:

1. Extension for Assessment Components in Taught Papers a. If you are unable to complete an assignment or other assessment component by

the due date due to unforeseen circumstances, contact your paper coordinator to

discuss an extension.

b. A formal application for extension is not usually required, but you may be asked

to provide appropriate evidence (medical certificate, statement from employer,

death notice) regarding your circumstances.

c. If circumstances warrant, it may be possible to arrange an extension beyond the

end date of the paper. If this occurs, the paper coordinator will award a Not

Finalised (NF) grade at the end of semester.

2. Extensions for Research Components and/or Overall Programme a. An extension of time may be appropriate when you have been unable to meet the

normal deadlines to complete your programme of study due to unforeseen

circumstances outside of your control. Such circumstances may be personal (such

as illness, injury, or bereavement) or related to your research (such as delays in

obtaining ethical approval, or delays in recruiting participants).

b. Applications for extension must be made before the relevant deadline. For

students whose programmes commenced in Semester 1, this will normally be 28

February. For students whose programmes commenced in Semester 2, this will

normally be 30 June.

c. Extensions are normally for a period of one to two months; longer periods of

extension may be approved if justified by the circumstances.

d. If an extension longer than one month is approved for the completion of a

research component, then you will be re-enrolled in the thesis or research report

at the time the extension is approved, and you will be required to re-enrol for the

additional period of study and to pay the fees appropriate to your re-enrolment.

e. Please use the College’s Application for Extension form, which is reproduced in

appendix C, and can be downloaded from:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_booklets.cfm

3. Suspensions a. A suspension may be appropriate when study is prevented for a period of time

(normally exceeding one month in duration) due to unforeseen circumstances,

such as illness or injury, bereavement, family responsibilities, work

commitments, and so forth. A suspension “stops the clock” in your programme of

study, so that you are not penalised for circumstances that are outside of your

control.

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b. Applications should be made as soon as you realise that your studies will be

prevented for a period of time. Applications prior to the suspension period are

preferred, but retrospective applications will also be considered.

c. Normally, the maximum period of suspension is one year, but longer periods of

suspension may be approved if circumstances warrant. The College does not

normally consider applications for periods of suspension of less than one month.

d. Where a suspension application is approved, qualification completion dates are

consequently amended. You will be advised in writing of the amended dates. A

separate application for an extension of time is not required.

e. During the period of suspension, you are not entitled to receive tuition or

supervision, to access or receive any university services, or to initiate/continue

data collection.

f. If you are enrolled in a thesis component, then you may be required to maintain

your thesis enrolment during your period of suspension. Depending on your

particular circumstances, it may be possible to carry forward tuition fees paid in

one year to a subsequent enrolment period. You will be advised of the

requirements that apply in your situation.

g. Please use the College’s Application for Suspension form, which is reproduced in

Appendix D, and can be downloaded from:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_booklets.cfm

4. Carry Forward of Postgraduate Registration a. If you apply for an extension of time or a suspension of studies on the grounds of

exceptional circumstances, and your application is approved, you may be advised

to apply for Carry Forward of Postgraduate Registration.

b. Applications are subject to payment of an application fee and approval by the

Academic Director. No further tuition fees are due for the period to which

registration is carried forward. The Carry Forward of Postgraduate Registration

application form can be downloaded from:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/colleges/college-humanities-social-

sciences/study/postgrad/pg_admin_booklets.cfm

c. Students who were enrolled on a part-time basis in a 120-credit thesis option

should apply for Carry Forward of Postgraduate Registration for their second year

of thesis enrolment. To be eligible, a part-time classification must have been

established at the commencement of the thesis.

5. Withdrawals from Taught Papers If you decide to withdraw from a taught paper, the consequences depend on the date of

withdrawal relative to the duration of the paper.

a. If you withdraw before 10% of the tuition period has elapsed, there will be

neither academic nor financial penalty. Tuition fees will be refunded, and the

paper will not appear on your formal academic record.

b. If you withdraw before 75% of the tuition period has elapsed, there will be no

academic penalty but you will remain liable for tuition fees for the paper. The

paper will appear as WD on your formal academic record.

c. If you withdraw after 75% of the tuition period has elapsed, there will be an

academic penalty and you will remain liable for tuition fees for the paper. The

paper will appear with a failing grade (DNC) on your formal academic record.

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Note:

If you need to withdraw due to critical personal circumstances (illness, injury,

bereavement, or other traumatic event), then you should also submit a Fee Appeal. If

your Fee Appeal is upheld, then the fees you have paid will be transferred to the next

academic year. Contact the College office at your campus of study to obtain further

information about Fee Appeals.

6. Withdrawals from Thesis Papers If you are considering withdrawing from a thesis, you should contact the programme /

graduate coordinator in your School to discuss the implications. If you decide to

proceed with your withdrawal you must contact the HSS Postgraduate Administrator

(refer pg 17 for contact details) to action the withdrawal. Withdrawals from a thesis

cannot be actioned through any other channel. If you withdraw from a thesis this

means that you have abandoned the qualification, and a note to this effect will appear

on your academic record. This is a permanent decision and you cannot re-start the

thesis at a later date. Resumption of study towards the same qualification would

require a fresh application for admission.

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Class of Honours/Grade Point Average

(GPA)

The awarding of a postgraduate qualification with a class of honours, or with distinction, is

determined by the Grade Point Average (GPA) that a student achieves.

The procedure for calculating the Grade Point Average is as follows:

a. Each letter grade is assigned a grade point value, on a 0 to 9 scale, with fail grades

assigned a point value of 0, and A+ grades a point value of 9.

b. The grade point value is multiplied by the credit value of the paper, to give a weighted

grade point value.

c. The weighted grade point values are summed; this summation represents the numerator.

The credit values of all papers contributing to the qualification are summed; this

summation represents the denominator.

d. The numerator is divided by the denominator to yield the GPA.

e. The class of honours, or distinction, is determined according to the GPA, as follows:

GPA 7.0 or higher First Class Honours, or Distinction

GPA between 5.5 and 6.99 Second Class Honours, Division I

GPA between 4.0 and 5.49 Second Class Honours, Division II

GPA less than 4.00 Third Class Honours (for BA(Hons) only)

Note: Papers that are graded Pass/Fail are excluded from the GPA calculation.

In the majority of cases, calculation of the GPA is straightforward. When students complete

the minimum number of credits for the qualification, and pass all components on the first

attempt, the above formula is easily applied.

However, in circumstances where the academic record contains an aegrotat pass, a fail grade,

credit from other universities, and/or more than the minimum number of credits for the

qualification, additional rules for the calculation of GPA are required.

The following rules for GPA calculation will apply to students commencing qualifications

from 2003 onwards:

Aegrotat grades Where the academic record contains an aegrotat grade(s), it is treated in the same way as a

pass grade. That is, the credits associated with the paper are credited to the qualification, but

the aegrotat grade is not assigned a grade point value. The grade does not contribute to the

numerator of the GPA formula, and the credits associated with the paper do not contribute to

the denominator of the GPA formula. Thus, the student is neither advantaged nor

disadvantaged.

Fail grades Where the academic record contains a fail grade(s), with fail defined as D, E, F, or DNC, the

credits associated with the paper contribute to the denominator of the GPA calculation but not

to the numerator.

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Credit from other tertiary institutions Where a student has transferred credit from an incomplete qualification at another institution

to a Massey postgraduate qualification, the credits awarded are credited to the qualification,

but the grade(s) obtained at other institutions are not used in the calculation of the GPA. This

parallels the treatment of aegrotat and pass grades.

Credits above minimum requirements Where a student passes more than the minimum number of papers required for completion of

a qualification, all compulsory papers, together with those papers with the highest grades,

shall be used in the calculation of the GPA.

Grade

GPA Unit

Value of Grade

Class of Honours/Distinction

GPA Cutting Points

A+

A

A-

9

8

7

1st Class Honours/Distinction

7.00 - 9.00

B+ 6 2nd

Class Division I 5.50 - 6.99

B

B-

5

4

2nd

Class Division II

4.00 - 5.49

C+

C

3

2

Pass

(or for BA(Hons) and

BHlthSci(Hons) 3rd

Class

Honours)

less than 4.00

D 0 Fail

E 0 Fail

DNC 0 Fail

Document Reference: HSS CB 02/100

Approved: 27/09/02

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Graduation

If you have completed your qualification then you must apply to graduate:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/student-life/graduation/graduation.cfm. It is your

responsibility to make sure you submit your application before the closing dates as late

applications will NOT be accepted.

Postgraduate students who have submitted a thesis, or students waiting for results from

Summer School (Semester 3), may not receive their results before the closing date for

graduation applications. You will still need to apply before the closing date even if your

results have not arrived.

You can apply to graduate online, or download a paper application form, at:

http://graduation.massey.ac.nz/

Or you can obtain an application form by:

Phone: 0800 MASSEY (0800 627 739)

Email: contact@massey.ac.nz

Visit: Campus Information Centre

Post: Graduation Applications

NSATS

Massey University

Private Bag 11- 222

Palmerston North

You can choose to graduate:

In person - have your scroll presented to you in person at a graduation ceremony.

In absentia - graduate at a ceremony without attending. Your scroll will be posted out.

In Council - your degree, diploma or certificate will be awarded by the Academic Board at

one of their meetings and the scroll posted to you if you don't wish to attend.

At a Māori ceremony - your award can be made in absentia and your scroll will be held and

presented at a ceremony to honour Māori graduates (Albany and Manawatu only).

The following deadlines apply for students wishing to graduate in person:

Campus Ceremony Deadline

Albany April 1 February

Manawatu May 1 March

Manawatu November 1 September

Wellington May 1 March

Further information about graduating can be found on the following web page:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/student-life/graduation/graduation.cfm

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Note for students completing a thesis:

If you have completed a thesis and wish to graduate in person at one of the graduation

ceremonies you need to allow sufficient time for your thesis to be marked. A thesis can take

4-5 months to be marked. While you are entitled to take up to 28 February to submit your

thesis, if you submit in January or February your thesis will not be marked in time for you to

graduate in person at the April / May ceremonies. To allow sufficient time for marking you

should submit your thesis by 31 October of the preceding year. Final copies of your thesis

must be lodged with the Graduate Research School as per the University Guidelines for the

Submission of Theses (see page 63) before your Graduation application can be confirmed and

approved.

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COLLEGE GUIDELINES

AND

PROCEDURES

Information for Research Students and Staff

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Thesis Enrolment and Deadline for Submission

Thesis Enrolment

Students intending to enrol in a thesis should note the following information carefully.

Progression from Papers:

To progress on to the thesis, you will need to achieve a B average in the 120 credits of taught

papers.

Part-time vs Full-Time:

Before enrolling in your thesis paper you must consider carefully all your commitments,

personal and work, before deciding whether to enrol part-time or full-time. Once you have

committed to either part-time or full-time study for your thesis you will not be able to change.

Continuous Enrolment and Fees Payable:

Once you have commenced your enrolment in the thesis, you must re-enrol in the thesis paper

each and every year you are studying for your thesis and you must pay fees each and every

year. This requirement continues up to the submission of your thesis.

Deadline for Submission of Thesis

The thesis submission deadline for the majority of students is 28 February. If your thesis is

not submitted at that time then you will need to re-enrol for the following year, and pay the

appropriate tuition fees, provided that you have not exceeded the time limit for your degree

You will be advised of the deadline for thesis submission at the point when you are admitted

to a research postgraduate degree. If your submission deadline is amended due to an extension

or suspension, or your thesis enrolment commenced in July, you will be individually advised

of the submission deadline that applies. .

If you have any questions about your thesis submission deadline, please contact the

Manawatu College office for information.

If you wish to graduate in person at a May ceremony please refer to the section on Graduation

(page 51) for further information about timelines for submission of thesis.

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College Research Supervision Guidelines

1. Each School must have resources (human and financial) to support each graduate

student who is accepted for enrolment in a research programme, ie thesis or research

report or practicum. The research topic needs to be carefully defined bearing in mind

resources available.

2. Each student should be allocated at least one supervisor, but preferably, where possible,

two supervisors. These people may be requested by the student or allocated on the basis

of topic or method expertise. Allocation of supervisors is done taking cognisance of

workloads of staff that are able to supervise students.

3. Where two supervisors are allocated, they should be able to work together and not give

conflicting advice to the student being supervised. The role of each should be discussed

and outlined in the statement of expectations that is drawn up between the parties

concerned.

4. A statement of expectations should be drawn up between the student and the

supervisor(s) regarding such issues as frequency of meetings, means of contact, times of

contact, requirements for submission of written work, turnaround time for feedback on

written work, presentation of seminars, publications arising from the research. All

parties concerned should sign this statement. This statement may need to be revised as

the year progresses.

5. Procedures should be in place and made known to students and staff regarding the

support and mentoring available when staff and students encounter difficulties/problems

in the supervisory relationship.

6. All research students should have the opportunity to be integrated into the culture of the

school by means of presentation of seminars and attendance at seminars. This

expectation should be included in the information provided to prospective students.

7. Interim progress reports (twice yearly) for students enrolled in Masters’ theses or

research reports should be submitted to the School/Programme Graduate Coordinator.

This will enable them to ascertain progress of students and identify any issues that need

to be addressed in order to assist the student to complete the research in the required

timeframe, or to make other recommendations as appropriate.

8. Through students’ supervisors, each School should provide students enrolled in a

research report or thesis with clear written guidelines about academic requirements and

expectations, responsibilities and support sources as well as advice on how to avoid

plagiarism.

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9. Examination of research reports (30 and 60 credits) and theses (90 and 120 credits):

As a best practice guideline, a peer review process1 is recommended for internal

quality control of student theses/research reports before they are submitted for

examination.

All research reports shall be graded by two examiners, at least one of who shall be

independent of the research work, with external moderation.

External moderation requires an assessment of research reports by a person (or

persons) external to the university.

Moderation can mean in practice:

full external examination of all reports;

a selection of reports being examined externally;

a selection of reports being moderated externally on an annual basis;

a selection of reports moderated externally on the basis of a rolling review

and the review to be no more than a three-year cycle. (HSS GSC03/94, 3 September 2003)

All theses shall be graded by two examiners who are independent of the research

work and one of whom is external to the university.

People with expertise in the topic area, the method/methodology and, if possible,

experience in examining theses/research reports, should be invited to be

examiners.

Payment of examiners will be at the discretion of the Head of School.

Guidelines for the examination of the research reports or theses should be sent to

the examiners to give them an idea of the expectations of the School for reports or

theses of varying sizes, and information about the grading system used by the

University.

Students should be informed that research reports could take 4-8 weeks to be

examined.

Students should be informed that theses could take 4-5 months to be examined.

Each School should develop an appropriate process for dealing with discrepancies

in examiners’ reports, with the Head of School, as chief examiner, making the

final decision. (See Policy and Procedures for Examination Adjudication page

71.)

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/111

Approved: 26/09/08

1 A peer is an academic peer who has research supervision skills and experience in the crafting of theses/research

reports for examination and the examining of theses/research reports

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Policy on the Moderation of Postgraduate Papers

Research-based papers

Moderation of students’ research outputs by means of external examination is a means of

ensuring neutrality and informed oversight, free of the influences of the university at which

the student is enrolled and the supervision that has been provided. Current practice should

continue.

For both theses (90 credits or more) and research reports (up to 60 credits), two examiners are

required. For theses, both examiners must be independent of the research, and at least one

must be external to Massey. For research reports, at least one of the examiners must be

independent of the research.

Taught papers

Moderation for taught papers is a process by which a neutral but informed consideration is

given to the appropriateness of teaching and assessment practices of a paper to the discipline

within which it is taught and the level at which it is pitched, with the aim of ensuring that

papers offered maintain quality and recognised standing. For all taught postgraduate papers, a

system of moderation should be implemented by the School(s) or Centre(s) involved.

Moderation of taught papers should be undertaken by academics with a knowledge of the

discipline within which the paper is taught but who do not teach on the paper being

moderated. In normal circumstances, moderators would be people of recognised standing

external to Massey University and should be selected in consultation with the Head of

Programme/ Head of School or Centre.

Procedures for Moderation of taught papers

The system of moderation should be agreed between Heads of Schools or Centres, teaching

staff and moderator(s), but should involve at least one of the following, depending on the

needs of the programme involved:

Evaluation of paper outlines and assessment instruments

Moderation of a range of assessed samples of one or more completed assignments per

year, rotating to ensure regular moderation of assignments within the programme

Moderation of assessed samples of all assignments

Moderation of all work submitted by students

Moderation of all assessed assignments of selected students within a programme

according to defined criteria: for example, benchmarking of grades in the A range,

resolution of borderline grades, validation of student ranking in papers, cross-checking

of variations in individual student performance across papers.

Information provided to external moderators may include a reminder of the issue of

intellectual property in relation to the course materials.

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The moderation report should be passed on by the paper coordinator(s) to the Head of

Programme/Head of School or Centre. Should a moderator suggest changes to the existing

programme, the paper coordinator and Head of Programme/Head of School or Centre should

give serious consideration to these findings and, where they are accepted as a result, plan a

process for their implementation.

Moderation frequency should be at least once every four years for the programme and where

possible there should be rotation of external moderators.

For those taught papers which have an existing requirement for moderation by an external

body as part of their accreditation process, those requirements will override the College policy

on moderation.

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/118 (rev 21/11/08)

Approved: 21/11/08

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College Policy Regarding Research Supervisors and

Examiners

Purpose:

The objective of this policy is to ensure that the best possible supervisors and examiners are

appointed.

The criteria set out below are the ideals that should be considered when appointing

supervisors and examiners.

The components should be read as a whole rather than as single points in isolation.

Principles:

Supervisors should have expertise in the area proposed for study and the methodology

proposed for use by the candidate.

Examiners should have expertise in the area of the research report or thesis and the

methodology.

Policy:

Supervision

A research supervisor should normally

1. Hold a relevant degree at least equal in rank to that for which the candidate is

completing the research report or thesis.

2. Not be a member of the candidate’s immediate family, not be in an intimate personal

relationship with the candidate, and wherever possible, not be the line manager with

respect to the candidate.

3. Have completed formal supervision training prior to commencement of the supervisory

relationship.

4. Be PBRF eligible.

5. Be employed on a continuing contract. If the research supervisor is employed on a

fixed-term contract, the termination date of the supervisor’s contract should be at least 6

months beyond the anticipated completion date of a research report, or at least 12

months beyond the anticipated completion date of a thesis.

Examination

An examiner should normally

1. Hold a relevant degree at least equal in rank to that for which the candidate has

completed the research report or thesis

2. Not be a member of the candidate’s immediate family, not be in an intimate personal

relationship with the candidate, and, wherever possible, not have an employment

relationship of any kind with the candidate

3. Be PBRF eligible (or equivalent), if a university staff member. If not a university staff

member, then be currently active in a research environment or relevant clinical

environment.

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4. Have experience in examining research reports/theses or be supported in that role by an

experienced colleague. It is desirable that both examiners have experience in examining

research reports/theses. It is mandatory that at least one of the examiners has such

experience.

Note: Former Massey staff members may be eligible to serve as external examiners,

provided that at least 12 months have elapsed between the last day of the examiner’s

tenure at Massey and the commencement of the examination process, and that the above

criteria are satisfied.

Document Reference: HSS CB 07/117 (Revised)

Approved: 29/10/07

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University Guidelines for the Submission of Theses

The following is reproduced from the current Massey University Calendar Final

Examinations Section 10.

a. A candidate whose examination includes the presentation of a thesis ( ≥ 90 credits) shall

have an approved supervisor or supervisors before commencing work on the research.

b. Before the thesis is forwarded to the examiners, the Head of Academic Unit shall supply

a certificate from the supervisor that the thesis embodies work carried out by the

candidate under direct supervision and also stating the part the supervisor played in

preparation of the thesis.

c. For the purposes of the assessment of the masters degree thesis a candidate shall be

required to submit three copies of the thesis as required by the policy of the individual

college that has supervised the thesis. Students should contact their College Office for

guidance on submission procedures for their individual College.

d. For the purposes of the assessment of the doctoral degree thesis a candidate shall be

required to submit to the Graduate Research School (if located on Manawatu Campus),

or to Massey contact (if located on Albany or Wellington campuses) four securely

bound copies of the thesis. Students not located close to a campus can post or courier

their theses to the Graduate Research School.

e. Paper copies and the digital copy of the thesis shall, unless the Librarian otherwise

approves, conform with the format requirements as detailed in the current library

handbook A Guide to the Presentation of Theses

http://www.massey.ac.nz/~wwwlib/learnit/presentationoftheses.htm.

f. (i) The relevant Academic Director (for Masters theses) or Dean of Graduate

Research School (for Doctoral theses) may agree to accept a thesis solely in

digital form, where the nature of the research is such that it is not appropriate for

the thesis to be submitted in a printed form. Approval of the use of digital format

in this way should be sought by the candidate at an early stage of enrolment in the

thesis.

(ii) The relevant Academic Director (for Masters theses) or Dean of Graduate

Research School (for Doctoral theses) may agree to accept part of a thesis solely

in digital form, where there are tables of data or other information that are

effectively appendices to the thesis.

g. The paper and the digital copies of the thesis must be accompanied by a declaration

signed by the student stating that the paper and the digital copy are the same (subject to

the provisions of subsections in (i)).

h. The candidate shall be given a receipt for the copies of the thesis by the Graduate

Research School or the relevant Contact Office. As soon as the assessment has been

completed, and the final version approved, in the case of successful candidates, the

candidate or the candidate's supervisor shall be responsible for the return to the

Graduate Research School two hard bound copies and one electronic copy of the thesis,

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unless otherwise stated in the course regulations. One hard copy and one electronic copy

shall be lodged in the Library of the Campus of study, with the hard copy being securely

housed for archival purposes. The second hard bound copy shall be returned to the

Academic Unit.

i. The two copies destined for the Library will be fully catalogued, and in the case of the

digital copy, metadata tags will be added. The print copy will be lodged permanently in

secure facilities in the Library, although available for consultation within the Library.

The digital copy will be lodged permanently in the University's digital repository.

Unless the AVC (Research) has approved an embargo, the print and digital copies will

be publicly accessible.

j. A thesis including parts of the thesis which were solely in digital form, will be publicly

accessible through the University's digital repository, unless embargoed. In the case of

an embargo of the full digital copy held by the University, only the author, title, abstract

and metadata will be publicly accessible through the University's digital repository

while the embargo remains in place.

k. University records of examiner's comments on the assessment of the thesis shall be

archived in accordance with the Archives Act 1957 and the Public Record Bill.

Note:The requirements to submit a digital copy will apply normally, and as appropriate, to

students who enrol in a thesis on or after 1 January 2007.

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College Guidelines for the Submission of Research

Reports

The following guidelines are consistent with Section 10 of the Assessment and Examinations

Regulations for research reports documented in the current Massey University Calendar. All

candidates completing research reports in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences are

expected to conform to the regulations below.

1. A candidate whose examination includes the presentation of a research report (30 or 60

credits) should communicate with supervisor(s) before commencing work on the

research.

2. Research reports should, unless the University Librarian otherwise approves, conform

with the format requirements as detailed in the current library handbook A Guide to the

Presentation of Theses. This is available through the Library or at:

http://www.massey.ac.nz/~wwwlib/learnit/presentationoftheses.htm. Students should

also consult their supervisor with respect to the conventions required by the programme

or discipline of study.

3. A candidate presenting a research report for examination shall be required to submit two

copies to the Head of School.

4. Subject to Head of School approval, research reports may be submitted for examination

as softbound copies.

5. When the research report is forwarded to the Examiner(s), the Head of School shall

supply a certificate signed by the supervisor that the report embodies work carried out

by the candidate under direct supervision and stating the part that the supervisor played

in preparation of the report.

6. Upon completion of the examination and subject to approval of the Head of School, two

additional copies of a research report may be lodged in the University Library, one copy

for archival purposes and one copy for lending. The initial copy should be returned to

the Supervisor and held in the School.

7. Copies of research reports to be lodged in the Library should be sent or delivered to the

Information Desk of the Library after approval from the Head of School.

8. The lodgement of detailed data in the candidate’s School or in the Library should meet

any specified requirements in respect of preservation of these raw data (e.g., previously

specified requirements of the Massey University Human Ethics Committee).

9. Research reports not otherwise required to be lodged in the Library should be retained

in the School in which the research was completed.

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/111

Approved: 26/09/08

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College Guidelines for the Examination of Theses

(excluding Doctoral Theses)

Note: This document should be read in conjunction with the College Research Supervision

Guidelines and College Guidelines for Examiners’ Reports in this handbook.

Examination of Theses 1. Examiners’ reports are received by the Chief Examiner (Head of School or nominee)

who must be independent of supervision and examination of the work of the candidate.

No Examiners’ reports should be released until all have been received.

2. An Examiners’ meeting will be convened by the Head of School or nominee, where

reports are discussed and a final thesis grade determined. The Chief Supervisor will be

invited to attend this meeting.

3. The thesis will be examined and the grade awarded on the basis of the thesis as initially

submitted.

4. Subject to the approval of the Head of School, a candidate for a Masterate degree may

be examined orally on the subject of the thesis.

5. If amendments to a thesis are recommended or required by Examiners, the Head of

School or nominee will advise the candidate of the name(s) of those who will approve

the amendments and the time frame permitted for such changes. No change to the final

proposed grade will be made subsequent to completion of any amendments.

6. College guidelines shall be followed for submission of examination results.

7. College Policy and Procedures for Examination Adjudication in this handbook shall be

followed in the case of a serious difference of opinion between thesis Examiners.

8. Once the results are approved, the Head of School will formally thank the Examiners on

behalf of the University.

9. Feedback should be provided to the student. This normally takes the form of full

Examiners’ reports (provided written consent has been given), without the name,

identity or institution of the Examiners, or the recommended grade of individual

Examiners.

10. In the event that a delay in the examination process extends beyond four months, due

care will be taken to ensure that the student’s interests are considered and that the

student concerned is advised when she/he may expect to receive notification of the

examination outcome.

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/111

Approved: 26/09/08

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College Guidelines for Examiners’ Reports

1. Preamble

Guidelines to the Examiner should contain a preamble relating to Massey University’s

expectations of the role of the Examiner in the examination process (eg internal vs

external Examiner).

2. Background to the Degree and Research Report

Information should be given on background to the degree or qualification and

requirements for various research reports (Special Topic, Masterate Thesis).

3. Examination Procedures

Examination procedures should be clearly outlined to Examiners (including, for

example, the number of Examiners, the audience for the report, the timeframe and the

channels of communication between the Examiner and the School).

4. Report Requirements

Guidelines concerning the content for the report should be specified and may include

reference to:

(i) an overall evaluation of the substance and quality of the thesis;

(ii) an indication of particular strengths or weaknesses of such features as research

procedures, theoretical rigour, interpretation and argument, practical significance;

and

(iii) comments on particular strengths or weaknesses in presentation and reporting.

5. Grading Guidelines

Information should be given regarding mark-grade equivalencies and the cut-off points

for classes of Honours or Distinction.

6. Copyright and Confidentiality

The Examiner should be informed as to whether the report will be disclosed to the

student, either verbally or as a written document. If Examiners object to the disclosure

of the contents of their report, they should be asked to indicate this in writing.

The Examiner should be instructed not to disclose his/her suggested grade to the

candidate.

Examiners should be reminded that thesis material is copyright to the student.

7. Information to Students

Examiners should be advised that students are informed in writing about the

examination process, including how they will be notified of the outcome, and whether

they will have access to Examiners’ Reports.

Document Reference: HSS CB 00/6

Approved: 02/03/01

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Policy and Procedures for Examination

Adjudication

The following guidelines have been developed for students completing postgraduate theses or

research reports at postgraduate level (excluding Doctoral theses) in the College of

Humanities and Social Sciences. Procedures developed by Schools within the College are

expected to be consistent with the following guidelines:

1. In the event of a serious difference of opinion between thesis Examiners, the Chief

Examiner (Head of School or nominee) will appoint a Review Panel. (Serious

difference normally refers to a discrepancy of more than two (2) grade points between

the marks of the different Examiners and where such a difference cannot be resolved by

less formal procedures.)

2. The panel will comprise a member of the School’s Graduate Committee (who will also

act as Convenor) and one other academic staff member neither of whom shall have been

party to the research or examination. The second member of the Review Panel is

expected to have expertise either in the substantive field of research or in the research

methods used in the thesis.

3. The Review Panel will be given copies of the thesis and the Examiners’ reports. The

Panel will not undertake a new examination of the thesis, but will be required to base its

advice on the Examiners’ original reports. Panel members may communicate with the

Examiners.

4. At the conclusion of its deliberations, the Review Panel will make a recommendation to

the Head of School as to what action should be taken.

5. In the event that the Review Panel recommends the appointment of an external

adjudicator, it will recommend a person external to the University to be appointed to

this position. With reference to the Review Panel’s recommendation, the Head of

School will appoint an adjudicator external to the University who will be given a copy

of the thesis and the Examiners’ reports.

6. The adjudicator will report to the Review Panel on the relative soundness and accuracy

of the original Examiners’ recommendations and offer an opinion as to whether the

Examiners were fair in their original assessments. In providing this opinion, the

adjudicator should provide reasons for agreeing or disagreeing with the Examiners’

assessments.

7. The adjudicator will provide a recommended grade to the Review Panel but will not

normally be asked to set additional requirements for the candidate.

8. The Convenor of the Review Panel will recommend a grade for the thesis to the Head of

School for submission to the College Board.

Document Reference: HSS CB 08/111

Approved: 26/09/08

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Policy for Remarking of Research Reports and

Theses Awarded a Passing Grade

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences does not accept applications for remarking of

research reports and theses.

Students may appeal the grade for a research report or thesis on procedural grounds only,

relating to supervision and/or examination processes. In such case, the university’s grievance

procedures should be followed.

Students who have failed should see the Policy for Resubmission of Research Reports and

Theses (next page)

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Policy for Resubmission of Failed Research Reports

and Theses

Regulation 6(d) of the Generic Regulations for Graduate and Postgraduate Degrees, Diplomas

and Certificates in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences specifies that

At the discretion of the Chief Examiner, a failed research report or thesis may be revised

and re-submitted once and may be subject to re-examination. Following successful re-

examination, the candidate will not be eligible for honours or distinction.

Note: Where the term “research report” is used, it should also be understood to mean

research report, research essay, or research exercise, and to include both 30 and 60

credit entities.

Policy

1. Resubmission of a failed research report or thesis is at the discretion of the Chief

Examiner of the relevant academic unit.

2. A decision of whether resubmission will be permitted is made prior to the declaration of

a fail grade by the Chief Examiner of the relevant academic unit.

3. Resubmission will not normally be permitted unless one of the examiners has

recommended a pass grade at first presentation of the research report or thesis. If neither

examiner has recommended a pass grade, then both examiners should have

recommended a grade in the D range and should have indicated that, in their opinions,

the research report or thesis could be brought up to a pass standard if the candidate was

allowed the opportunity for revision.

4. A candidate may be permitted to revise and resubmit a research report or thesis for re-

examination once.

5. A candidate who is permitted to revise and resubmit a research report or thesis is

entitled to receive supervision during the revision period.

6. A candidate who has been permitted to resubmit a research report or thesis for re-

examination will not be eligible to have the qualification to which the research report or

thesis contributes awarded with a class of honours or with distinction. (In the case of

Bachelor Honours degrees, which must be awarded with a class of honours, permission

to resubmit the research report will also require transfer to an alternative qualification,

normally the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts.)

7. Where a research report or thesis has been submitted for re-examination, the grade that

is awarded to the revised research report or thesis shall be regarded as final.

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Administrative Procedures

1. Any candidate who is granted the option of resubmission must be notified of this option

in writing, and be given a deadline for responding to the option. The candidate should

be given access to the examiners’ reports; the identity of the examiner, the

recommended grade, and any comments that were classified as confidential or that are

inappropriate should be removed prior to release of the reports.

2. The notification to the candidate must also specify the deadline for resubmission of the

revised research report or thesis, the enrolment requirements that will apply during the

revision period, and the re-examination procedure.

3. A candidate revising a thesis will have a maximum of four months (full-time) or six

months (part-time) to revise a thesis and submit it for re-examination. No extensions

will be granted to these time periods. If the revised thesis is not submitted for re-

examination by the due date, the thesis shall be failed.

4. A candidate revising a research report will have a maximum of two months (full-time)

or three months (part-time) to revise a research report and submit it for re-examination.

No extensions will be granted to these time periods. If the revised research report is not

submitted by the due date, the research report shall be failed.

5. The candidate must be re-enrolled in the research report or thesis for the academic

year(s) in which revision and resubmission occur. Re-enrolment will be managed

through the College office.

6. The Chief Examiner will ensure that appropriate supervision is available to the

candidate during the revision period.

7. Applicable tuition and associated fees will be charged during the revision period as for a

normal enrolment. Students will not be eligible for Carry Forward of Postgraduate

Registration on the grounds of exceptional circumstances. Students revising a thesis

may be eligible for Carry Forward of Postgraduate Registration on the grounds of part-

time study, but only if (a) bona-fide part-time status had been established prior to

original submission, and (b) tuition fees for 90 or 120 credits of thesis enrolment were

paid in the most recent year of enrolment.

8. When a revised thesis is re-submitted, it should be sent for re-examination by the

original internal and external examiners. If either or both of the original examiners are

unavailable, then a new examiner(s) must be approved by the Chief Examiner.

9. When a revised research report is submitted for re-examination, it should be sent for re-

examination by the original examiners. If the supervisor was one of the original

examiners, the Chief Examiner shall give consideration to replacing the supervisor with

a second independent examiner.

10. The normal process for determining the award of a grade shall apply following

resubmission, including adjudication if necessary. The determination of the Chief

Examiner shall be final.

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UNIVERSITY GUIDELINES

AND

PROCEDURES

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University Policies and Procedures

Massey University has a number of policies, procedures, regulations and codes that are

relevant to postgraduate students and postgraduate research. These are available at the

Policies, Procedures and Regulations web page, http://policyguide.massey.ac.nz

A policy is defined as

A written statement which defines the University’s position or strategy in regard to the

matter(s) the policies addresses. A policy defines the parameters for decision-making and

clarifies compliance issues for staff.

A procedure

Describes the steps to be performed to obtain a specified outcome or output. Establishes the

purpose of the activity and who is responsible for the action. Communicates acceptable

practice and sets boundaries.

Full details of University policies and procedures in the areas of

Academic

Campus Facilities

Finance

Health and Safety

Information Technology Services

International

People and Organisational Development

Research

Risk Management

University Management

Are available at http://policyguide.massey.ac.nz

The following codes may be relevant to postgraduate students and/or postgraduate research.

These, and other, codes are available on the Policy Guide web page under specific subject

headings

Code of Ethical Conduct for Research, Teaching, and Evaluations using Human

Participants

Code of Responsible Research Conduct and Procedures for Dealing with Misconduct in

Research

Disciplinary Procedures for Students

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The University - Student Contract

The University and the Student form a contractual relationship when the University enrols the

Student as a member of the University community. What follows are the terms of that

Contract which the University and the Student accept are to govern their relationship, along

with statute, and with the regulations and rules of the University.

The University will: 1. Use best endeavours to provide the Student with tuition and supervision of a

professional standard in the course(s) in which the Student is enrolled.

2. Act reasonably and fairly in exercising its powers under the regulatory framework and

this Contract.

3. Give reasonable notice of any changes in the course(s) required because of changes in

funding, staffing or other reasonable cause.

The Student will: 4. Use best endeavours to fulfil the requirements prescribed by the University for the

course(s).

5. Observe the Regulations and Rules of the University and accept the jurisdiction of the

University in all matters connected with academic progress and with discipline.

6. Pay the fees prescribed by the University for the course(s).

The University and the Student also agree: 7. The Contract is formed when a Confirmation of Enrolment form is issued for the

course(s).

8. The Contract will continue for the period for which the Student is enrolled by the

University and will then end. However, clause 12 will continue to apply after the

Contract ends.

9. The University and the Student may enter into further contracts, in subsequent periods,

by repeating the process in clause 7.

10. The relevant Admission Form, Enrolment Form, Confirmation of Enrolment and

material published in the Calendar also form part of this Contract, but nothing else shall

be incorporated into the contractual relationship between the Student and the

University.

11. Liability for failure to perform this Contract is excluded where that failure has been

caused by circumstances beyond the control of the University or the Student.

12. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Contract, or otherwise relating to

the performance by the University or its staff of their responsibilities to the Student,

shall be resolved through the Grievance Procedures prescribed by the University

Calendar, page 30; or http://calendar.massey.ac.nz/massey/about-

massey/calendar/statutes-and-regulations/en/student-grievance-procedures.cfm, which

shall be the exclusive procedures for resolution of such a dispute.

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APPENDICES

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Appendix A

Research Supervision Statement

Date

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

This is to state that the research carried out for the master’s thesis/research report entitled

was completed by

in the School of ………………………………………………………………………………...,

Massey University, New Zealand, under my direct supervision. This thesis material has not

been used for any other degree. I played the following part in the preparation of the thesis:

…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Thesis Supervisor

This is to state that the research carried out for the abovenamed Master’s thesis/research

report is my own work and has not been used for any other degree.

Student

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Appendix B

Examiner’s Grade and Recommendation

Candidate: …………………………………………………………………………………..

Thesis Title: …………………………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………………………………..

GRADE:

Grade: …………………….

Mark: …………………….

RECOMMENDATION:

Please Circle 1 accepted as is,

2 *accepted with minor revisions,

3 *conditionally accepted pending substantial revision, or

4 failed.

*Note: The grade is awarded on the basis of the thesis as initially submitted.

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Appendix C

Application for Extension: Information for

Applicants

Use this application form if you are applying for an extension of time in your postgraduate

programme in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. You may apply for an

extension of time to:

(a) complete your qualification with eligibility for honours or distinction, or

(b) complete your qualification without eligibility for honours or distinction.

Why are extensions granted?

An extension of time may be appropriate when you have been unable to meet the normal

deadlines to complete your programme of study due to unforeseen circumstances outside of

your control. Such circumstances may be personal (such as illness, injury, or bereavement) or

related to your research (such as delays in obtaining ethical approval, or delays in recruiting

participants).

How do I apply?

Complete this application form, and attach appropriate supporting evidence (for example, a

medical certificate, a death certificate, a statement from your employer, or a statement from

your research supervisor). Then forward the application form with the evidence to one of the

following:

the supervisor of your research report or thesis

the Programme Coordinator for your programme

the Graduate Coordinator for your School

The recipient of your application will complete the School/Centre recommendation section,

and will then forward to the College Office for consideration.

When should I apply?

Applications must be made before the relevant deadline. For students whose programmes

commenced in Semester 1, this will normally be 28 February. For students whose

programmes commenced in Semester 2, this will normally be 30 June.

How much additional time will be approved?

Extensions are normally for a period of one to two months. Longer periods of extension may

be approved if justified by the circumstances.

Will I need to re-enrol and pay fees?

Yes, you will be required to re-enrol for the additional period of study and to pay the fees

appropriate to your re-enrolment.

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How will I know whether my application has been approved?

The outcome of your application will be advised in writing to the address supplied on your

application; please allow 15 to 20 working days for this to arrive. The letter you receive will

also advise the enrolment requirements that apply.

Who should I contact if I have further questions?

Contact your research report or thesis supervisor, your Programme Coordinator, or the

Graduate Coordinator for your School/Centre. If none of these people can answer your

question, they will refer you to the College Office.

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Appendix C MASSEY UNIVERSITY

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Application for Extension

Student Name:

ID Number:

Qualification for which you are enrolled:

Address:

School/Centre:

Campus: Albany Manawatu Wellington Distance

(circle one)

Status: Part-time Full-time

(circle one)

PERIOD OF EXTENSION REQUESTED: (Weeks / Months)

Reason(s) for Application:

Signature of Student: Date:

Reminder: Please attach relevant supporting documentation

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RECOMMENDATION FROM SCHOOL/CENTRE School to attach copy of student’s academic record (full history report from SMS) and any relevant

information and/or prior correspondence

Signature of Research Supervisor:

Name: Date:

Signature of Graduate Coordinator or HOS:

Name: Date:

COLLEGE DECISION

Application for Extension to

Approved / Declined

Signature of PVC or Nominee:

Date:

Revised Completion Dates:

With Honours/Distinction:

Without Honours/Distinction:

Copies to: School/Centre

Lending Services, Library

Academic Services, NSATS

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Appendix D

Application for Suspension: Information for

Applicants

Use this application form if you are applying for a period of suspension in your postgraduate

programme of study in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Why are suspensions granted?

A suspension may be appropriate when study is prevented for a period of time (normally

exceeding three months in duration) due to unforeseen circumstances, such as illness or

injury, bereavement, family responsibilities, work commitments, and so forth. A suspension

“stops the clock” in your programme of study, so that you are not penalised for circumstances

that are outside of your control.

How do I apply?

Complete this application form, and attach appropriate supporting evidence (for example, a

medical certificate, a death certificate, a statement from your employer, or a statement from

your research supervisor). Then forward the application form with the evidence to one of the

following:

the supervisor of your research report or thesis

the Programme Coordinator for your programme

the Graduate Coordinator for your School

The recipient of your application will complete the School/Centre recommendation section,

and will then forward to the College Office for consideration.

When should I apply?

As soon as you can when you realise that your studies will be prevented for a period of time.

Applications prior to the suspension period are preferred, but retrospective applications may

also be considered.

How long will the suspension period be?

Normally, the maximum period of suspension is one year, but longer periods of suspension

may be approved if circumstances warrant. The College does not normally consider

applications for periods of suspension of less than three months.

If your study has been disrupted for less than three months but greater than one month, you

may wish to apply for an extension of time.

Am I entitled to any supervision or university services while suspended? During the period of suspension, you are not entitled to receive tuition or supervision, to

access or receive any university services, or to initiate/continue data collection.

Will I need to re-enrol and pay fees?

That depends on the qualification that you are completing, and whether you are currently

enrolled in a thesis component. If you are, then you will need to maintain your thesis

enrolment during your period of suspension. Depending on your particular circumstances, it

may be possible to carry forward tuition fees paid in one year to a subsequent enrolment

period. You will be advised of the requirements that apply in your situation.

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What happens to the deadline to complete my qualification?

Where a suspension application is approved, qualification completion dates are consequently

amended. A separate application for an extension of time is not required.

You will be advised in writing of the amended dates to:

(a) complete your qualification with eligibility for honours or distinction, and

(b) complete your qualification without eligibility for honours or distinction

How will I know whether my application has been approved?

The outcome of your application will be advised in writing to the address supplied on your

application; please allow 15 to 20 working days for this to arrive. The letter you receive will

also advise the enrolment requirements that apply.

Who should I contact if I have further questions?

Contact your Thesis Supervisor, your Programme Coordinator, or the Graduate Coordinator

for your School/Centre. If none of these people can answer your question, they will refer you

to the College Office.

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Appendix D MASSEY UNIVERSITY

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Application for Suspension

Student Name:

ID Number:

Qualification for which you are enrolled :

Address:

School/Centre:

Campus: Albany Manawatu Wellington Distance

(circle one)

Status: Part-time Full-time

(circle one)

PERIOD OF SUSPENSION REQUESTED

From: to

Day Month Year Day Month Year

Reason(s) for Application:

Signature of Student: Date:

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RECOMMENDATION FROM SCHOOL/CENTRE School to attach copy of student’s academic record (full history report from SMS) and any relevant

information and/or prior correspondence

Signature of Research Supervisor:

Name: Date:

Signature of Graduate Coordinator or HOS:

Name: Date:

COLLEGE DECISION

Application for Suspension

From: to

Day Month Year Day Month Year

Approved / Declined

Signature of PVC or Nominee::

Date:

Revised Completion Dates:

With Honours/Distinction:

Without Honours/Distinction:

Copies to: School/Centre

Academic Services, NSATS

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Appendix E

MASSEY UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

Library Research Consultation

Research Consultation

Date information

Today's date: ……………….……..….. required by: ………………….….……………

Name: ………………………………………………………………….…….………..

Departmental address ………………………………………………………….……………

Phone number ………………………. E-mail address: ………….…….….….………

Home address: ……………………..………………………………………….….………….

Phone number: ……………………………………………………………….….…………..

Project: Masterate, PhD, Research: ………………...…………………….………….…..

Other (please specify): ………………………………..…….…………………….…

Topic: (please describe the scope and context of your topic in sentence form)

Keywords: (please define any specialised or ambiguous terms)

Countries of interest: ……………………………..……..……………………………

Time period?: …………………………………………………………………

Any relevant references?: ………………………………………………………………...

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Appendix F

Guidelines for Workload in Postgraduate Papers

For papers without written final examinations, including the research reports and theses, the

following word limits are suggested.

15 credits 5000 - 6000 words

30 credits 8000 - 10,000 words

60 credits 15,000 - 20,000 words

90 credits 20,000 - 30,000 words

120 credits 30,000 - 40,000 words

These guidelines are designed to give an explicit relationship between workload and credits

value, for example a 30 credit paper should be roughly half the workload of a 60 credit paper

and double that of a 15 credit paper.

Programmes may set narrower word limits within each of these broad limits. Programmes

will communicate to students such alterations.

Some assessment may not easily fit within a word count formula, for example statistics

exercises, oral history projects; in these instances, programmes should set guidelines to

recognize this.

When papers have a final written examination there is a need to reduce the internal

assessment workload. It is not advisable to reduce workloads in a direct relationship to the

percentage that an examination is worth, but some adjustment should be made, depending on

the discipline and the nature of the examination.

Document Reference: HSS CB 10/234

Approved: 24/9/10

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Appendix G

The Performance Based Research Fund (PBRF)

Definition of Research

Research is original investigation undertaken in order to gain knowledge and understanding.

It typically involves enquiry of an experimental or critical nature driven by hypotheses or

intellectual positions capable of rigorous assessment. It is an independent, creative,

cumulative and often long-term activity conducted by people with specialist knowledge about

the theories, methods and information concerning their field of enquiry. Its findings must be

open to scrutiny and formal evaluation by others in the field, and this may be achieved

through publication or public presentation. In some fields, the results of the investigation

may be embodied in the form of an artistic work, design or performance.

Research includes contributions to the intellectual infrastructure of subjects and disciplines

(e.g. dictionaries and scholarly editions). It also includes the experimental development of

design or construction solutions, as well as investigation that leads to new or substantially

improved materials, devices, products or processes.

The following specific activities are excluded:

Preparation for teaching;

The provision of advice or opinion, except where it is consistent with the definition of

research;

Clinical trials, except where they are consistent with the definition of research;

Scientific and technical information services;

General purpose or routine data collection;

Standardisation and routine testing;

Feasibility studies (except into research and experimental development projects);

Specialised routine medical care;

The commercial, legal and administrative aspects of patenting, copyrighting or

licensing activities;

Routine computer programming, systems work or software maintenance (but note that

research and experimental development into applications software, new programming

languages and new operating systems is included); and

Any other routine professional practice (e.g. in arts, law, architecture or business).