Information about the examination of postgraduate researchers at the University of Birmingham.
A blank copy of the nomination form which should be completed and signed by the head of school or nominee before returning to the Research Student Administration team.
Guidance notes to answer your questions with regard to the thesis examination.
Blank copies of the report form can be obtained here.
Examiners' Report Forms:
- Doctoral Report Form
- Masters Report Form
- Masters Qualifying Report Form
A correction certificate should be completed once you are satisfied that the corrections have been amended. The Internal Examiner's signature is required for minor corrections and the Internal and External's signatures are required for major corrections.
Guidelines for claiming fees for receipted expenses by external examiners.
For information about arrangements for chairing vivas, please see the Assessment of Research Degree Code of Practice, Section 5 and Appendix A.