If the examiners report does not clearly and reasonably support their recommendation, the case is resolved by reference to a sub-committee of the Divisional Board. Information on special regulations for specific subject areas and divisional and faculty boards can be found in the relevant Examination Regulations; you should check the specific requirements for your course of study in the relevant regulations. How long do you get to complete major corrections? If you The contents of this email and any attachments may be confidential. Islamic Center of Cleveland is a non-profit organization. If so, please contact us using this In the case of the first DPhil examination, the examiners may make one of four recommendations to the divisional board: (a) The degree of DPhil be awarded (this may, if necessary, be after correction by the candidate of any minor errors in the thesis); (b) Major corrections to the thesis recommended; (c) The thesis be referred back for substantial revision and later resubmission for the degree of DPhil, or the MSc be awarded; (d) The thesis be referred back for resubmission for the DPhil or the MSc as the candidate chooses. From: Roger James <[FOI #905325 email]> In practice, however, it is extremely unusual for anyone except you and the examiners to be present. Plagiarism is presenting someone elses work or ideas as your own, with or without their consent, by incorporating it into your work without full acknowledgement. Formal ceremonies for the conferring of degrees are held in the Sheldonian Theatre (or should the Sheldonian Theatre not be available then at the Examination Schools). Please contact the Research Degrees Team for further information on how to apply. If you click 'Accept all cookies' we'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies and you won't see this message again. is a registered charity in England and Wales (1076346)