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NT EXAM Circular 01 of 2021-Guidelines for Extra Master Dissertation
**Summary of DGS Circular 1 of 2021: NT EXAM Circular 01 of 2021 - Guidelines for Extra Master Dissertation**
Applicable to:
Candidates appearing for Extra Master Certificate of Competency examination
Effective Date:
31st July 2021
Superseded Circulars:
NT/EXAM Circular 01 of 2016
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Dissertation Requirements
Candidates must submit a dissertation as part of the Extra Master Certificate of Competency examination. The dissertation should be on a marine research topic and approved by the Chief Examiner of Master and Mates.
- Word Count: 12,000 to 14,000 words
- Submission: Four hard copies and one electronic copy to the Chief Examiner of Master and Mates
- Defense: Candidates must defend their dissertation before the Extra Master Committee
2. Research Proposal
Candidates must submit a research proposal for approval before starting the dissertation. The proposal should be at least 2000 words and follow the format specified in Annex 1 of the circular.
- Submission Date: Within 24 months from the approval date
- Approval: Approval by the Chief Examiner of Master and Mates
II/4 Research Proposal Form for Extra Master Dissertation
Important Note
Candidates are advised to read and understand the guidelines for writing the dissertation and the research proposal form annexed to this circular.
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