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Variations for doctoral candidates
To apply for a variation to a doctoral candidature use Form D7: Variation of Record. 
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Note: the content provided is a summary only. A full description of guidelines and processes can be found in the AUT University Postgraduate Handbook.
The applicant must reapply for admission, if the provisional candidature is not reactivated within the approved timeframe.
Changes to mode of study will normally only be permitted at the end of the current period of enrolment. International students are not permitted under the terms of their entry visas to study part-time, unless they are based overseas.
Changes to a thesis topic must be approved by the faculty postgraduate committee and University Postgraduate Board. Substantive changes to the thesis topic may result in the requirement of an additional or new research proposal.
It is important to note that should a candidate withdraw after 3 complete years of full-time or 4.5 years part-time study, they will receive a DNC (Did Not Complete) grade. A ‘W’ (withdrawn) grade will be recorded against the academic record if they withdraw prior to this time.
113kBNote: the content provided is a summary only. A full description of guidelines and processes can be found in the AUT University Postgraduate Handbook.
Deferment of enrolment
An applicant may seek approval for the deferment of commencement of their provisional candidature, for a period of up to 12 months. The applicant should discuss their intention to defer with their Associate Dean (Postgraduate).The applicant must reapply for admission, if the provisional candidature is not reactivated within the approved timeframe.
Extensions
If a candidate cannot complete the thesis within the normal timeframe, they must apply to the University Postgraduate Board for an extension of time. Normally only one extension, regardless of its duration is permitted. Candidates are expected to submit a progress report with their request for an extension, along with a proposed timeframe for completion.Mode of study (full-time/part-time)
Candidates may enrol full-time or part-time. Changes to mode of study will require approval from the faculty postgraduate committee and the University Postgraduate Centre.Changes to mode of study will normally only be permitted at the end of the current period of enrolment. International students are not permitted under the terms of their entry visas to study part-time, unless they are based overseas.
Change to thesis/dissertation topic
Changes to the title are allowed during the course of the thesis.Changes to a thesis topic must be approved by the faculty postgraduate committee and University Postgraduate Board. Substantive changes to the thesis topic may result in the requirement of an additional or new research proposal.
Leave of absence
If a candidate is prevented from undertaking work on the thesis for an extended period due to illness or unforeseen domestic/personal circumstances, the University Postgraduate Board may approve a leave of absence for a period of no more than twelve months. The effect of such a leave of absence is to 'stop the clock' for the candidate so that they are not penalised in terms of the normal completion timeframe. A candidate who has been granted a leave of absence will not normally have access to AUT resources during this period.Withdrawal
Notification of withdrawal can be done at any time and should be made in writing to the faculty postgraduate committee after consultation with the primary supervisor. The faculty postgraduate committee will forward the notification to the University Postgraduate Centre who will advise the University Postgraduate Board.It is important to note that should a candidate withdraw after 3 complete years of full-time or 4.5 years part-time study, they will receive a DNC (Did Not Complete) grade. A ‘W’ (withdrawn) grade will be recorded against the academic record if they withdraw prior to this time.
Last updated: 19 Jul 2010 10:52am