EDTE 890: COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATIONS             2 Credits

This course is enrolled by a student who has done all the doctoral coursework with GPA of 3.30 and above before embarking on research work (Dissertation Writing II). The examination is aimed at testing the level at which a student has internalized and integrated the subject matter in the context of the philosophical framework of the Doctor of Philosophy in Education course.  The examination is comprised of three written papers set by a Comprehensive Examination Committee of the Department.  Examination scripts are internally and externally examined.  The three examination papers and equivalent grading percentages are: paper one: Ethical and Philosophical Perspectives (20%); paper two: Core Area (30%); and paper three: Specialization (50%).