FAQ – HDI CAMPUS https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk Distance Learning University Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:47:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-Logo1-32x32.png FAQ – HDI CAMPUS https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk 32 32 Who can I contact for thesis support? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/who-can-i-contact-for-thesis-support/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:42:09 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16644 For guidance and support, please contact:
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]]> How long does it take to complete a thesis? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/how-long-does-it-take-to-complete-a-thesis/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:41:48 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16643

  • Bachelor: Typically within the final semester.

  • Master: Typically within 6 to 12 months.

  • PhD: Typically within 18 to 24 months.

    • ]]>         Do I need to defend my thesis? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/do-i-need-to-defend-my-thesis/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:41:27 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16642 Yes. All students — Bachelor, Master, and PhD — must successfully defend their thesis/project in a formal Viva Test. You will present your research and answer questions from an academic panel.

    ]]>         Where will my thesis be published? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/where-will-my-thesis-be-published/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:41:07 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16641

  • Selected Master and PhD theses will be published in the HDI CAMPUS Publication Portal and/or Academic Journal.

  • This allows your research to contribute to global academic knowledge and gives you a published academic record.

    • ]]>         Will the university help me publish my articles? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/will-the-university-help-me-publish-my-articles/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:40:48 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16640 Yes, HDI CAMPUS facilitates publication in its partnered Academic Journal (www.acadj.org) with minimal fees. You may also publish in other approved journals.

    ]]>         Do I need to publish any research articles for my degree? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/do-i-need-to-publish-any-research-articles-for-my-degree/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:40:11 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16639

  • Bachelor: Not mandatory, but encouraged.

  • Master: Not mandatory, but encouraged.

  • PhD: Yes, you are required to publish at least 2 articles in indexed journals. The university facilitates low-cost publication in Academic Journal (www.acadj.org).

    • ]]>         What is the acceptable plagiarism limit for my thesis? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/what-is-the-acceptable-plagiarism-limit-for-my-thesis/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:39:50 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16638 The acceptable similarity index is below 20% (excluding references, tables, and appendices). All theses will be checked using a plagiarism detection system.

    ]]>         Can I change my thesis topic after it has been approved? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/can-i-change-my-thesis-topic-after-it-has-been-approved/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:39:31 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16637 You may request a change in topic by submitting a formal request to the Faculty Research Committee. Changes are subject to approval and must be made early in the research process.

    ]]>         How will my supervisor be assigned? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/how-will-my-supervisor-be-assigned/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:39:10 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16636 After your thesis topic is approved, the university will assign a qualified academic supervisor who has expertise in your subject area. You will be notified of your supervisor by email.

    ]]>         Do I need to select my thesis topic, or will it be assigned? https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/faq/do-i-need-to-select-my-thesis-topic-or-will-it-be-assigned/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:38:47 +0000 https://www.hdicampus.edu.lk/?post_type=faq&p=16635 Students are encouraged to propose their own thesis topics aligned with their academic interests. However, topics must be approved by the Faculty Research Committee. Supervisors will assist in refining topics.

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