About the Graduate School
- Advanced Research Coordination
- Postgraduate Leadership Excellence
Our Mandate
The Graduate School coordinates postgraduate programmes and research at Daystar University. It oversees graduate students’ academic progress and supports quality and integrity in their studies.
Working with schools and other university departments, the Graduate School coordinates processes that support postgraduate students throughout their educational experience.
Director's Welcome Message
Welcome to the Graduate School at Daystar University. We are committed to nurturing scholars and leaders who pursue academic excellence with integrity, engage in rigorous research that serves God and humanity, and graduate ready to transform society in Africa and beyond.
Core Functions
How the Graduate School serves the university community
Academic Activities
Coordinates academic matters relating to postgraduate students in the university.
Procedures and Policies
Monitor implementation of postgraduate procedures and policies in the University.
Building Relationships
Works closely with schools/departments to enhance good educational experience.
Tracking
Provides oversight and tracking of postgraduate students from admission to completion.
Academic Support
Provision of academic support to faculty and postgraduate students in all phases of their research.
Capacity Building
Organises workshops and training for graduate students on referencing style, research seminars and colloquiums.
Mentorship
Creates a faculty students mentor programs to promote and support students grow and enrich career growth.
Système de gestion des thèses
Monitoring students' thesis and dissertation through TMS and ensuring proper use of the System.
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Compliance
Work with the deans of schools to ensure graduate students comply with all the University policies and Commission of University Education (CUE) regulations.
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Publishing
Ensure graduate students publish in peer-reviewed journals as per the CUE requirements.
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Recherche
Organize postgraduate interdisciplinary colloquiums, seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings.
What we do
Support for Postgraduate Students
The Graduate School works with all academic Schools to coordinate research for postgraduate students and ensure seamless delivery of services to students in the following areas, among others:
Thesis and Dissertation Supervision
Coordination of thesis and dissertation supervision to ensure quality guidance.
Workshops and Training
Conducting workshops and trainings on thesis/dissertation writing to enhance research skills.
Mentorship and Publications
Fostering mentorship programs and supporting student publications.
Thesis Management System (TMS)
Effective use of the Thesis Management System for monitoring progress.
Academic Handbook
Implementation of the postgraduate academic handbook to ensure consistency and compliance.
Academic Conferences
Organizing academic conferences to showcase research.
Prix de recherche
Oversight of research awards to recognize outstanding postgraduate students.
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