Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this version of the document. It also contains information contact details for the subject matter expert.  To the right, a brief summary of the changes between this and the previous version is provided.

Oral Examination (Viva) Procedure

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Status Current Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date 15th March 2021 This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date 15th March 2024 The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority Academic Senate The noted authority approved this is version of the document.
Approval Date 14th March 2021 This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date Not Applicable This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Responsible Executive Mark Hoffman
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and Vice President
This is the senior officer with responsibility for the document.
Enquiries Contact Marcus Rodrigs
Student Academic Conduct Officer (SACO) Coordinator

Academic Division
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

25 March 2021: Definition of School updated to reflect College rather than Faculty. Administrative amendment, approved by University Secretary.


This document outlines the process for conducting an Oral Examination (Viva) to confirm that a students knowledge is commensurate with that demonstrated in a related assessment.



Clauses Amended:Procedure: All