Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
Medical Sciences - University of the West Indies
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Nutrition in sickle cell disease<br />
Gluthathione homeostasis in sickle cell disease<br />
Amino acid requirements in sickle cell disease<br />
Relationship between body composition and utiliza-<br />
tion <strong>of</strong> protein and fats as fuels<br />
Protein and amino acid metabolism in severe child-<br />
hood malnutrition<br />
Relationship between birth weight and urea kinetics<br />
in children<br />
Energy requirements, body composition and cardio-<br />
vascular risk in adults from urban and rural Jamaica<br />
Seminars<br />
One departmental seminar per academic year.<br />
Duration <strong>of</strong> programme<br />
The MPhil degree normally takes a minimum <strong>of</strong> two<br />
years <strong>of</strong> intensive research on a full-time basis. A<br />
PhD degree usually takes a minimum <strong>of</strong> three years<br />
full-time. Part-time studies may also be pursued.<br />
Programme Structure:<br />
The MPhil Degree<br />
This programme consists largely <strong>of</strong> work on a research<br />
topic which is examined by <strong>the</strong>sis. In addi-<br />
tion candidates are required to complete a mandatory<br />
6 credit hours <strong>of</strong> courses but may also be required<br />
to do additional courses based on <strong>the</strong>ir background<br />
knowledge. Candidates for <strong>the</strong> MPhil degree may be<br />
required to take an oral examination on <strong>the</strong> general<br />
field <strong>of</strong> study and on <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>sis.<br />
The PhD degree<br />
The PhD is fundamentally a research degree, and is<br />
examined by <strong>the</strong>sis and an oral examination. Candidates<br />
are also required to complete a mandatory<br />
9 credit hours <strong>of</strong> courses but may also be required<br />
to do additional courses based on <strong>the</strong>ir background<br />
knowledge. The PhD <strong>the</strong>sis should make a distinct<br />
contribution to <strong>the</strong> advancement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> field <strong>of</strong> nutrition<br />
and show evidence <strong>of</strong> originality and independent<br />
critical thought. It should meet <strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
standards <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> discipline, be satisfactory as regards<br />
GRADUATE STUDENTS INFORMATION GUIDE 2011/2012 89<br />
FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
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