Academic epidemic: report raises concerns over PhD dropouts
Report on 28 universities is a cause for concern over dropout rates and the time students take to complete the degree
11 July 2022 - 20:01
An assessment of the quality of doctoral qualifications offered by 28 universities has highlighted serious concerns over dropout rates and the time students take to complete the degree. ..
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