There are several possible outcomes for research degree examinations:
Pass
Pass subject to corrections
Revise and resubmit for re-examination
Opportunity to be awarded lower degree (if available) either with or without corrections being made
Fail
The outcome will be ratified by the Standing Committee on Assessment (SCA) and you will be informed of the decision and advised on how to proceed. You have the right to appeal against the examiners' recommendations on the grounds of unfair or improper conduct of the examination, prejudice on the part of the examiners, or procedural irregularity.