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This document regulates all stages of dissertation preparation and defense in postgraduate programs – from topic selection to public defense. Special attention is paid to scientific novelty, publications, peer review, and formatting according to GOST standards and HAC requirements.

1. General Provisions

The Scientific Qualification Work (dissertation)
is an independent research study containing new results and the author's personal contribution to science.
Requirements
  • Must be relevant, logically complete, and possess scientific novelty.
  • For applied works – information on practical application is required.
  • For theoretical works – recommendations for using the conclusions.
Publications
  • No less than 3 articles in peer-reviewed journals (including HAC list).
  • Equated items: patents, certificates, programs, databases.

2. SQW Topic

Selected within the scope of the postgraduate program and the university's research activities.
Selection Criteria
  • Relevance, alignment with modern scientific trends.
  • Based on the postgraduate student's independent research.
Topic Approval:
  • Within 3 months of enrollment.
  • Changes are possible no later than 6 months before the defense (via application).

3. SQW Structure and Formatting

Complies with GOST R 7.0.11-2011.
Mandatory Sections:
  • Title page, table of contents.
  • Introduction (relevance, goals, objectives, novelty, methods).
  • Main body (chapters, paragraphs).
  • Conclusion (findings, recommendations).
  • Bibliography.
Submission Deadline:
  • 2 weeks before the defense (printed copy to the department).

4. SQW Peer Review

2 reviewers
  • specialists with academic degrees in the field.
Timeline:
  • Full text provided 1 month before the defense.
  • Written review – 2 weeks before the defense.
Review Content:
  • Assessment of quality, scientific value, completeness of results.

5. Preparation for Defense

Timeline determined by FSES and individual plan.
Scientific supervisor prepares a review for the SEC.
Additionally:
  • An act on implementation of results may be attached.

6. SQW Defense (Scientific Report)

Protection procedure
Conducted publicly before the State Examination Commission (SEC).
Assessment Criteria
  • Relevance, depth of research.
  • Independence, creative approach.
  • Logical structure, literacy, formatting.
Outcome
  • Upon successful defense – award of the qualification "Researcher. Teacher-Researcher".
  • Issuance of a state-standard diploma.

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