The summary is a concept note that outlines your research idea (sometimes called the “1-pager”). The purpose of the summary review is to allow the EMDRC to evaluate the feasibility and appropriateness of research projects prior to full proposal development.  Approval of a research summary must precede submission of a full proposal.  This submission should be made by the student for degree related research, or the principal investigator for non-degree research.

For degree related research, it is not required to have confirmed supervisors at the summary submission stage, but we strongly advise that you consult with your program coordinator or a potential supervisor before submission to EMDRC.  If you do list supervisors on your submission, we will confirm with them that they are aware of the submission prior to reviewing it.

How to submit your summary:

• Download the current EMDRC.A submission form (If you are registering for a PhD, please use the PhD specific EMDRC.A form)
• Complete the form paying attention to all required fields.  Incomplete forms will be referred back to you for completion before processing. Please also remember to check your spelling and grammar!
• If you are resubmitting a revised summary, please include a cover letter outlining how you have addressed the reviewers previous comments. We recommend you download and use this resubmission cover letter template.
• Email the completed form, and cover letter for resubmissions to Ms Vathiswa Mzamo