Looking up to Layton: The Case of Higher Degree Research

Abstract

This paper pays tribute to Roger Layton's contributions to Higher Degree Research Education as a thesis examiner. The tribute is in the form of two reflective case histories of two thesis examinations. Contributions are highlighted via consideration of these perspectives – in particular their similarities with respect the depth of the insights that are provided are noted as is their usefulness in facilitating further (post doctoral) research; this despite their quite different topics and feedback.