Program requirements vary, but I would expect 6 or more publications in an IEEE/ACM sponsored conference from a student prior to scheduling examinations. A good way for students to demonstrate they are extending the field of study is through peer reviewed works.
The advisor-student relationship is perhaps the most important part of the process. It’s not what you did, it’s how much could you do, and did you meet your potential. The process is not technical training, but guidance on how to conduct research and how to be a good mentor. Not all people spend their life in research and teaching, but this is the historical intent.
Your advisor, and to a lesser extent your committee, has as much of a responsibility for your success as you do. If you gave it your all, and could have done more, the failure, if there is one, is shared with your advisor.
Most people feel a bit of fear and loathing when completing their academic work, this is normal. Take what you have enjoyed and learned to enjoy and move on. Your work, even if not peer reviewed is likely to open doors.
Program requirements vary, but I would expect 6 or more publications in an IEEE/ACM sponsored conference from a student prior to scheduling examinations. A good way for students to demonstrate they are extending the field of study is through peer reviewed works.
The advisor-student relationship is perhaps the most important part of the process. It’s not what you did, it’s how much could you do, and did you meet your potential. The process is not technical training, but guidance on how to conduct research and how to be a good mentor. Not all people spend their life in research and teaching, but this is the historical intent.
Your advisor, and to a lesser extent your committee, has as much of a responsibility for your success as you do. If you gave it your all, and could have done more, the failure, if there is one, is shared with your advisor.
Most people feel a bit of fear and loathing when completing their academic work, this is normal. Take what you have enjoyed and learned to enjoy and move on. Your work, even if not peer reviewed is likely to open doors.