The objectives of Advanced Studied and the Research Board are to:

• advise the authorities on all matters connected with the promotion of advanced studies, publication and research in the University.
• consider and report to the authorities on the institution of the research degree in the university.
• propose regulations regarding the award of research degrees.
• appoint supervisors for research students and determine the subjects of their thesis.
• recommend panels of names of paper setters and examiners for research thesis.
• and perform such other functions as may be prescribed by the statues.