Research degrees

Find information relating specifically to the management of research degrees, including finance, assessment and programme approval processes along with related policies.

All information in this section is also included in the relevant functional area. Admissions and student support information is available in those main sections as it applies to all cohorts of students. Much of the content relating to student opportunity also applies to all students.

Student finance

Learn about student funding, fees and charges, and where students experiencing financial difficulties can get support. Includes Research Council and scholarships information.

Research degree-related policies

Certain policies relate specifically to students on research degree programmes or to the management of research degrees.

Research Degree Programme Development

To find out more about setting up and managing postgraduate research programmes, please visit the Doctoral College programmes intranet

Research degree examinations

Information about assessing Postgraduate Researchers including final thesis submission and examination.

Research degree admissions and registration

Guidance on supporting the application process including English language eligibility requirements, references, academic qualifications and how to support the annual registration process.

Research degree progress and monitoring

Information on suspensions, extensions, annual progress review (APR) and the unsatisfactory academic progress procedure

Research degree committees and groups

Find out more about the committees and groups that support Postgraduate Researchers at the university

Research degree contacts

Who we are and how we support Postgraduate Researchers