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Guidance on postgraduate research

Information, guidance and resources for postgraduate research students and the staff who support them, including supervisors.

  • Support for postgraduate research students
    Advice for students and supervisors on all aspects of postgraduate research including stipends, academic progression, training and support available.
  • Postgraduate research supervision
    Information for staff and students about how to build a successful supervisory relationship
  • New postgraduate research students
    Find out what University-wide support is available to you as a new research student to help you get off to the best possible start during your time here.
  • Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES)
    PRES is the only national survey of PGR students. It helps us make changes to improve the learning experience for postgraduate research students. Find more out about PRES and read the latest results.
  • Sharepoint resources for staff supporting PGRs
    Resources for staff who support PGRs relating to scholarships, partnerships, funding and recruitment.

Who to contact about PGR issues

It can sometimes be difficult to know who to contact if you have an issue or question as a postgraduate researcher. This guidance provides a starting point to find the right source of support.

Progress monitoring, vivas and absenses

Advice on topics related to your research progression including annual progress monitoring, examinations (viva), extensions, absences and leave.

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