Current postgraduate researchers

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Doctoral Academy Handbook

Incorporating regulations, procedures, guidelines and frequently asked questions for postgraduate researchers, their supervisors and examiners.

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Guidelines and regulations

View an overview of postgraduate research procedures and guidance for research students and staff involved in supervision or examination of research students.

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Student and project registration

All new postgraduate research students and all new research projects must be registered.

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Fees and funding

View Doctoral Academy tuition fees, other fees and funding sources.

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Credit requirements

Credit requirements outlined in accordance with the Academic Board of the University's framework for the definition of doctoral degrees.

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Progress review

The progress review provides postgraduate research candidates (PGRs) with formative feedback about your progress at key stages throughout your project.

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Final viva and thesis submission

Information about the final viva and thesis submission for current postgraduate researchers at the Doctoral Academy.

Boards and committees

Information about the boards and committees governing UWE Bristol's postgraduate research.

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Graduation Ceremonies

Information on July and November Graduation Ceremonies, including submission dates of finalising theses in order to attend.

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Claims and expenses

Find out about the postgraduate research guidelines and processes for bursary payments, managing project costs, booking conference travel and reclaiming expenses.