Doctoral Academy Handbook
This handbook is for postgraduate researchers, their supervisors, examiners and Independent Chairs, and anyone involved in supporting PGRs.
Doctoral Academy Handbook sections
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Introduction
Read an introduction to the UWE Bristol Doctoral Academy Handbook.
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Research degree awards
The different postgraduate research awards available and the qualification descriptors they align to.
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Applications
The applications and admissions process for postgraduate research degrees.
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Registration
The registration process and periods of active study for postgraduate research degrees.
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Professional development
Professional development and research training requirements for postgraduate researchers.
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Supervision
The role and responsibilities of the supervisory team for postgraduate research.
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Research project
The confirmation of the research project (CP1) is where arrangements for the start of the project are confirmed.
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Research governance
Research governance for postgraduate research degrees, includes ethics, research data management, intellectual property, conduct and assessment offences.
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Personal circumstances
Personal circumstances, reasonable adjustments and other support available to postgraduate researchers.
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Stages of progression: stage one
The progression examination viva and report submission.
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Progress review: stages two and three
The progress review, options for evidence of progress and eligibility for the completion period.
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Final submission
Requirements for preparing and formatting the final submission for Doctoral or MPhil level research awards.
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Examiners
The University’s expectations of postgraduate research degree examiners and Independent Chairs.
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Final examination
The final assessment for Doctoral or MPhil level awards by research.
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Higher doctorates
The regulations and processes for eligibility, consideration, submission and awarding of higher doctorate awards.
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Contact the Doctoral Academy
Ways to contact the Doctoral Academy, from postgraduate research support to submitting your thesis.
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Current postgraduate researchers
Useful information and guidance for current postgraduate research students and supervisors.
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Skills development for postgraduate researchers
The UWE Bristol Doctoral Academy offers a range of workshops to develop postgraduate research (PGR) students' vital transferable skills.
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Research degree forms
Research degree forms for postgraduate researchers at the UWE Bristol Doctoral Academy.