Explore the webpages below to find all the information you need to support you through your postgraduate research journey - from your initial registration up until graduation.

These webpages should be read in conjunction with the University’s quality manual. 

New student information

Everything you need to know to start your journey with us as a postgraduate research student

Your academic progression and attendance

Information on processes and policies that apply during your registered period of study with us, including supervisory meetings and progression reviews

Change of circumstances requests

Guidance and policies for the various changes of circumstances you may need to request during your time with us’ including leave of absence, transfer of study, study away, extensions.

Writing up your thesis and understanding your submission deadlines

All you need to know about writing up your thesis and the processes and policies surrounding your submission deadlines

Submitting your thesis and preparing for your viva

Everything you need to know about your thesis submission, including word count and formats

Completing your examination (viva voce) and outcomes

Find out what to expect once your viva voce examination is over, including the different potential outcomes and what this means for you’

Letter requests

Here you may find guidance on and request documents from the University of Nottingham that you may need during your PGR studies’

Information for Staff

Guidance and regulations for staff, including supervisors, examiners and independent chairs. As well as staff candidates' information and processes for staff members looking to undertake a research degree or higher doctorate

Researcher academy

Join us and benefit from our wide range of specialist training programmes, resources, and development opportunities that can help you build your research skills and networks enabling you to flourish as a researcher