Postgraduate reseach

From starting your research, to the monitoring of your studies and the assessment processes, our postgraduate researchers often have unique requirements.

Find out about getting started with your research degree, how your studies will be monitored and the process of being assessed when the time comes to take your examinations and submit your thesis. If you're interested in discovering more about research degrees, then the Careers Service can help. If you're a member of staff supporting postgraduate researchers, you should start on our SES staff site.

Starting your research

Starting a new research degree can feel like a big step but we'll help you through the early days with information and support.

During your research

Throughout your research project, your supervisory team will be on hand to monitor your progress and offer the support you need.

Thesis Submission and the Viva

As you approach the end of your research degree, you'll need to make sure you understand the University’s arrangements for the examination of your thesis and the steps and timescales involved in the thesis submission and examination process.

Postgraduate researcher policies and procedures

A number of policies, procedures, codes of practice and rules are specific to research students.

Funding for postgraduate researchers

There are a wide range of funding sources available to help support you while you're undertaking a postgraduate research degree at Leeds.

The Doctoral College

The Doctoral College will shape and support your postgraduate research experience. We connect our whole research community and put you in touch with the services, guidance and opportunities you will need.

GRAD

The Graduate Record of Achievement and Development (GRAD) is the University record keeping system for all postgraduate researchers. 

Postgraduate Support and wellbeing

There is a wide range of support available to you during your time at the University, including counselling, disability services, help with cultural differences and much more.