Guidance Notes for Applicants

Candidates interested in applying for PhD research must complete the appropriate University application form and submit it to the University's Research Office. Please ensure that you complete the form in full and that you provide all the necessary supporting documentation.

  • The application form can be downloaded from here.
  • Ensure that you complete the form in full.
  • You must select a project from the advertised list, otherwise your application will not be considered.
  • Details of qualifications must be provided - examination transcripts must also be submitted with the application.
  • English language proficiency must be given (where English is not your first language).
  • Additional supporting material can also be submitted with the application. For example, research experience you may have, details of any publications, or any other information which you consider relevant to PhD research.
  • Further information for prospective students can be found here.

Your application may not be considered if all the necessary documentation is not submitted or is incomplete.