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Postgraduate research degrees

You can apply for a research degree at any time of the year

Postgraduate research students can enrol at the University of Derby any time between August and May.

All enrolments are arranged by appointment once your application is successful. Please be aware that it can take between six and twelve weeks to consider a complete application.

The University of Derby is pleased to receive applications for the faculties of:

To apply for a place on a research degree programme, please send the Research Office:

  • a completed RD02
  • copies of degree certificate(s) and transcript(s)
  • a copy of the photo page of your passport (showing name, date of birth, etc)
  • a copy of your IELTS certificate (must be a recent qualification gained within the past 2 years)
  •  two signed academic references (standard RD03 can be used, or alternatively letters of reference can be provided).

All documents can be scanned and emailed. We cannot process an incomplete application; all forms listed above must be fully completed, and all supporting documentation must be present.

Offers

All documents can be scanned and emailed. We cannot process an incomplete application; all forms listed above must be fully completed, and all supporting documentation must be present.

International students

Find out about how to apply for a place on a research degree programme.

Distance learning

Learn more about the procedure for distance learning applicants.

Applicants with a disability

Find out about the procedure for applicants with a disability/medical condition.

Will I be interviewed?

Most suitable applicants will be called for interview. This gives us the opportunity to explore your academic experience and knowledge of specific subjects.

Visit us at an open day/evening

We hold open days and open evenings throughout the year.

Contact us

If you've got any questions about applying, please contact us:

E: researchoffice@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591060