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Postgraduate research degrees

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

Postgraduate research students are able to enrol at the University of Derby three times a year:

  • Mid August to mid September
  • The first two weeks in January
  • The first two weeks in April

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.

New Route PhD

The New Route PhD is intended for recently qualified graduates with good honours degrees, who are keen to progress immediately to a research experience in their preparations for a career in which the ability to undertake research will play a key role.

MPhil/PhD

For MPhil/PhD programmes, we normally expect you to have a first or second class honours degree, a Masters degree from a UK University or qualifications that we consider to be equivalent.

The Faculty must also be satisfied that the candidate has the necessary command of the English language to undertake a research investigation.

Language requirements

The Faculty must also be satisfied that the candidate has the necessary command of the English language to undertake a research investigation. Copies of English language qualifications should be included where appropriate; please note that for research programmes a minimum of IELTS level of 7.0 or better is expected (Please note that English language certificates are only valid for two years).

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: askadmissions@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591167

For research enquiries contact:
E: researchoffice@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591060

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