How to Apply: Research Degree

HOW TO APPLY FOR POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH DEGREES

1. Contact the Relevant Department This is to establish whether the appropriate supervisory expertise and capacity is available for your specific project. The supervisor will probably want to discuss your proposal with you, so you should consider what you might want to discuss. It is useful at this stage to provide an outline proposal of 100-250 words. For more information about the University’s research areas and contacts, please visit: chester.ac.uk/research-areas

If you cannot find the details for your chosen department on our website, please email: pgradmissions@chester.ac.uk

2. Apply via the Online Form on our

Website

Paper application forms are no longer ` issued, except in cases where an online application would be impossible for the candidate. You will need to select two appropriate referees and inform them, as once your application has been submitted, the system will automatically contact your referees on your behalf.

Documents required with your application include:

l Copies of certificates/transcripts

l Copy of English language proficiency certificate (if required)

l Full curriculum vitae

l Broad outline of your proposed research project

l You may also be asked to complete a fees assessment in order to determine the level of tuition fee payable

If you will be based overseas for your research, you will also be asked to answer additional questions. Once your application is submitted, it will be forwarded to the relevant department for consideration. 3. Invite to Interview

Once your application has been received, an interview with the proposed supervisory team and an independent academic will be arranged.

4. Outcome You will usually be contacted with a decision within four weeks, however, please ensure you respond to requests for further information as quickly as possible. If your application is successful, an offer of a place will be made in writing.

More detailed information about the postgraduate research degree application process can be found on our website: chester.ac.uk/research-degrees/howto-apply

If you have further questions, please email: pgradmissions@chester.ac.uk