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On this page you can find all the relevant policies, guidance and forms which relate to Postgraduate Research Students once they have passed through the Admissions stage.

Operational Handbook and Regulations for Research Degrees

The Operational Handbook for Research Degrees provides a useful overview of the regulations, guidance and support available for research degree students and their supervisors. The Regulations for Research Degrees is the definitive document used for Postgraduate student matters and should be referred to for any clarification. The Research Degrees team are always happy to assist with any questions regarding the regulations.

Read the Operational Handbook

Read the Regulations for Research Degrees

The following links are to overall guidelines laid out by the University of Portsmouth, and also by external bodies where they affect our Postgraduate students.