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Inspiring postgraduate researchers
The University of Portsmouth Doctoral College is home to a community of more than 1,000 research degree students across our 5 faculties.
Whether you're studying for a PhD, MPhil, MRes, MD, Professional Doctorate or PhD by Publication, the Doctoral College can help you through every aspect of your research degree, from admission, registration, submission of your thesis, to your viva voce examination.
The Doctoral College is where you'll find bespoke training and professional development courses to grow your research career – and is your first port of call for student and supervisor guidance and support, and for the latest postgraduate social and academic events.
The Doctoral College also offers training and support for your supervisory team, to make sure that your supervisors have the skills and knowledge to support you through your research degree from start to finish.
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Portsmouth
Hampshire
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