How to apply for a postgraduate research degree
From finding your supervisor and writing an inspiring proposal, to funding your research and filling in the forms. Everything you need to know is right here.
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From finding your supervisor and writing an inspiring proposal, to funding your research and filling in the forms. Everything you need to know is right here.
Stay in touch
So, you know what your area of expertise is. You may also know what question you plan to answer as part of your research. What next?
Before starting your application, first see what research degrees are available here in your specialism. Then get in touch with us. Either with the Postgraduate Admissions Tutor or with the academic who acts as a supervisor in your research area.
The information here is for UK students applying to Hull. Visit our international applying section for the information you need.
Read our handy guide for students from England applying to study a postgraduate research degree. It’s got everything you need know, all in one place.
See our latest funded opportunities. Many of our projects are interdisciplinary and in collaboration with industry, and can come with a slightly different application process.
This is your chance to explain how the research opportunity we offer fits with your skills and knowledge, and how it’ll help you achieve your future ambitions.
Follow our guide on how to craft a research proposal that gets you noticed, and inspires progress and possibilities in world-leading research.
We offer both MRes (Masters by Research) and PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) degrees. As well as funded doctorate degrees as part of our range of PhD scholarships.