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How to apply for a PhD programme

Now that you've chosen a PhD programme, it's time to submit your application. Follow the below instructions to get started.

Studentships

The University of Liverpool offers various PhD studentships, which may be funded, self-funded or competition funded. To apply:

• Find a studentship/project  that matches your research interests
• Check the studentship advert for any specific application requirements and follow them where applicable
• Finally,  register and apply online . (See  full application requirements below).

Research degrees

Research degrees (MPhil/PhD/MD) are usually self-funded or externally funded. To apply:

• Find a research opportunity which matches your research interests
• Identify potential supervisors for your research project. You can do this by contacting the relevant institute or school’s   Postgraduate Research Support Team  and by viewing the staff and research pages of their area of the University website
• Whilst it's not obligatory, we encourage you to indicate your preferred supervisor(s) in your application. It's also a good idea to contact potential supervisors before making an application. They may indicate an interest in your research proposal, but this does not guarantee entry to the programme
• Put together a research proposal to outline the research you would like to undertake. You will need this for your application and may also need it for funding applications

Application requirements

For both studentships and research degrees, you'll need the following when completing your online application:

To complete the online application, you'll need:

• School or college transcripts/certificates
• University transcripts
• Degree certificates
• English language certificates (International applicants only)
• A personal statement
• Two signed references on letterheaded paper (these should be academic references if you have been in full-time education in the last three years)
• A research proposal (may be tested for plagiarism, collusion and other irregularities).

Applications are assessed primarily on the basis of prior and predicted academic achievement, so you should complete the application form without any omissions.  If you wish to apply for a degree under a collaborative agreement with another institution, you must state this in your application.

References can be either uploaded directly to the application form by the applicant or emailed to the Department Admissions team (details below).

If you're considering applying for a University of Liverpool PhD based at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), China, you should contact their Graduate School Office .

Useful contacts

For any admissions related queries please contact the relevant School/Institute Admissions Team:

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

• Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences: [email protected]
• Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences: [email protected]
• Institute of Population Health: [email protected]
• Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology: [email protected] .

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

• In the first instance, please visit the Faculty's guidance for postgraduate research applications .

For more detailed enquiries regarding opportunities within Humanities and Social Sciences, please contact the one of the School teams below.

• School of the Arts: [email protected]
• School of Histories, Languages and Cultures: [email protected]
• School of Law and Social Justice: [email protected]
• Management School: [email protected] .

Faculty of Science and Engineering

• School of Engineering: [email protected]
• School of Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Computer Science: [email protected]
• School of Physical Sciences: [email protected]
• School of Environmental Sciences: [email protected] .

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Things you should know if you’re considering postgraduate research

Have you ever wondered if postgraduate research (PGR) could be for you?  Or, like lots of undergraduates, think you could never do that?

As part of our new campaign showcasing the amazing and diverse stories of our current postgraduate researchers , we look at some of the benefits of continuing at Liverpool as a postgrad and dispel some of the myths around undertaking research.

• Did you know you don’t necessarily need to have studied a master’s course to continue to postgraduate research?  We do advertise some opportunities where you can progress straight from your undergraduate degree to a research programme.  So, it’s definitely worth taking a look at our PhD and studentship opportunities .
• PRET .  Not just coffee and sandwiches! PRET at Liverpool is the new Postgraduate Researcher Experience Team who embed support for our postgraduate researchers across the University, creating an amazing student experience for our PGRs.
• We have our very own PGR Development Team who deliver bespoke events, training and other development opportunities that will enrich your skills and enhance your career prospects.
• As a postgraduate researcher, you can still access the award-winning support offered by our Careers and Employability team too.  From career coaching and job fairs, to developing the digital skills that today’s employers are looking for, and everything in between, the team are there to help you to achieve your career goals,

Want to find out more?  Take a look at some of our current PGRs stories here and be inspired.

Each PGR at Liverpool is  shaping their future, and the future of the world we live in, advancing knowledge with each discovery. Their stories are truly inspirational and we hope they’ll inspire you to become part of the next generation of postgrads to explore research at Liverpool as an option too.

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Please note Applicants interested in any of the opportunities shown below should request further information, or to apply by using the contact details shown in the individual projects. You should not apply via the University Online Application Form.

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