Code of Practice for Postgraduate Research Degrees
Introduction to the Code of Practice
The University of Glasgow recognises that research students make a vital contribution to our institution’s research output, culture and international reputation as a competitive, research-led university.
It is important to us, therefore, that postgraduate research students:
- receive the highest quality of support from University staff;
- have access to the correct information to facilitate the satisfactory completion of their research;
- carry out their responsibilities appropriately; and
- be aware of the roles and responsibilities of their supervisors and other University staff.
The University has agreed that some aspects of a postgraduate research student’s experience are common across all disciplines. The University’s Graduate Schools have therefore developed a Code of Practice for Postgraduate Research Degrees, which sets out guidelines to students and staff about the most effective practice for each stage in a postgraduate student’s life. These are the expected standards that all staff and students should maintain.
Contents (revised September 2011)
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Admissions
Section 3: Registration
Section 4: Student Records Management
Section 5: Supervision
Section 6: Training and Development
Section 7: Research Progress
Section 8: Submission and Final Examination
Section 9: Publications Arising from Research
Section 10: Feedback and Review of Experience
Section 11: Roles and Responsibilites at a Glance
Section 12: Sources of Further Information
Download: PGR Code of Practice