Postgraduate Research Code of Practice

Introduction to the Code of Practice

PGR CoP 2012/13 cover imageThe 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:

  1. receive the highest quality of support from University staff;
  2. have access to the correct information to facilitate the satisfactory completion of their research;
  3. carry out their responsibilities appropriately; and
  4. 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 Postgraduate Research (PGR) Code of Practice, 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 for September 2012)

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 2012-13