How to apply
Applications for postgraduate research qualifications
Coronavirus Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the Coronovirus on the University Community. This can be found on the Coronavirus information webpage.
EU Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the UK's future relationship with the EU on the University Community. This can be found on the EU Information webpage.
Supervisor search
We currently offer a wide range of research opportunities allowing you to undertake in-depth study in a specific area. Further information is available via Research Opportunities A-Z.
Before making your application consult our school webpages for information about potential supervisors. You can use the research search tool to identify supervisors who share your research interests or you may wish to search for research staff by school:
- Adam Smith Business School
- School of Education
- School of Interdisciplinary Studies
- School of Law
- School of Social and Political Sciences
Application submission deadlines for academic session 2023 - 2024
Semester 1 PhD commencement 02 October 2023
- UK applicants - 18 August 2023
- International & EU applicants - 02 June 2023
Semester 2 PhD commencement 03 January 2024
- UK, International & EU applicants - 29 September 2023
Fees and funding
- Postgraduate Research Tuition Fees
- College of Social Sciences Student Funding Opportunities
- Scholarships and Funding
Supporting documents
An online application, complete with all supporting documents, is required before an offer for a place on a PhD programme can be considered. Please include the following supporting documentation with your application:
- Two letters of reference: At least one reference must be academic and the other can be academic or professional. Your references should be on official headed paper and signed by the referee. Please see further guidance for submitting references.
- Transcripts and certificates: Final or current degree transcript (and an official translation, if required) - scanned copy in colour of the original document.
- Research Proposal: Please consult the Research Proposal Guidelines.
- English Language Certificate: Applicants whose first language is not English are required to include evidence of their English Language ability. College of Social Sciences English language requirements for PhD should be a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 with no sub test less than 6.5 or equivalent. You may also find further English for Academic Study information including Pre-Sessional Courses helpful.
Online applications
Please submit applications via the University of Glasgow Online Application System - How to apply for a research degree
Applications for taught postgraduate qualifications
Coronavirus Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the Coronovirus on the University Community. This can be found on the .
Current students and staff should also look out for official messages via email and posted to MyGlasgow Student and MyGlasgow Staff.
EU Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the UK's future relationship with the EU on the University Community. This can be found on the .
Current students and staff should also look out for official messages via email and posted to MyGlasgow Student and MyGlasgow Staff.
Updates for EU students.
Applications and programme information
- How to apply for a taught degree
- Taught degree programmes A‑Z provides programme structure, career prospects, fees & funding and entry requirements including application deadlines and English language requirements specific to each programme.
Further information
Visiting researcher applications
Coronavirus Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the Coronovirus on the University Community. This can be found on the .
Current students and staff should also look out for official messages via email and posted to MyGlasgow Student and MyGlasgow Staff.
EU Information
The University has developed a regularly updated hub for information relevant to applicants, current students and staff regarding the impact of the UK's future relationship with the EU on the University Community. This can be found on the .
Current students and staff should also look out for official messages via email and posted to MyGlasgow Student and MyGlasgow Staff.
Updates for EU students.
Research area
We welcome applications from PhD students registered at other Universities who wish to spend time studying at the University of Glasgow with an academic member of staff who has interests in your research area.
To apply please contact the member of staff you would like to work with enclosing your CV and details of your research plans. You can use the research search tool to look for key words to find supervisors who share your research interests.
- Adam Smith Business School
- School of Education
- School of Interdisciplinary Studies
- School of Law
- School of Social and Political Sciences
If you receive informal support you will be asked to submit an application to the University to be accepted as a visiting researcher.
Fees
Tuition fees are applicable pro rata for the period you will spend at the University of Glasgow.
Visiting Research Policy and application
Please read our Visiting Researcher Policy for application instructions and submit your completed Visiting Postgraduate Researcher Application form to the Graduate School for approval.