Information for new postgraduate research students
Welcome to the College of Social Sciences Graduate School.
We are delighted that you have accepted an unconditional offer of a place on one of our Postgraduate Research Programmes and look forward to meeting you when you begin your studies.
The College of Social Sciences offers a training programme for PhD students designed to support you as you undertake your research project, with some mandatory courses. To supplement this programme we have a wide array of additional training initiatives, resources, internships and courses designed to support your research skills and professional development.
The table below provides information on what you can expect to happen before commencing study with the College of Social Sciences this session.
Visit the Graduate School webpages for current staff and students for more information about how we can support you throughout your studies.
If you have any questions about studying with us, please contact the Graduate School Team.
Information for new PG taught students
Joining Glasgow University on a postgraduate taught course? Check the information for new postgraduate taught students.
Welcome email from the Graduate School
What to expect
This contains information about Research Training Programme, Researcher Development PGR including details of mandatory courses for new PGRs and Induction.
This email will be copied to your supervisors and you should make contact with your supervisors as soon as possible.
When
- From May - October
- From November - January (for those commencing in January)
Registration
What to expect
Complete online academic and financial registration.
Registry will provide an 'Access to your Student Account' email containing your Glasgow Unique IDentifier (GUID), temporary password, details of how to access your student account, as well as links to support and guidance materials and contacts.
When
- From August
Research Training Programme
What to expect
See the Research Training Programme.
Discuss your training needs with your supervisors and self-enrol via MyCampus.
You can complete enrolment on courses & classes at any time after you have academically registered. Find out more about enrolment.
Please be aware that courses may commence mid-September onwards and you should make arrangements to be on Campus to attend courses in person.
When
- From August
Visa registration
What to expect
If you are starting a new programme of study at the University of Glasgow, and you are not a national of the UK or Ireland, the University is required to check your immigration permission for the UK before you start your studies.
Universities are required by law to hold copies of these documents for the duration of your studies and ensure they remain valid.
When
- From September
Campus card
What to expect
Arrangements for Campus Card distribution for new students.
When
- From September
PGR Opportunities Hub
What to expect
Th PGR Opportunities Hub provides a wide array of additional training initiatives, resources, internships and courses designed to support your research skills and professional development.
Including links to our Researcher Development Programme and Mandatory Courses for PGRs.
You should complete the following courses at the beginning of your studies:
- PGR Research Integrity
- Introduction to Research Data Management for PGRs
- Equality and Diversity Essentials
- Information Security Awareness
- Introduction to GDPR (data protection)
When
- Available online throughout the year
PGR Induction
What to expect
PGR Induction Week is a welcome for all new postgraduate research students.
The Induction Week introduces you to some of the key people and services you will need along the way. PhD students from across the University will attend and it is a unique opportunity to meet fellow students and staff and build connections.
The week will be a combination of live online events, anytime online training resources and a range of face-to-face on-campus events.
Two key face-to-face events for your diary are your Graduate School Welcome Event and your School-specific induction, which will take place on the afternoon of the same day.
The in-person Graduate School Welcome session is for all new postgraduate research students in the College of Social Sciences. It will include:
- an introduction from the Dean of Graduate Studies
- some time to start planning your professional development
- a networking lunch.
When
- To be confirmed
You should now be fully registered on MyCampus and using your University email address for all study-related correspondence.
Schools' information for new PGR students
Adam Smith Business School:
Enrolment, welcome events and student support services
Registration and enrolment
Info and welcome programmes for new students
Support for new international students
Student services
- Reach Out support and help
- MyGlasgow Student Portal - access to MyCampus, Moodle, Timetable and more
- Campus map
Information for offer-holders
Before you arrive at Glasgow University, check the information for postgraduate offer-holders.