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.
Please find information below on what you can expect to happen before commencing study with the College of Social Sciences this session.
Visit the Graduate School webpages 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
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 June - October
- From November - January (for those commencing in January)
Registration
All students, new or returning, must complete both Academic and Financial Registration. Once you are fully academically registered, you can enrol on courses and classes.
When
- From August
Research Training Programme
Discuss your training needs with your supervisors and self-enrol via MyCampus.
You can complete enrolment on courses and classes at any time after you have academically registered.
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
The University is required to check the immigration status for all students who are not nationals of the UK or Ireland, including home fee payers and those who do not require a Student Visa.
After you arrive in the UK, you must attend Visa Registration (For New Students) This is where you will present your passport and visa, and if applicable, collect your BRP.
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
The PGR Induction will run from Monday 22 to Friday 26 January 2024. PhD students from across the University will attend this week and it is a unique opportunity to meet fellow students and staff and build connections.
You will get the opportunity to meet key colleagues, other new PGRs, and find out more about the exciting journey ahead of you.
Please note that the welcome event is open to new PGRs in the College of Social Sciences, including those who began their studies from October 2023 onwards and were unable to attend the previous induction.
You can find out details of all the events running through the week on the PGR Induction webpages in due course.
When
- 22 - 26 January 2024
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