Absence from the University
Making a request
Please submit requests through the UofG Helpdesk.
Please see Guide to requesting an absence from the University via UofG Helpdesk.
You are advised to contact your supervisor and School PGR administrator before submitting the online form to discuss the best course of action if your request is of sensitive nature or if you are unsure about the appropriate length of your absence.
Please contact the Graduate School with any questions or concerns.
Reasons for requests
Requests can be submitted for:
- Annual Leave (applicable to all PGRs)
- Research Furth of Glasgow (full/part time PGRs only)
- Suspension of Studies (applicable to all PGRs)
Supplementary forms and information
- Return from Suspension of Studies Review Form
- Research Furth Requests: all trips outside the UK, and any UK trips involving an overnight stay, or air travel, must be registered within the Travel Approval Portal (TRICAP). The Travel Process Flowchart provides an overview and further information including Risk Assessment Forms can be accessed via Fieldwork.
Please see Overview of Forms which provides detailed information regarding types of absence requests and forms.
Information for Student/Tier 4 visa holders
Postgraduate Researchers are required to engage with studies full time throughout the academic year, with the exception of any brief periods of annual leave. An engagement form be submitted via UofG Helpdesk following your return from Annual Leave.
Research Furth: please ensure that you continue to engage with studies during your Researh Furth and monthly engagement forms should be submitted via UofG Helpdesk.
Suspension of Studies: Please note that Student/Tier 4 visa holders who are granted a suspension of more than 60 days are required to leave the UK for the duration of the absence. The University will report the change in circumstances and withdrawn sponsorship of your visa. You will be required to apply for a new visa when ready to return to study.
Further information and FAQs are available online: Student Visa Reponsibilities.