The following checklist indicates areas to be covered in the induction process, and should be completed by newly registered MPhil/ PhD within one month of starting for full time students and three months for part-time students.
Forms should be returned completed and signed to the Research Office either to or through the internal mail. The below form is also available on the PGR Dashboard.
No. / Action / Completed? (insert date)1.0 / Induction
1.1 / I have reviewed the PGR Handbook in full, including how to access the relevant University regulations for research degrees and information on student support and other services
1.2 / I have read and understand my formal offer letter (including my entitlements and responsibilities)
1.3 / I have been made aware of the expected period of study of the research degree
1.4 / Other than my supervisory team, I am aware of who I can approach if I am concerned about any aspect of my research degree
1.5 / I have been introduced to the University PGR specific resources
1.6 / I have been made aware of the student employability service and how to access this
1.7 / I have been shown the Postgraduate Suite
2.0 / Student Actions
2.1 / I have completed formal registration with Registry Services
2.2 / I have obtained my university ID card
2.3 / I have completed the processes to be able to enable full University IT network and email access
2.4 / I have checked my personal details on Learning Space and submitted any corrections if required
2.5 / I have met with the research librarian
2.6 / I have attended a group PGR induction session
2.7 / I have planned when I will undertake the PG Certificate in Professional Development: Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (and am aware that this is compulsory if I plan to carry out any teaching duties)
3.0 / Induction with Director of Studies (or a nominated member of the supervisory team)
3.1 / I have been made aware of the PGR student and supervisory responsibilities as detailed in the PGR handbook
3.2 / I have been given an introduction to the University ethics procedures and considered any ethical issues related to my research project
3.3 / I understand the Health & Safety procedures at the University (particularly in relation to any field work)
3.4 / I have agreed to arrangements for the supervision of my research degree, notably the responsibilities of each member of the supervisory team
3.5 / I have discussed and agreed the methods and frequency of supervision sessions during the course of my study together with ways of formally and informally monitoring progress
3.6 / I have discussed and understand my research training requirements and have developed my Personal Progress Log to keep a log of all significant supervisory meetings and training required/completed
3.7 / I have been made aware of any opportunities to meet and interact with fellow researchers and postgraduate research students at the University
3.8 / I have discussed external development opportunities, particularly networks that exist in my discipline or at other Universities that will allow me to further research in my discipline
4.0 / Subject Specific Induction (to be facilitated by supervisor)
4.1 / I have met key contacts within my research area (including Head of Department, and if relevant, the Senior Technician)
Notes (any unresolved issues or queries that require further clarification
I can confirm that I completed the induction to my research degree programme and know whom I need to contact if I have any further queries about matters relating to my research degree programme.
Student signature and date / Supervisor signature and date
Please return to the Research Office, either by internal mail or scanned/emailed to