Information for Staff and Current Students
Information for staff and current students about Postgraduate Research Study.
The following pages provide information about:
- Concessions for Postgraduate Research Students
- Thesis Submission
- PVG process
- Information for funded students and award holders
Sponsored students must check with Student Immigration Services before applying for a Concession or Leave of Absence to check the impact of any change to their immigration status:
Student Immigration Service | The University of Edinburgh
Members of the University Community who would like to speak to someone are welcome to contact the Chaplaincy Listening Service which is available 24/7.
Concessions for Research Students
Concessions are variations to your degree progression such as an authorised interruption of study or concessions for exceptional circumstances. Staff requiring guidance on how to submit a PG concession request for a student please contact your school postgraduate office.
Thesis submission guide
Information on the stages of submitting your thesis.
Training and Skills for Research Students
Information for Research students about skills and training opportunities.
Information for Funded Students and Scholarship Holders
Information for current students holding funding from AHRC or ESRC and College awards.
Where to get help
Information on academic and non-academic support services.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions relating to Postgraduate Research Students
Supervisor Travel Expenses - SGSAH
Information for University of Edinburgh supervisors
PVG-Disclosure Scotland
Some PG placements and PG research programmes may require students to obtain a basic disclosure certificate or join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.