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Are there any pharmacy scholarships?
Sorry, we don't have any pharmacy scholarships but do check with the University of Kent.
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Can I contact a supervisor to discuss my research project in detail for MSoP?
We strongly recommend you contact potential supervisors in MSoP.
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Can I contact my assessors for Transfer Vivas?
Your faculty’s PGR support will have most up to date information regarding your transfer examination, so please contact them if you have a query.
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Can I contact my supervisor to discuss my research project?
Of course, project supervisors are there to talk through your research projects with you.
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Can I do a pharmacy research PhD part time?
Doing a pharmacy PhD part time is definitely an option.
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Can I have a full-time job as a part-time Postgraduate Researcher (PGR student)?
Yes, you can have a job while a PGR student but there hours of study to do each week, and working may affect your student finances.
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Can I interrupt my Postgraduate Research studies?
If you need to request interruption, please submit an RDA5 request for FRDC consideration.
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Can I propose my own research project for MSOP?
We recommend you get in touch with the Lead of Post-Graduate Studies in MSoP to discuss your research project, application and funding options.
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Can I propose my own research project?
Yes, applicants will need to propose their own research proposal when submitting their application.
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Can I suggest my own research topic?
Yes, let us know what you want to research when you apply.
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Can I suggest the topic of my research project?
The topic of your pharmacy research and all other areas of your PhD should be talked through with the Lead of Postgraduate Studies.
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Can I work full-time if I am a full-time Postgraduate Researcher (PGR Student)?
Full-time students are expected to devote at least 35 hours per week to their research degree.
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How can I access the postgraduate research Moodle site?
Go to the Student Portal and click on the Moodle tab at the top.
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How can I arrange to meet with a Training and Research Programmes Officer?
Please create an enquiry through the Digital Student Centre
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How can I contact the Research & Enterprise Training Institute (Research & Enterprise Training Institute)?
You can contact the Research and Enterprise Training team by creating an enquiry
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How can I get an extension for my postgraduate research thesis?
You'll need to submit an RDA5 request for extension. Please, follow the process in the Handbook.
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How can I get an update on my transfer examination?
You can reach out to your Faculty's PGR support for more information.
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Am I able to change my project supervisor?
Please login to the Digital Student Centre and create an enquiry.
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How do I access PULSE
To access PULSE, you must be logged in to the university Portal.
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How do I find a supervisor for my pharmacy research project?
Contact details of potential research supervisors can be found online.
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I am about to submit my thesis for examination, what do I need to do?
You can find information on how to submit your draft thesis for the examination in Research Student's and Supervisor's Handbook, Section L:
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How do I register for the Faculty Heat of the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition?
You can register via the Faculty Research Office or 3MT representative.
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How do I report/resolve a problem with my supervision?
Please contact your faculty research office to help you find the best way forward with supervision issues.
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How do I request to change my mode of study? (for PhD and MPhil)
If you are a full-time PGR student but would like to change to part-time, or vice versa, you will need to submit your request for a change to your current mode of study.
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How do I request to withdraw from my studies? (for PhD, MPhil, EdD in research phase)
If you decide to withdraw from your programme, you will need to submit an RDA5 request for withdrawal and we will do our best to support you through the process.
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How do I submit my annual progress report (RDA4)?
Please submit your Annual Progress Report (RDA4) to your Faculty on the anniversary of your initial registration with the university.
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How do I submit my monthly engagement with my supervisor?
You can submit monthly engagement with your supervisor via PULSE.
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How do I temporarily change my supervision?
You can talk to your programme leader about supervision.
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How is the postgrad pharmacy degree funded?
The university is paid to run postgrad pharmacy courses or you can arrange your own funding route.
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How often should I meet my supervisor?
Meet them at least them once a month and keep in regular contact with them.
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I am a new postgraduate research student. What do I need to do?
When you arrive on campus, go to the Student Centre to complete your registration.
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I am registered for a MPhil/PhD programme. Will I get both MPhil and PhD awards?
Registering on MPhil/PhD programme will provide you with an opportunity to pursue one of the awards.
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I need to make temporary changes to my supervision. What should I do?
Speak to your supervisor or programme leader.
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I'm an international PhD student and need to leave/return to the UK. What do I do / who should I contact?
Please submit an online query to your faculty PGR support team who will be able to advise you.
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Is it possible to do a PhD in research part-time?
Yes you can!
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Is there a research student induction?
We usually hold two inductions within the academic year for research students.
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I've had my transfer viva, when can I have feedback?
You may have verbally received feedback, however, the feedback will be shared with you shortly.
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I am a new PGR student, what do I need to do?
Please, check regulations and guidance available under Research tab of the Portal and wait for invitation to new student induction.
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I have had my viva, when will I receive my feedback / what happens next?
It will take about 2 to 4 weeks to receive your formal viva outcome.
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What is the 3MT Competition?
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition is an opportunity for postgraduate research students (PGRs) to consolidate and present their research to a non-specialist audience using 1 slide, in under 3 minutes.
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What should I do if I can't go on a postgrad pharmacy study day?
You must tell us if you are going to miss a pharmacy study day.
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When are my postgrad pharmacy study days?
You can find this timetable information online.
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When are the start times for the PhD MSoP research programme?
MSoP has two PhD entry dates during the academic year: September and January.
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When do I need to submit my annual progress report (RDA4)?
Please submit your Annual Progress Report (RDA4) to your Faculty on the anniversary of your initial registration with the university.
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When do I need to submit my thesis for examination?
You will need to submit your thesis before the end date of your programme.
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When do pharmacy PhD research programmes start?
Pharmacy PhDs usually start in September or January.
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When does my PhD research programme start?
PhD research projects start at any time.
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When does my PGR programme end?
Please check Academic regulations for PGR awards and if you have further questions submit an online request.
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When does the Faculty Heat of the 3MT Competition take place?
The faculty heats typically take place between mid-February and the end of March each year.
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When is my Research Degree Administration Form (RDA4) due?
Your annual progress report (RDA4) is due every year on the anniversary of your registration.
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When is the next postgrad pharmacy student intake?
Find out when postgraduate courses start online.
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When will my oral examination/viva take place?
Your examination will take place within 3 months of the date of your RDA6.
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Where can I find information about a transfer examination?
You can find information on Transfer of Registration from MPhil to PhD in Handbook and Academic regulations for PGR awards.
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Where can I find information about the Action Plans requested by the Faculty Research Degrees Committee (FRDC)?
For information on the Action Plans please see the Postgraduate Research Student's and Supervisor's Handbook.
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Where can I find the Postgraduate (PGR) Student & Supervisors Handbook?
This can be found under the 'Research' tab on the student portal.
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Where do I find a Research Degree Administration (RDA) form?
This can be found under the 'Research' tab on the student portal.
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Where do I find the Research Degree Administration (RDA) forms for the Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences (FEHHS)?
Depending which RDA for you need, you'll be looking on Moodle or the uni's website.
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Where do I send my completed Research Degree Administration (RDA) form for the Faculty of Engineering and Science (FES)?
Just email in all completed FES RDA forms.
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Which postgrad pharmacy degrees are running this year?
An online course search will tell you all about our postgraduate pharmacy programmes.
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Who can I speak to regarding a Faculty Research Degrees Committee (FRDC) decision?
Please feel free to contact your FRDC Representative or the Secretary and we will be happy to discuss it with you.