Support for international Postgraduate Research (PGR) students
Information and advice for new and existing international PGR students, from preparing to welcome you, health and wellbeing to academic support.
International PGRs are central to the life of our University
Doctoral research can be fascinating, rewarding, exhilarating, exhausting and stressful. We provide a range of services, resources and information to support you throughout the whole of your degree.
Before you arrive, welcoming you and settling in
New International Postgraduate Researcher (Doctorate) checklist
Everything you need to do before you start your doctoral degree if you're a PGR student paying overseas fees or with a visa and immigration tasks.
New International Postgraduate Researcher (Doctorate) checklist
International student essentials
A comprehensive guide on what you need to know from how to open a bank account, average rent prices, using public transport and what to pack for moving to the UK.
Travelling to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ from the airport
How to get to º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ from various UK airports, and information about the Meet and Greet scheme from Manchester Airport.
International Student Success programme
Find support and advice for settling in and adjusting to life in the UK, using this free online resource.
Accommodation for families
An outline of the University owned and private accommodation available if you’re an international student bringing your family to the UK.
PGRs with dependants
Information and guidance if you’re bringing your family to the UK, eg finding accommodation. schooling and applying for visas.
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Visas, immigration and working in the UK
Visas and immigration
Information and guidance on student visas and immigration ranging from applying for a student visa to lost passports and working in the UK after your PhD.
Change of status
Advice on how changes to your studies affects your Student or Tier 4 visa, including leave of absence and how to extend your study/time limits as a postgraduate research student.
International Student Support, Advice and Compliance (ISSAC) team
The ISAAC team are here to help you with your Student or Tier 4 visa needs and a range of study-related immigration matters.
Working in the UK on a Student Visa
Find information about student eligibility to work on a Student or Tier 4 Visa, restrictions on the type of work and how to look for work.
Working in the UK after your studies
As an international PGR, you must apply for a visa if you wish to stay in the UK to work after your studies.
Career and skills development
Careers and Employability Service
The Careers and Employability Service website has a section on career development support for international PGRs.
Postgraduate Researcher Experience Programme (PREP)
Engage with activities that enhance your career development through undertaking an internship, work-shadowing experience, exploring career ideas and developing additional skills and attributes.
myDevelopment
myDevelopment is a central hub for all learning and development opportunities for staff and PGR students at the University. PGR students have full access to myDevelopment and the learning content within it.
Doctoral Development Programme (DDP) Training and Development Hub
The University offers a range of PGR development and training opportunities. Find details of how to sign up for academic modules, research skills seminars, IT, language and statistical training.
Doctoral Development Programme (DDP) Training and Development Hub
English Language Teaching Centre (ELTC)
As a PGR student, you can access ELTC short courses, one-to-one tutorials and workshops to give you the academic language and literacy skills you need in your postgraduate research degree.
Health and wellbeing
Healthcare for international students
Information for international students about National Health Service (NHS) entitlement, health insurance and immunisations before you arrive in the UK.
Student mental health, counselling and therapies service
Help is available if you need support with your mental health at any point during your time at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½.
Disability and Dyslexia Support Service (DDSS)
The DDSS is a friendly and confidential service, providing support and advice to all PGR students.This includes support for disabilities, physical and mental health needs, specific learning needs, amongst many other things.
Wellbeing
If you’re feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life, our Student Wellbeing Service can offer tailored one-to-one support to help you manage and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Support is available to all students, including postgraduate.
Personal and pastoral support for PGR students
Find out what you can expect from your personal tutor in supporting and guiding you towards becoming an independent researcher and reaching your full potential.
Belief, No Belief and Religious (BNBR) Life Centre
The Belief, No Belief and Religious (BNBR) Life Centre provides a listening ear and pastoral support to all colleagues and students, whatever their identity, religion, belief or no belief.
Community and making connections
Students’ Union Global Community Hub
Find out about the support for international students available through your Students' Union.
Global Campus
A programme of events and activities designed to help international students, including PGRs, settle into life in º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ and meet other students.
Umii app
You can use the Umii app to connect with other PGR students at the University based on your programme and interests.
PGR Connect
PGR Connect is available to all PhD students and is a new way to connect with your colleagues! As a mentee you can connect with someone more experienced and further along in their research.
Support for your doctoral research degree
Find your Faculty Graduate School
There is a wealth of support and information available in your Faculty to help make your doctoral research degree successful.
Postgraduate Research Hub
Guidance and support for postgraduate research students on all aspects of undertaking and managing postgraduate research study.
Manage PGR Studies: The Code of Practice
The Code of Practice contains a wide range of information for PGR students, from registration to the point of award. Here you will find guidance on everything from supervision, to working and taking annual leave.
Research
Information for all PGR students on conducting research at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½.
Find support
If you need support you can get advice on who can help from Student Services. You’ll find the Student Services Information Desk (SSiD) on level 3 of the Students’ Union.