An overview of the typical PhD journey

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1. Getting Started

  • Welcome and Induction
  • Meet with academic team to plan ways of working, and agree to a set of mutual expectations.
  • Project plan signed off.

2. Progression and Development (an annual cycle)

  • Development Needs Analysis (DNA).
  • Agree monthly supervisory meetings.
  • Research activities.
  • Personal development and training.
  • Independent Progress Assessment Panel (IPAP).
  • Collaborate and share progress with peers.
  • Annual Progress Review (APR).
  • Annual Registration.

3. Assessment and Award

  • ‘Intention to Submit’ form.
  • Thesis submission.
  • Defend Thesis at Viva Voce.
  • Address Viva outcomes.
  • Upload Thesis to Library.
  • Graduation.

 

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