Information for new postgraduate researchers
Things to know and do as a new postgraduate researcher at the University of Sheffield.
Your postgraduate research journey starts here
Welcome to the University of Sheffield, a place where independent thinking meets shared ambition.
Getting started
Complete your registration
Remember to complete your online registration tasks and book your in-person ID or right to study check.
Complete your checklist
Find out what you need to do before you start your research degree.
Register with the University Health Service
Register with University Health Service, a National Health Service (NHS) General Practice focused on student health.
Managing your studies
The Code of Practice sets out the University’s expectations of research students, as well as the responsibilities of the University.
Meet your supervisor
Your supervisor is here to get the best out of you. They'll offer advice and work with you to identify the training and development you need to achieve your goals.
Complete your mandatory training
Access the mandatory training courses for PGRs (University login required)
Community and welcome
Join a researcher-led network
Connect with other researchers to share problems, experiences, strategies, or to campaign for greater awareness or policy changes.
Centre for Equity and Inclusion
The Centre offers a comprehensive programme of support and opportunity for postgraduate researchers of colour across the University.
Your personal development
Doctoral Development Programme (DDP)
A programme of personalised training and development for all PGR students, designed to be flexible and tailored to your own needs.
Careers support
The Careers & Employability Service can support you to take stock of your skills and shape your career, within and beyond academia.
English language support
Access a series of short courses, 1 to 1 tutorials and workshops to give you the academic language and literacy skills you need in your postgraduate research degree.
StudySkills@Sheffield
Find resources, workshops and tutorials to develop your research, academic writing, digital, and maths and statistical skills.
Languages for All
Study a language as an extracurricular module through the Doctoral Development Programme or as a self-funded student.
Help and support
How to find help when you need it
Not sure where to start? Check the Student Online Support Hub first, including support for your mental health and wellbeing, finance and fees.
Find help and support (student login required)
Support for disabled PGRs
Find dedicated resources, information and support for disabled PGR students, including international students.
Support for international PGRs
Find information for new international PGRs, from settling in, to health and wellbeing and academic support.
IT essentials
Learn more about accessing your University IT account, viewing your timetable and using Blackboard.
Student IT account help and essentials
My Digital Induction: a guide to the apps and software you will use at the University
Access support for your wellbeing
A range of practical and emotional support is available to you at any stage of your university journey, if you need it.