Postgraduate Research Virtual Open Event
Our Postgraduate Research Virtual Open Event is designed to help you find out about our research opportunities and get expert advice from current staff and students.
View our sessions to get guidance on:
- The research degree application process
- Researching degree funding
- Applying as an International PGR applicant
Catch up on live sessions
An Introduction to International Study - Postgraduate Research Applications
Watch an in-depth introduction to international study at BCU. Aimed at international students considering applying for Postgraduate Research.
Watch the international sessionResearch Degrees at BCU – Application Process and Funding
Learn more about the application process and funding available for research degrees at BCU.
Watch the research degrees sessionWho is this for?
It’s open to everyone, but it’s definitely for you if you:
Want to study a postgraduate course at a modern university in a major city: We’re at the heart of the UK’s second-largest city with a population of over 1.1 million people. Birmingham is one of the youngest cities in Europe, with under-25s accounting for 37.4% of its population (West Midlands Growth Company, 2022).
Are an international student wanting to study a PhD in the UK: Our international team answered questions about funding, applications and the process you'll need to follow as an international applicant.
Want to study in ultra-modern facilities and learning spaces: We have invested £500 million in our facilities, including a major expansion of our City Centre Campus.
Are a friend, family or carer of someone who’s considering a place at university.
What can I do?
Find out more about postgraduate finance: We know that finance and funding options are a key consideration for postgraduate study. Our virtual event was an informative talk about the ins and outs of funding.
Receive application advice: Our experts shared their top tips to submitting a great application or research proposal.
Get your questions answered: Additional questions about finance, applications, or other aspects of life as a postgraduate research student at BCU were answered by our staff during this session. You can now watch the recording to hear their answers.