York Graduate Research School

The York Graduate Research School (YGRS) connects more than 2,000 postgraduate researchers (PGRs) across all disciplines and brings together the support you need to make the most of your research project.

Announcing our new Dean

We are pleased to share the news that Professor Paul Wakeling will be the new Dean of York Graduate Research School.

Latest newsletter

Read our news round-up in the latest YGRS newsletter, featuring information about our induction catch up, research culture, and entering the PhD Spotlight competition.

About York Graduate Research School

Thinking about applying for a postgraduate research degree?

News, events and opportunities

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Induction catch up

The event recording from our induction in October is now available for a refresher on everything you need to know to help you settle in and get started.

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Complete the Research Integrity Tutorial

You must complete the Research Integrity Tutorial on the VLE before your first TAP (Thesis Advisory Panel) meeting.

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How can your work make a difference?

This self-directed learning resource covers the fundamentals of research impact, and is split into interactive modules looking at planning for impact, engagement with stakeholders, and evaluating impact.

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Cost of living

We know that the cost of living continues to affect students and our information on cost of living support has been updated for the new academic year.

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