Curriculum Vitae:
Prepare your CV – this is required for certain funded or project-linked awards.
Personal Statement:
Prepare a personal statement/statement of purpose, if required. This will be specified on the relevant academic School website.
Recommendation Letter:
Obtain two references – download our referee report form (PDF document, 50 KB)
Research Proposal:
If you wish to study for a Manchester PhD, you may need to submit a research proposal with your application. This is crucial in the assessment of your application and it warrants plenty of your time and energy.
Your research proposal should:
demonstrate evidence of intellectual purpose and originality;
show that you are capable of communicating your ideas clearly, concisely and coherently;
define the topic you are interested in and show good awareness of the research context.
Typical proposals range between 1,000 and 1,500 words; however, we advise you to consult with your School for specific guidance on word count.