Supporting emerging researchers
As a supervisor or member of staff working with researchers, these pages hold information on the policies you must follow and guidance to help you effectively support research at Sussex.
Useful contacts for further information
Sussex Researcher School (SRS)
The Sussex Researcher School collaborates with Faculties, Schools and professional services divisions across the University to support the progression and development of emerging researchers. You can find out more about our teams under People and Contacts.
SRS Administration – researcher-school@sussex.ac.uk
The first point of contact for general SRS queries, communications and signposting to other teams.
PGR Governance – pgr-governance@sussex.ac.uk
For queries regarding PGR governance or the Procedures on Research Degrees (PoRD).
Researcher Development – researcher-development@sussex.ac.uk
Supports PGRs and ECRs through induction, training, writing retreats, funding, community events and awards.
PGR Scholarships – pgr-scholarships@sussex.ac.uk
For questions about PhD funding bids, UKRI applications or stipend payments.
Student Administration
Student Administration delivers processes that support both taught and PGR students throughout their studies.
PGR Engagement/Attendance – h.basterra@sussex.ac.uk
For advice on engagement requirements and the Attendance, Absence and Engagement Policy.
UKVI Compliance – pgr-visas@sussex.ac.uk
For guidance on Student visa sponsorship, engagement requirements, intermissions, extensions and related issues.
PGR Exams – pgr-exams@sussex.ac.uk
Manages the examination process from intention to submit through to viva outcomes and graduation.
Academic Appeals – appeals@sussex.ac.uk
For PGRs contesting certain academic decisions. Initial guidance is available on the Student Hub.
Student Data and Records
PGR Records – pgr-studentrecords@sussex.ac.uk
Supports PGRs from registration to thesis submission, including extensions and intermissions.
Student Data – studata@sussex.ac.uk
Produces and provides student data reports for colleagues across the University.
Human Resources
HR – human.resources@sussex.ac.uk
Handles matters relating to researcher employment, including doctoral tutor contracts and payroll/pensions queries.
Faculty Wellbeing Consultants
Faculty Wellbeing Consultants – facultywellbeingconsultants@sussex.ac.uk
Supports staff regarding student wellbeing, including PGRs and offers advice or training sessions.