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AFHEA Pathway for Doctoral Researchers: Eligibility and Enrolment

There are a number of stages to applying for AFHEA through the pathway for doctoral researchers. The first stage is enrolling. The following table takes you through each stage in the enrolment process.

Stage Description
Stage 1

Read about the process and check eligibility criteria

Before deciding whether you would like to apply for enrolment on this scheme it is vital that you have a good understanding of what AFHEA means, and a clear idea of what the process involves and how much work it will be. You will find all this information in the Applicant Guidance DocumentYou should also read through the eligibility criteria carefully, and make sure that you meet them.

Stage 2

Complete application for enrolment form

If you meet the eligibility criteria and you have the approval of your supervisor, you can then apply for enrolment on the scheme by sending in the enrolment form. The completed form should be sent to Dr Pam Stuart at the Doctoral and Researcher College (DoctoralandResearcherCollege@reading.ac.uk).

 The form will need to be signed by your supervisor and your Head of School or Department. The Doctoral and Researcher College together with CQSD ADE will assess how closely you meet the eligibility criteria, and whether the scheme is suitable for you. There are a limited number of places on the scheme so not everyone who applies for selection will be successful.