For all research degrees you will normally be required to have obtained or expect to obtain a first degree equivalent to at least a UK 2:1 Honours degree. You will need at least a 2:1 or its equivalent in order to be considered by any of the main funding bodies. For some programmes we also consider evidence of relevant personal, professional and educational experience. Where an applicant has taken or is taking, more than one academic qualification that meets our entry requirements, the University reserves the right to make an offer on the most recent academic qualification. **Specific requirements for programmes** Entry requirements for research programmes vary and are dependent on your previous academic qualifications, experience and personal qualities. Please see individual research topic pages and also contact your Faculty of interest to discuss your suitability. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.