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Research degrees that include periods of off-campus study

This Research Degrees that include Periods of Off-Campus study Policy outlines the different types of circumstances where a research student may be spending time away from the University as part of their programme of study.  Some cases require formal agreements, others are less formal but all arrangements should be made in writing so that the student, the University and any third party are clear about what is expected and where responsibilities lie.

Detailed information and procedures for collaborative programmes are found in the University’s Collaborative Provision Policy.

The Joint and Double PhD Framework defines and outlines the key functions and activities required for the management and day to day operation of a Joint and Double PhD arrangement that the University of Southampton enters into with a partner institution.

The PhD by Distance Learning Framework sets out the requirements and expectations that should be met by a School if it wishes to set up a PhD by Distance Learning.

All split-site PhDs require a formal agreement between the University of Southampton and the partner institution and the Split-Site PhDs: Principles and Procedures provides specific guidance to Faculties and Schools.

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