Finance and funding
We aim to ensure that the cost of your degree does not cause undue stress. Discover the financial support options available.
Stipend payments
If you have received funding administered by the University (such as the Dean’s Award, Departmental Awards, EPSRC, STFC, BBSRC, or PDS) and it includes a maintenance allowance, your monthly stipend official payment is due on the 1st of each month. Although we strive to make payments early, this cannot always be guaranteed. Therefore, our payment dates are for guidance only and all direct debits and standing orders should be set up for the 1st of the month.
You can find information on how to register your bank details and view a schedule for receiving stipend payments on the Student Support Finances website.
Ensure you complete re-registration at the start of each year of study to ensure that the University can disburse your stipend.
For specific queries, please contact us.
Research and Training Support Grant
Many PGR students receive an individual Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) budget for the project and travel costs associated with their research. For more information about your RTSG entitlement and RTSG management, please visit Research and Training Support Grant guidance.
Conference travel and fieldwork support
You may expect to present your results at one or more conferences during your programme. In some areas, Summer Schools are offered at various stages. Some research projects may involve spending significant periods of time working at a partner institution or shorter visits for data collection or meetings with collaborators.
- The Doctoral Academy are delighted to announce the Doctoral Academy Support Fund which is intended to support postgraduate researchers in the Faculty of Science of Engineering to facilitate conference attendance or support further training and development.
- UKRI funded postgraduate researchers have access to some financial support for these purposes. In the first instance you should speak to your supervisor about access to these funds. Your supervisor can advise you of your available balance for travel funds.
Other sponsored PGRs may have financial support for travel from their sponsors.
In all cases you should discuss conference and other project-related travel, and the ways in which this could be financially supported, with your supervisor.
You can not book your own travel, this needs to be done by your Departmental Operations Team. For more information and guidance on completing the form please visit your School Sharepoint site:
Fees and expenses
All claims must be made by completing a PR7 claim form and submitting this to your Departmental Operations Team.
For more information and guidance on completing the form please visit your School Sharepoint site:
Procurement
The University has multiple pathways to procurement with which your Department Operations Team can assist you:
- Oracle iProcurement and eMarketplace
- Receiving items
- Setting up a new supplier to the University
- One-off payments (Bank Transfer)
- Purchasing / credit card
- Gift vouchers
If you are unsure which option is the most suitable for your needs, please contact your Department's Operations Team who will be happy to assist.
You should obtain email approval from your supervisor before submitting a requisition. The email approval should be sent to your Department Operations Team who will attach this to the requisition on iProc.
For more information about the pathways to procurement and to find your Departmental Operations Team please visit your School Sharepoint Site:
Stores
The University has a number of stores on campus. They stock a variety of frequently used goods and commodities or have items that can be loaned as required. Their staff have expertise in their respective areas and can be approached for advice and guidance. Where appropriate, PGRs are encouraged to make use of these stores.
Find out where the FSE stores are located and to request products from stores please find your Departmental stores contact.
Financial support
We understand that even with meticulous financial planning, unforeseen circumstances can arise, affecting your ability to cover day-to-day living expenses.
- Doctoral Training and Development Support Fund. The Doctoral Academy is pleased to introduce the Doctoral Training and Development Support Fund, which is intended to support postgraduate researchers in the Faculty of Science of Engineering to facilitate conference attendance and support further training and development.
- Living Cost Support Fund. All PGRs who are studying on a full-time programme (or at least 60 credits if part time) are eligible to apply for the Living Cost Support Fund to assist with living expenses (note: this fund cannot help with tuition fees).
Alternative sources of funding
Our Careers Service has renewed our subscription to The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding for another year. Students do not need to worry about paying for access; simply sign in using your UoM details. For more information, visit Alternative Funding Sources.