Pre Application Screening Application processStep 1: Pre-application screening form (enter your details below) Deadline 02 May 2025Step 2: InterviewStep 3: Full application to university direct: Cambridge deadline 16 May 2025 - apply UCL deadline 16 May 2025 - apply For further details on the application process, visit: Apply to become a student. Step 1: Pre-application screening Prospective students should complete a pre-application screening form before submitting a full application to either institution. This is not a formal application and there is no pre-application fee. Pre-applications are reviewed by a panel of PES CDT Directors from both UCL and University of Cambridge to assess your suitability before you are invited to make a full application. You may express a preference for either UCL or University of Cambridge at pre-application stage. Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. Step 3: Successful interviewees are invited to make a full application* to either UCL or University of Cambridge. Full applications are processed by the respective university. *Application fees may apply Submit a pre-application screening form here Tip: It is advisable to prepare and save your pre-application separately before completing the online form. The online form cannot be saved and you may lose data if you experience technical difficulties. How we process your personal data and what your rights are Title i.e Mr, Ms, Miss, Mrs, Dr, Prof, etc First Name(s) Surname/Family name Date of Birth Your E-Mail Address Phone Number Nationality This should match the nationality identified in your passport. Country of Ordinary Residence For a country to be considered as your country of ordinary residence, you should habitually, normally and lawfully reside in that area out of choice. See www.ukcisa.org.uk for current definitions. Settled status or Indefinite leave to remain If not British, do you have settled or pre-settled status or indefinite leave to remain/enter? Do you have any special needs or requirements should you be invited to interview? Preferred university for MRes No preference University of Cambridge UCL How did you hear about this programme? Search engine findaphd.com I have studied at UCL or Cambridge Friend or family Open Day Other If 'other' please give details Qualifications obtained Detail your education since age 17. Start with the most recent qualifications. Include any relevant professional qualifications. You should include: Name of college/university/awarding body, qualification, grade/class/GPA and dates of study. Qualifications currently being taken Include name of university or awarding body. List degree-level modules undertaken so far with marks Include actual or expected marks where available Personal Statement Professional experience Exam transcripts Upload your exam transcripts if available. Only one file can be uploaded Submit Reset Complete the Equality and Diversity monitoring form To help us monitor our performance in meeting our equality and diversity goals, please complete this short anonymous form. Complete the form here: Equality & Diversity monitoring form Aim The PES CDT has a commitment to ensuring that students are recruited on the basis of merit, regardless of ethnic origin, sex or disability, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality (within current legislation), marital status, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs on matters such as religion and politics. Your data The information collected is used for equality and diversity monitoring only. It is not used in connection with individual applications and not visible to staff members during applicant screening, interviews or making offers.
