| 2 July 2026 | Invitation to supervisors to submit project proposal |
| 29 July 2026 |
Last date for supervisors to submit project proposal
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| August 2026 |
Applications assessed and sponsorship sought
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| August 2026 |
Supervisors advised of the outcome of their application
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| 1 September 2026 | Project outlines advertised online; students to complete application form and return to summer studentships inbox by 30 September |
| September–October 2026 |
Supervisors appoint students to the programme
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2 November 2026 |
Earliest start date for students
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| 18 November 2026 |
Welcome Event – Information about the requirements of the programme and a chance for students to meet each other – highly recommended for all students
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| 23 November 2026 |
Student Workshops
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| Late November 2026 |
Latest start date for students (note it is a 10-week full-time programme so a late start date likely means working into February)
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Christmas and New year
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University closed
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Late January 2027 |
Poster Showcase Event
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| 8 February 2027 |
Written deliverables and supervisor sign-off due
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Late February-March 2027 |
Final payment to students |
