Pre-application screening

Applications are currently CLOSED for this programme and will reopen in November.

Application process
Step 1: Pre-application screening form (enter your details below)
Deadline April 2024
Step 2: Interview
Step 3: Full application to university direct:
Cambridge deadline May 2024 - apply
UCL deadline Jun 2024 - apply

For further details on the application process and who we are looking for see: 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 CEPS 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

Email 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.

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: https://opinio.ucl.ac.uk/s?s=79002

Aim

The CEPS 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.