Pre-application workshops

We have run our pre-application workshops and there are no further workshops planned for this recruitment.

Please visit the Apply Now page to view projects open for applications.

Please note: Additional projects based at Durham University will be added soon and will have a different application deadline. Please refer to the individual project adverts for full details.

If you have any questions about the ReNU⁺ CDT or about how to apply please email us on renu@northumbria.ac.uk or book an appointment with our Centre Manager.

Workshop recordings and Slides

ReNU⁺ CDT hosted two online sessions to help potential applicants learn more about the PhD programme with ReNU⁺, the application process and provide an informal opportunity to ask questions. Current PhD researchers also shared their experiences of what it’s like to do a PhD with us.

Click below to watch the recording of our 1st workshop and another recording of the student panel and question section from our 2nd workshop (as the slides presented in the 1st workshop are the same).

Slides

Click on the following link to view the presentation slides from the workshop.

PowerPoint Slides from the Workshops

Full recording of December 2025 Workshop

Student panel - What it’s like to be a researcher? (from Jan workshop)