Key Resources & Support

This page signposts all the key resources and support available to you during your time as a research student. Click the headings to see more.

Online resources

Postgraduate Researcher Development: explore our online resources section to find a range of videos, self-study courses and book recommendations addressing a variety of topics
CamGuides: an onboarding course provided by the Libraries to help you navigate Cambridge and get settled within the city, the University and your research
LibGuides: a suite of self-study resources to help you develop your study skills and navigate the resources available to you
Cambridge Students: an overview of important information you are likely to need to as a Cambridge student, from topics such as registration, fees and financial assistance to course and exam requirements and complaints procedures
The Language Centre: a suite of self-study resources on Academic English, covering topics from plagiarism and overcoming procrastination to argumentation and clarity in English

Student Support: an overview of and guide to all the support available to you as a Cambridge student, whether financial, academic or pastoral
Postgraduate Wellbeing Service: a central service offering online or in-person appointments specifically tailored to postgraduate students
University Counselling Service: a central service staffed by accredited counsellors and therapists for when you need support from a professional with no other role in your academic life
Accessibility & Disability Resource Centre: guidance, support and resources for any student with a disability or accessibility need, whether a physical disability, neurodivergence, mental health condition or learning difficulty
Student Advice Service: a Cambridge Students' Union service providing free and confidential advice to students
The Careers Service: the central service dedicated to helping you plan and prepare for your future at any stage, whether you have just joined the University or will shortly be graduating
Cambridge University Library: a central hub of information about library services in Cambridge

Code of Practice: sets out the University's guidelines and students' and supervisors' responsibilities
Good Academic Practice: all about avoiding plagiarism and academic misconduct
Research Integrity: guidance on University policies addressing research integrity, ethics and good research practice
Assessment: the general criteria for assessment of your final thesis
Progress Timelines: details of the formal progress points at which you will be assessed and processes for your self-evaluation and reports from your supervisor