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Withdrawing from your research programme

At Queen Mary there is a variety of support available should you feel like you need more tailored guidance during a change of circumstances.


If you are experiencing difficulties in your studies, you may wish to consider interrupting your studies, applying for an extension of your submission date, or moving from full-time to part-time status, depending on your circumstances. 

We highly suggest speaking about your circumstances with your supervisor as they may be able to appropriately guide you on possible next steps and implications to the academic side of your change in circumstances. In addition, there is a tailored Advice and Counselling service provided at Queen Mary, who are trained to assist in a multitude of difficulties you may be facing, please find a direct link to them at the bottom of this page.

If you have definitely decided to withdraw from Queen Mary, please complete the PGR Withdrawal Form [DOC 63KB] and pass it to your supervisor. When it has been countersigned by the Director for Graduate Studies, the Research Degrees Office will write to you to confirm the termination of your registration with Queen Mary.

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