You will be asked to set up an account that will enable you to save your application and come back to it at a later date if you wish.If you need support, use our videos on how to create an account and how to submit an application.Once you begin your application, use the left-hand navigation to move through the sections of the form, you can 'check your information' at each stage.Clicking on this will either:ask you to complete missing information or to correct formatting (such as dates);mark the section of the form as 'complete';ask you to upload supporting documents, if needed.If you cannot upload supporting documents, there is often a field for you to give a reason why so you can still submit your application. We will then provide you with instructions on how to provide supporting documents via an online portal.Required documents usually include:evidence of qualifications (certificates or transcripts);evidence of English language ability, if English is not your first language (some English language test results are only valid for two years, make sure your test report is valid on the start date of your course); a research proposal, always check the department website for instructions and guidance as requirements vary;check the department website for any additional application requirements (for example, some courses may ask for specific information in a personal statement);you may need two references, they will be contacted and asked to submit a reference directly to us via our referee portal. You will be notified when they have done this. Please make sure your referees are aware in advance, as the references play a vital part in our assessment of your application.