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Research

Making an impact and creating real change

REF 2021 results

Pioneering research recognised internationally

86% of the University of Chichester's outputs rated as internationally renowned
Over three-quarters of our research impact considerable, very considerable or outstanding in reach and significance
REF 2021 results reflect achievements in subject areas across the whole University
Cloisters

Internationally recognised research

Explore our research areas, discover our postgraduate opportunities and
browse our REF results

We have a diverse portfolio of approaches and practices to research. We recognise that success depends on the empowerment, support and contribution of staff and students within the community that they create.

We are consistently working to enhance and improve our support, guidance and infrastructure and facilitate the continuing development of our researchers.

Postgraduate Research Degrees

Continue your research journey with us

PhDs and MPhil Degrees

Choose your research specialism and complete your postgraduate research degree with us. Explore our research support and Pre-PhD Preparation programme, and find out how to apply.

Our Impact and Governance

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Research Excellence Framework

The Research Excellence Framework (REF) runs every seven years identifies who is producing the most excellent research in the UK.

Research Governance

Browse our research ethics and find out how our research is governed and monitored.

Research Repository

Discover our research outputs

Chiprints Repository

Visit our open access hub to browse our research outputs.

Research Office

Supporting our research

The Research Office champions our University Research Strategy and supports the development of our research environment and researchers.

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