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How to apply | 37 As a research-led University, Keele provides a supportive environment with highly-acclaimed academic teaching and research facilities. STEP 4 Application STEP 5 Your Keele offer STEP 6 Welcome to Keele Before you submit your application, ensure you have discussed it with the respective Research Office or Institute so your proposal, supervision and specific entry requirements are completely understood. Application is via online form; you will find the link on the webpage of your chosen research area. On receipt of your application, the Research Office or Institute will contact you to discuss details of your application and whether a suitable supervisor can be matched to your proposal. Generally the Research Office or Institute will contact you to discuss details of your application and your project prior to making a final decision. After a full evaluation, we will advise you of our decision. If we are able to offer you a place, we will issue you with a formal offer letter. On receipt of our offer letter, you will need to formally accept the offer of a place and meet any conditions set out in the offer. We will then send you pre-arrival information to help you prepare for the start of your programme. You will need to pay a tuition fee deposit or provide evidence of funding prior to receiving the visa checklist. Details about paying a tuition fee deposit will be sent with your offer. Please visit our website for more information: keele.ac.uk/visa Your Research Office or Institute will also contact you about starting your programme and any preparations you need to make. The start of your exciting journey of your dedicated research programme. 97% OF RESEARCH AT KEELE IS INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED RESEARCH EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK 2014