for Research

Degree Awarding Powers (RDAP) announced by Vice-Chancellor Nick Braisby

In January 2023 BNU Vice-Chancellor Nick Braisby announced that BNU is committed to starting the application process for Research Degree Awarding Powers in 2023.

‘‘Research degree awarding powers represent a strong insurance policy for the future and are the means by which our position as a nationally regarded higher education institution are confirmed. These awarding powers also represent the final stage of registration for an institution in allowing universities to confer research qualifications in the form of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees.

By succeeding with our application, it will recognise the University’s Thrive28 Strategy commitment to developing a dynamic research environment and confirms the direction of our research strategy. We work closely with stakeholders and the potential beneficiaries of our research to ensure that our research has meaningful impact. With the award of RDAP, we will be even better placed to develop and deliver research that makes a difference.

Our submission will attest that University staff members are committed to maintaining and improving our wide range of research-related events, alongside regular conferences, public lectures, workshops, postgraduate seminars, and other sessions involving schools, students, and external participants.

Achieving RDAP recognition will give our institution the authority to create, deliver, and award research degrees. This important milestone will enable us to expand our research capabilities and increase our ability to collaborate with private sector companies, government agencies, and non-profit organisations to address both regional and national issues’’.

BNU is currently gathering data for a potential application by the end of 2023.