PhD Blogs

by Hannah Slack

Welcome to our PhDiary! To kick this series off, Hannah reminisces about her first week as a History PhD student. From the fiery flames of stress to the warm moments of success, hopefully her story can offer some insight and solace.

by Hannah Slack

Many postgraduate students find themselves burning out, particularly during the run up to the holidays. In this blog, a final year PhD student shares her tricks to getting some much needed rest.

by Mark Bennett

Did you know that you can use the FindAPhD search to uncover PhD projects with funding for international students? Here's how.

by Ben Turnbull

Thinking of self-funding a PhD? It's important to know what you'll actually have to pay for and to spare a thought for how you'll do so.

by Hannah Slack

Having now completed her PhD, Hannah recounts what her viva was like and the impact it had on her life.

by Holly Giles

After one year of PhD study, Holly passed her doctoral confirmation review. Here's her advice.

by Taru Medha

Looking for a part-time job in Australia? Why not take advantage of one of these more unconventional ones.

by Hannah Slack

Having passed her viva this summer, Hannah shares how she prepared for the big day in the penultimate instalment of the PhDiary.

by Taru Medha

Some of the world's best student cities are in Australia. We've taken a look at the top five so you can decide which is your ideal study destination.

by Holly Giles

Now in her second year, Holly shares the many ways PhD students can get involved in their university department.