PhD Blog About Advice

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 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.

by Hannah Slack

Applying for a funded PhD is highly competitive. Here's our top tips for making sure your applications stands out from the rest.

by Isabel Aberdeen

From PhD student to interviewer: Izzy shares her top do’s and don’ts for PhD interviews based on her experience of sitting on a PhD interview panel

by Hannah Slack

Although PhD supervisors aren't the only people who will judge your application, their opinion is extremely important in deciding whether or not you get a place (and sometimes funding too).

by Taru Medha

Thinking of working while studying? Here are some simple yet effective tips to help you juggle work and study.