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On Kindness in Postgraduate Study

The world feels like a challenging place right now. So, as part of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week, we've looked at some of the small kindnesses you can share and experience as a postgraduate student.

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PhD Study in the Times of COVID – How to Stay on Track

Managing a PhD project during the coronavirus outbreak is challenging, but it isn't impossible. Sofia shares her own experience and advice.

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What Happens at a Virtual Postgraduate Open Day – And Why Bother Attending One?

Universities around the world are taking their open days online. Here's what you should expect from a virtual event and how you can benefit from attending one.

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How to Find the Perfect PhD Position in STEM

Finding the ideal PhD research project isn't always easy. We've explained how to go about deciding whether research is right for you and how to secure that perfect position.

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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Postgraduate Study Down Under

There are quite a few surprises about studying a Masters or PhD in Australia and New Zealand, from scholarships to research opportunities.

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First Encounters of the PhD Kind – What it’s Like to Actually Start a Doctorate

PhDs are full of new experiences. In this blog, Marcus shares some of his first experiences as a PhD student.

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Can You Commute for a PhD? And Should You?

The good, the bad and the ugly of commuting while studying towards a PhD

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Finding ‘the One’: My PhD Application Journey

Thinking about a PhD and wondering what it’s actually like to apply for one? Marcus shares his PhD application story.

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