PhD Blogs

by Holly Dale

What happens at the start of a PhD? And how should you prepare? Holly shares five helpful and reassuring tips for new postgraduate researchers.

by Chris Banyard

A student story of how a UK Research Council Funded Studentship really works

by Chris Banyard

Research engagement is becoming increasingly important for PhD students to consider. Here's our guide on how to achieve impact, outreach and commercialisation in your PhD

by Chris Banyard

What's the best way to move on from a postgraduate degree rejection? Here are some steps for getting over it

by Margarida Trigo

What can you actually get from a Postgrad fair? One student explains why these free events are well worth the time.

by Chris Banyard

With the announcement of 2018's Nobel Prizes, we look at the winners and their postgraduate degrees

by Matt Lawson

What ten pieces of advice would someone give a PhD student just starting out on their degree? We liked these tips from Dr Matt Lawson so much we wanted to share them on our blog.

by Chris Banyard

Social media can be harnessed for creating an effective online CV, networking, communicating your research, and keeping up-to-date with research.

by Chris Banyard

You're not on your own when doing a doctorate degree. Here's everyone else involved in your PhD.

by Chris Banyard

About to start your PhD? Here are five handy pieces of advice to begin in the best way.