PhD Blogs

by Kristine Bagdassarian

Shopping around for a supervisor? Let us help you make the right choice. What kind of mentors can you expect to find?

by Victoria Huber

As prestigious as it is and fulfilling as it can be, a PhD isn't for everyone. So how do you know if it's the right option for you? Victoria's story offers some advice for anyone reflecting on their plans right now.

by Sofia Raftopoulou

The first semester of your PhD can really shake your confidence, particularly in a technical subject like Science. Here’s some advice on how to survive your initial months.

by Kristine Bagdassarian

Our review of 'How to Complete a PhD in the Medical and Clinical Sciences', edited by Dr Ashton Barnett-Vanes and Dr Rachel Allen (Wiley-Blackwell, 2017)

by Sharon Spratt

Our review of 'Your PhD Thesis: How to Plan, Draft, Revise & Edit Your Thesis' by Prof Robert C. Brewer (Studymates, 2007)

by Elizabeth Lomas

Our review of 'Your PhD Companion' by Stephen Marshall and Nick Green (How To Books Ltd, 2010)

by Dominic Hosler

Our review of 'The Unwritten Rules of PhD Research' byMarian Petre and Gordon Rugg (Open University Press, 2010)

by Alex Fanghanel

Our review of 'The Good Research Guide: For Small-Scale Social Research Projects' by Martyn Denscombe (Open University Press, 2014)

by Alex Fanghanel

Our review of 'The Doctoral Examination Process: A Handbook for Students, Examiners and Supervisors' by Penny Tinkler and Carolyn Jackson (Open University Press, 2004)

by Wilma Clark

Our review of 'How to Survive Your Viva: Defending a Thesis in an Oral Examination' by Rowena Murray (Open University Press, 2009)