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Need Money for a Conference? Top Tips for Writing a Travel Grant

You could apply for a travel grant if you're going to a conference as part of your PhD! Here are some of Holly's top tips for making your grant application the best it can be.

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A Checklist for the First Semester of Your Postgraduate Degree

We have an easy checklist of things you should get sorted in the first semester of your degree to set you up for a smooth journey ahead.

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Help! I’ve Run Out of Money For My Research!

What do you when you run out of money mid-research? PhD student Holly has created a battle plan for when you need more research money.

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A Latecomer to the Lab: Switching from Humanities to Science

PhD student Hazel, who switched to science after doing a history undergraduate degree, shares how she made the shift and why it's never too late to take on the course of your dreams!

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Postgraduate Loans in England and Wales: 2025 Updates

The Masters and PhD loan amounts are changing for 2025! This blog has all the information you need about the recent changes to the English and Welsh loans and the Disabled Students' Allowance.

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Critique Is Not Criticism: Dealing With Peer Reviewers’ Comments on Your Paper

Have you just got some peer review comments back on a paper? PhD student Holly talks you through what you should do, how you should approach these comments and what your replies should look like.

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Best of 2024 – Our Most Popular Blogs of the Year

A round-up of our most popular postgraduate advice this year, from how to stand out on PhD applications to deciding which university to attend.

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Postgraduate Wellbeing: Where Can You Find Help?

If you're feeling overwhelmed, please know there is help available! We've pulled together some university, local and national resources so you know where to go!

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How to Stay Connected as a PhD Student

A PhD can feel very isolating and it is important to keep connected with your friends and family. PhD student Ian shares his experience!

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Taking a Break Over the Holidays: Advice From a Third Year PhD Student

PhD student Holly talks about taking a much-needed break this Christmas and how to truly relax during the Holidays.

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