PhD Blogs

by Tamar Beck

A disability or health problem might make a PhD more challenging, but it can also be a source of inspiration and drive. Read one student's story.

by Mark Bennett

Wondering how much you'll actually need to budget for a PhD? We've done some research into the cost of postgraduate research.

by Rachel L King

What's it like to manage a PhD alongside other personal and professional commitments? In this post, Rachel King shares her experiences as a second year Health Sciences student.

by Jamie Depledge

Dr Francisco Diego Quintana is a Senior Teaching Fellow at University College London. Here he shares some advice for new students.

by Jamie Depledge

Sir David Spiegelhalter is the Professor for the Public Understanding of Risk at the University of Cambridge. Here he shares some advice for new students.

by Chantelle Francis

Postgraduate study abroad is becoming increasingly popular with students across the globe. But one region which is certainly building its presence on the radar is the Asia-Pacific. Could this be the study destination for you?

by Mark Bennett

It isn't always the big challenges that cause problems for PhD students. Here are some of the less obvious (but no less significant) risks to research success.

by Jamie Depledge

Dr Alex Conner is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham Medical school. Here he shares some advice for new students.

by Chantelle Francis

What makes for a great PhD supervisor? And how can you tell? This blog picks out six of the most important qualities to look for.

by Mark Bennett

Should postgraduate students pay attention to the results of the UK's 2018 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)? We've taken a closer look.