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PhD Student Guides

As a prospective PhD student, you’re likely to have a lot of questions about the doctoral journey. Whether you’re keen to make your own research proposal or you’re applying for an advertised PhD project, the process is very different to what you may have experienced during your Bachelors or Masters degree.

Similarly, the funding situation can seem more complicated for doctoral candidates, with competition often tough for the most prestigious studentship schemes.

Over the years, we’ve written hundreds of guides on the topics that matter most to prospective PhD researchers. They cover everything from writing a research proposal and finding a supervisor to completing your thesis and acing your viva exam.


PhD Study in Malaysia – A Guide for 2026

Malaysia is a vibrant multicultural hub in southeast Asia with a rapidly rising higher education sector.

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Living in Hong Kong – A Guide for PhD Students

What's it like to live in Hong Kong during a PhD? Our guide covers accommodation, student living costs, working and other key information.

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Living in China – A Guide for PhD Students

What's it like to live in China during a PhD? Our guide covers accommodation, student living costs, working and other key information.

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PhD Study in Singapore – A Guide for 2026

Singapore is an fantastic postgraduate destination for adventurous PhD students, making for a safe and innovative environment in which to study. Our guide explains fees, funding, visas and more.

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GRE (Graduate Record Examination) for PhD Study – A Guide

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a graduate admissions test that is sometimes part of the entry requirements for PhD programmes in North America and Australia.

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GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) for PhD Study – A Guide

The GMAT is a standardised test used to help select students for some Masters and PhDs at universities and business schools around the world

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PhD Study in Brazil – A Guide for 2026

Brazil is an unforgettable postgraduate destination for PhD students, blessed with incredible biodiversity and wonderful landscapes. Our guide explains fees, funding, visas and more.

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Living in South Korea – A Guide for PhD Students

What's it like to live in South Korea during a PhD? Our guide covers accommodation, student living costs, working and other key information.

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PhD Study in Israel – A Guide for 2026

A PhD in Israel represents an excellent opportunity to hone your research skills in a cosmopolitan country with rich traditions. Our guide explains fees, funding, visas and more.

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PhD Study in South Korea – A Guide for 2026

This guide covers everything international students need to know about studying a PhD in South Korea, including universities, applications, funding and more.

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