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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.


My First 2 Months on the Other Side: Postdoc Life

Holly shares five lessons from the first two months of her new postdoc.

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My Post-PhD Bucket List

What's the first thing you would do once you hit submit? Holly's nearing the end of her PhD and this is what's on her bucket list!

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Australia Visa Fees Increase – Here’s What’s Changed

Australia student and post-study work visa fees are increasing again. This blog has everything you need to know about these latest changes.

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Pulling It All Together: How To Write a Thesis Discussion

How do you pull three years of research into a final chapter? Holly shares her top tips for nailing your thesis discussion.

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The Importance of Your Supervisory Relationship

Want to make your PhD experience seamless and successful? Nurture your relationship with your supervisor! Holly shares her top tips.

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UK ‘Visa Brake’: What This Means For You

The UK Government has announced that from Thursday, 26 March applicants from four countries will not be granted study visas. Here's everything you need to know about these changes.

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From Author To Reviewer

You've probably been on the receiving end of reviewer comments already! But, what's it like from the other side? Holly talks about how peer reviews work and shares some tips on how you can be a good reviewer.

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Next Steps in Academia: Fellowships vs Postdocs

If academia is your calling after a PhD, fellowships and postdocs might be the way to go. But, what are they and which one should you choose?

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Lining Up Your Next Steps Post PhD

Coming up to the end of your PhD? While thinking about the real world can be daunting, Holly talks about how some PhD hindsight can help you plan your next steps.

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