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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.
They're the world's most popular destinations for graduate (or postgraduate) study, but how do the USA and the UK compare as PhD options?
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Joanna tells how she moved across the country and gave up her job to begin a PhD as a mature student.
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The transition to postgraduate Science can be full of contradictions, and sometimes mastering the transition means learning to do things wrong.
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What happens at the start of a PhD? And how should you prepare? Holly shares five helpful and reassuring tips for new postgraduate researchers.
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A student story of how a UK Research Council Funded Studentship really works
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Research engagement is becoming increasingly important for PhD students to consider. Here's our guide on how to achieve impact, outreach and commercialisation in your PhD
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What's the best way to move on from a postgraduate degree rejection? Here are some steps for getting over it
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What can you actually get from a Postgrad fair? One student explains why these free events are well worth the time.
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With the announcement of 2018's Nobel Prizes, we look at the winners and their postgraduate degrees
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What ten pieces of advice would someone give a PhD student just starting out on their degree? We liked these tips from Dr Matt Lawson so much we wanted to share them on our blog.
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