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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.
Thinking about self-funding your PhD? In this blog, Christopher shares his experience of doing just that, along with the pros and cons of this approach.
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The UK Government has confirmed that its new £25,000 doctoral student loans will be available to EU citizens in 2018-19. There are also a few more new details about how the loans will work.
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Considering a PhD, but wondering what you'll actually get out of it? We've sat down with some of the UK's top academics to hear their experiences and thoughts on postgraduate study. Dr Anne Corcoran is currently Group Leader in Immunology at The Babraham Institute. Here she shares some advice for new students.
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Dr Boo Virk is currently studying for a PostDoc in Epigenetics at The Babraham Institute. Here she shares some advice for new students.
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Can you move university after your project starts? And why should you? Emma reflects on her experiences and looks at a few of the reasons for transferring during a PhD.
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Want to boost your applications for jobs and postgraduate study? Follow these simple steps to ensure your online presence showcases the very best of what you have to offer.
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Updates to the UK's immigration policy have made it easier for Masters and PhD students to gain a Tier 4 visa. and for some students to remain in the UK after their studies. We've explained what's changed.
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A proper academic CV can really help you secure a PhD place. Here's how to make yours as strong as possible.
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At the end of a year that saw the release of more details on the UK’s new PhD loan scheme (due to be launched in 2018/19), the triggering of Article 50 and another general election, we’re looking back at FindAPhD’s five most popular blogs of 2017.
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Moving abroad for postgraduate study can seem like a no-brainer. But it’s not always so easy to decide where exactly to study abroad.
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