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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.

by Gaia Cantelli

Staying Focussed During a PhD - Some Simple Tips

Advice

More than any other degree, a PhD requires the ability to work independently and keep yourself on track. How can you do that? This blog offers some tips.

by Mark Bennett

Saving Money as a Postgraduate

Funding Advice

How can you make your postgraduate funding go further? We've picked five simple ways to save money during a Masters or PhD.

by NASMA

WASTE NOT WANT NOT - National Student Money Week 2017 6th-10th February

Funding Advice

National Student Money Week is for postgraduates too. We've asked Ani Bailey from the National Association of Student Money Advisers to introduce this year's campaign.

by Mark Bennett

Transferable Skills with a PhD

Careers Advice

Think a PhD is too specialised? Think again. We've taken a look at five key transferable skills you'll gain during a doctorate.

by Mark Bennett

The 'Value' of a PhD - Doctoral Study and Employment

Careers Advice

A PhD is three (or more) years of hard work. But will a doctorate help you get a better job? We've taken a look at employability and earning statistics for postgraduate researchers.

by Chantelle Francis

5 Great Things about Being a Postgraduate

Advice

There's more to a Masters than work and study. We're beating the January blues by celebrating all things great about being a postgraduate.

by Mark Bennett

5 Simple Ways to Get More from a PhD, Right Now

Advice

There's more to a PhD than academic specialisation. Our blog explains how to capitalise on development opportunities and boost your postgraduate CV.

by Mark Bennett

Best of 2016 - Our Most Popular Blogs This Year

Advice

2016 has been an interesting year for postgraduate study. It's also been the first year of the FindAPhD blog. We've taken a look at some of the most popular posts from this year.

by Mark Bennett

PhD Study in 2017 - A New Year Action Plan

Applications Advice

Is PhD study part of your plans for 2017? Our step-by-step action plan will show you how to prepare for a successful application.

by Mark Bennett

What Brexit Means for Masters Degrees, PhDs and Other Students

International Study Funding

What will Brexit mean for someone studying a Masters or PhD next year - or after? Our regularly updated FAQ answers the key questions and offers some reassurance for prospective postgrad students.