PhDs

There are many different reasons why you may want to study for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). In this section we explore the various considerations involved in studying a PhD - and look at how you can make sure you are properly prepared.

Click on the links below to find out more:

• Studying for a PhD: The basics 

• Why to PhD!

• What it takes to become a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Are you ready for a PhD? The final test

• Applying for a PhD

• Where should you study your PhD?

• Dos and don'ts of a PhD interview

• How to prepare for your PhD

• How to get the most from your PhD supervisor

• Distance learning PhD

• PhD examiners: Who are they and what do they do?

• PhD Thesis

• PhD: Exams, Theses and Vivas

• PhD research methods
  

• The dos and don'ts of academic writing

• Doing a PhD: Why it's important to publish

• Common PhD myths 

• The alphabet of PhD study

• PhD by publication

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