Looking for guidance on pursuing a PhD in the social sciences? This article outlines two main routes to obtaining a PhD: applying to a pre-existing program or creating and proposing an original research project, and offers advice on how to find supervisors, create proposals, and apply for funding.
Not all doctoral degrees are earned in your 30s and 40s. While many pursue doctoral degrees during those years to attain professional gains and financial security, this article shows how enrolling in a PhD program in your 50s can bring a fresh lens due to entering a new season of life and finally having a window of opportunity to step outside your comfort zone.
Learn how to get university funding for online courses. Real examples + a letter template to request support for your training.
Dr. Chris Thompson discusses the pros and cons of completing a PhD abroad based on his experiences in Germany and Australia. While working with professional footballers and embracing new cultures were highlights, he also discusses the challenges of culture shock, loneliness, and personal struggles with mental health.
