Category: Your Academic Journey

Explore the world of doctoral research and academia with insights, tips, and guidance for prospective and current PhD students. Navigate the challenges and rewards of the doctoral journey.

Experiences

Full-Circle Journey of a Doctoral Student: Applications, Interviews, and Mentoring Others

This article takes the reader on a journey of a doctoral student, from applications, interviews, and building a relationship with supervisors, to coming full circle by mentoring other students starting out and facing challenges. The writer shares their advice and their own personal experience of each stage, including their fulfilling mentoring work promoting awareness of mental wellbeing among PhD students.

PREP: A Non-Traditional Route To PhD

Open To Change: How I Went From Writing About Medieval Witchcraft To The Virgin Mary

Solidarity In The Collective

Six Ways To Prepare For Your Upcoming PhD

Travelling, Working, And Returning To Academia

Lessons I Have Learnt From My PhD

“We Regret To Inform You That Your PhD Application Has Been Successful…” A Short Story On The Challenges Of Finding A PhD Scholarship

You Belong Here! The Battle With Your Inner Voice

Is The Grass Always Greener On The Other Side? The Pros And Cons Of Completing A PhD Abroad

What Do I Know Three Years On?

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Nayanna Mercado-Soto

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ADHD

Tips for navigating disability disclosure in the PhD application process

In this PhD Talk, Karly Ball draws on both personal experiences and important insights from her study into navigating disability disclosure in the PhD application process. She outlines three potential considerations for disclosing a disability during this process.

First-Gen Student

Oral Defense Of A Foodie Candidate

This article by Eleazar Reward shares how being a foodie has enriched his life as a doctoral candidate in molecular virology, broadening his cultural integration, creating special memories, and promoting healthy nutrition.

After accepting an offer

What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My PhD

From the importance of taking breaks, finding a supportive group, to valuing yourself and networking, these tips will help you get through the rough times and make the most of your PhD experience.

COVID-19

Tips For Keeping Your Wellbeing In Check Whilst Doing A PhD

In this article, Keira White reflects on her challenges of pursuing a PhD during the Covid-19 pandemic and shares her top tips on maintaining wellbeing during this difficult period.

After accepting an offer

Applying for a PhD Abroad: How to Thrive as an International Student

Are you applying for a PhD program in a new country and feeling overwhelmed? This article offers some top tips on how to successfully navigate the international waters to help yourself thrive abroad! Important considerations include researching the right country/university fit for you, giving plenty of time to getting a residence permit, and helping yourself feel part of a community in your new city.

Experiences

Exploring Beyond the Title: Top 10 Creative and Hilarious Alternatives for ‘PhD’

The PhD Place present the top 10 alternative meanings for ‘PhD’, inviting readers to embark on an adventure filled with laughter, surprises, and intriguing insights.

Career and Networking

Asking Your University to Pay for Online Training

Learn how to get university funding for online courses. Real examples + a letter template to request support for your training.

Experiences

Is Time Running Out? Time Anxiety in the PhD Student

Time anxiety is an underestimated and significant mental challenge for many PhD students. It refers to the worry, tension, or stress regarding the passage of time. This article offers some advice to help handle time anxiety.

Your Academic Journey

Applications and Funding

Career and Networking

Thesis and Dissertation

Category: Your Academic Journey

Full-Circle Journey of a Doctoral Student: Applications, Interviews, and Mentoring Others

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PREP: A Non-Traditional Route To PhD

Open To Change: How I Went From Writing About Medieval Witchcraft To The Virgin Mary

Solidarity In The Collective

Six Ways To Prepare For Your Upcoming PhD

Travelling, Working, And Returning To Academia

Lessons I Have Learnt From My PhD

“We Regret To Inform You That Your PhD Application Has Been Successful…” A Short Story On The Challenges Of Finding A PhD Scholarship

You Belong Here! The Battle With Your Inner Voice

Is The Grass Always Greener On The Other Side? The Pros And Cons Of Completing A PhD Abroad

What Do I Know Three Years On?

Nayanna Mercado-Soto

Tips for navigating disability disclosure in the PhD application process

Oral Defense Of A Foodie Candidate

What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My PhD

Tips For Keeping Your Wellbeing In Check Whilst Doing A PhD

Applying for a PhD Abroad: How to Thrive as an International Student

Exploring Beyond the Title: Top 10 Creative and Hilarious Alternatives for ‘PhD’

Asking Your University to Pay for Online Training

Is Time Running Out? Time Anxiety in the PhD Student

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