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.

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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.

The H in PhD Stands for Hope: Remaining Hopeful in a PhD Journey

15 Years in Academia: 10 Things I’d Do Differently If Starting My PhD Again

Neurodivergence, Mental Health and the PhD: A Compilation of Advice and Support

Coping with Bereavement During a PhD: Grow Around the Grief

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

Navigating Reflexivity: A Guided Example to Move Beyond Reflection

Panic! at the PhD: Where to Begin and How to Make It Your Own

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

Supporting Your Wellbeing as an Autistic Postgraduate Researcher

Realising I Have ADHD During My PhD: A Hidden Battle

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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.

Experiences

Pursuing a PhD as an older student – is it too late?

Adrienne Darrah discusses the advantages and difficulties of pursuing a PhD later in life, and presents reasons why you should contemplate undertaking a PhD as an older student in this talk.

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.

Alternative Careers

PhD in Later Life: It’s Never Too Late To Be a Student

This article explores the experience of doing a part-time distance PhD in later life. The author’s age was an advantage, allowing them to focus on their thesis without distractions or major hiccups. The article reflects on how to make for a smooth doctorate – emphasising the importance of strong interest in your topic, supervisors who are easy to work with, and a bit of luck!

COVID-19

The Art Of Working From Home: Studying During The Pandemic And Beyond

COVID-19 changed the world of academia, making it even more isolating than before. Clarke shares tips and tricks for students and researchers to improve their work-life balance while working from home, including setting boundaries, sticking to routines, separating work from home, taking breaks, and keeping in touch with others.

Applications and Funding

3 Tips for Applying to PhD Programs

Applying to PhD programs can be confusing, and there is little advice about how to go about applying for them. This article offers three top tips for navigating the PhD application process and making yourself a strong applicant.

ADHD

How to do a PhD when you have ADHD Part 1: Academics

Guidance for doing a PhD with ADHD and make the most of your abilities with these helpful strategies. From capitalizing on hyperfocus and taking productive breaks, to creating multiple points of contact for deadlines and commitments, this guide is packed with tips to help you work with your ADHD rather than against it.

First Year Student

To-Do: Write A Thesis – Reflecting On My PhD Experience So Far & Advice For New PhD Students

In this reflective article, Gemma Rides shares her PhD experience so far and provides advice for new PhD students. She discusses the importance of talking to supervisors and other students, getting into a routine, celebrating small achievements, and remembering that a PhD is more than just writing a thesis.

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The H in PhD Stands for Hope: Remaining Hopeful in a PhD Journey

15 Years in Academia: 10 Things I’d Do Differently If Starting My PhD Again

Neurodivergence, Mental Health and the PhD: A Compilation of Advice and Support

Coping with Bereavement During a PhD: Grow Around the Grief

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

Navigating Reflexivity: A Guided Example to Move Beyond Reflection

Panic! at the PhD: Where to Begin and How to Make It Your Own

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

Supporting Your Wellbeing as an Autistic Postgraduate Researcher

Realising I Have ADHD During My PhD: A Hidden Battle

Mojalefa Daniel Maluka

Tips for navigating disability disclosure in the PhD application process

Pursuing a PhD as an older student – is it too late?

What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My PhD

PhD in Later Life: It’s Never Too Late To Be a Student

The Art Of Working From Home: Studying During The Pandemic And Beyond

3 Tips for Applying to PhD Programs

How to do a PhD when you have ADHD Part 1: Academics

To-Do: Write A Thesis – Reflecting On My PhD Experience So Far & Advice For New PhD Students

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