Whether you’re thinking of doing a PhD, or have already started your studies, you’ll find this book is packed with useful tips from the author. She’s been through it all already – twice! As well as covering the PhD itself, from early planning right through to submission and the viva, there are sections on publishing in journals, the academic CV, and your wellbeing in an environment that can often be tough.
Topics include:
• Getting started
• Managing the middle stretch
• Writing up
• The examination process
• Project management
• Making the most of your time
• Publishing journal papers
• Building your CV while you study
• The postdoc jobhunt
• Social media for postgrads
• Wellbeing
PLEASE NOTE: This book is focused on PhDs in England, UK, where the author completed her studies. Her experience is in the arts and social sciences. While much of the advice will be universal, those studying other subjects, and/or studying in other countries, should bear in mind that not everything will apply to them.
Topics include:
• Getting started
• Managing the middle stretch
• Writing up
• The examination process
• Project management
• Making the most of your time
• Publishing journal papers
• Building your CV while you study
• The postdoc jobhunt
• Social media for postgrads
• Wellbeing
PLEASE NOTE: This book is focused on PhDs in England, UK, where the author completed her studies. Her experience is in the arts and social sciences. While much of the advice will be universal, those studying other subjects, and/or studying in other countries, should bear in mind that not everything will apply to them.
