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How to Choose Where to Do a PhD

Are you looking to pursue a PhD? It’s a big adventure, and you have lots of options as you navigate the path to the degree. Last fall, I offered some advice about choosing a PhD research topic (and supervisor). For many folks, that’s the most daunting of the choices to…>

Skills CV Template

How to Write a Skills CV (2026 Guide) A skills CV focuses on the transferable skills you have developed through your previous experiences and can be a great way to show an employer what you can bring to a role. This format works particularly well if you are new to…>

The PhD Ethics Process

Ethics Process This article explains the importance, steps, and principles of the ethics process in research. It explores what ethical approval is and why it matters. It also highlights offers practical advice on how to pass the ethics review successfully. Understanding the PhD Ethics Process Ethical review is one of…>

PhD vs DBA

PhD vs DBA: Choosing the Right Doctorate for Your Career Path Have you ever found yourself questioning what the difference is between a PhD vs DBA, and what is the right one for your career path? In this article, Dr Nick Naumov goes into greater detail on answering your questions,…>

Extracurricular activities to boost your CV during your PhD

Your CV is more than a list of academic achievements; it’s a reflection of your broader skillset, interests, and initiative. During a PhD, it’s easy to become consumed by research, data collection, and writing, often leaving little time for anything else. However, engaging in extracurricular activities can not only strengthen…>

How to enjoy Christmas guilt-free as a PhD Student

Come November, memes start popping up in PhD circles online, all sharing the same joke: being wished Happy Holidays by the very supervisor who will expect a full draft the moment the break ends. Oh, the irony. Now that my PhD is behind me, I laugh at those jokes, but…>

How to choose a PhD research topic

Are you looking to pursue a PhD? That’s wonderful: the world needs smart people like you, equipped by their training to expand and communicate human knowledge. Welcome aboard! But perhaps you’re not quite sure how to decide what to study and with whom. These are big decisions, but some advice…>

How to stay calm for your PhD defence

Congratulations! You have made it! After an endless number of hours spent at the library, never-ending data collection and data analysis, and an exhausting writing-up period, you have submitted your thesis. However, there is just one final push – your PhD defence. Some call it a ‘viva’, but you, better…>

PhD interview questions

If you are here because you were offered a PhD interview, congratulations!. This interview is your opportunity to show you are the perfect fit for the programme. This article can help you prepare to answer common PhD interview questions. What to expect in your PhD interview PhD application requirements vary…>

Moving to the UK checklist

The United Kingdom, steeped in history and culture, as well as being home to high-quality universities and research opportunities, is an appealing option as a prospective PhD candidate or established academic coming from abroad. However, before you make the move to the UK for either study or work purposes, there…>