Studentship Resources

Balancing your PhD and your personal life

Are you currently studying for your PhD? Are you looking for ways to avoid burnout and keep on top of deadlines? In the below article, we shall look at tips on balancing your PhD and personal life. 1. Become more productive Many people would agree that we waste lots of…>

How to write a PhD research proposal

When is a PhD research proposal needed? Getting your application underway to secure a place on a PhD or research master’s programme may seem daunting, but we have put together this dedicated guide on the key information to consider and content to develop. When exploring your options to undertake a…>

How to Write a Cover Letter for PhD Applications

What is a PhD cover letter? Many institutions opt to incorporate a cover letter as part of their application process, which is likely to be accompanied by an academic CV. Whilst your CV will offer an overview of your range of qualifications, experience, and skills, your cover letter provides a…>

What jobs can you get with a PhD?

Having a PhD can open up many different career options if you know where to look and how to sell the skills that you have gained through your PhD. It is important to really think about the next step as it can sometimes be hard to see beyond the obvious routes such as an academic career.

Career Planning for PhDs

There is no doubt that studying for a PhD develops a range and depth of skills with the potential to make you a highly marketable employee. This post highlights a range of resources and support for career planning that will enable you to make the most of your skills and experiences when applying for job roles.

Abbie Jones, 3rd Year PhD Student

Conferences and travelling: the glamorous and not so glamorous truth In her 2nd Vlog, Abbie talks about the amazing opportunities that international conferences can offer, but also discusses the downside of jetlag, time away from research and the impact overall of long haul travel. “It’s all about the balance,” she…>

Turning Your PhD into a Book

You worked on it for years. It’s a great piece of original scholarship. So… don’t let your PhD sit on a shelf gathering dust. Turn Your PhD into a Book.

The immigration toolkit for international PhD students

Immigration adviser Jo Holliday explores the options for PhD students from outside the European Union who want to stay in the UK to look for work, start work or set up in business. These include some of the better known routes under the UK Points Based System (PBS) as well…>

A Practical Guide to Planning an Academic or Research Career

If you are enjoying doing independent research during your undergraduate career, you might consider staying on at university to do a master’s and then a PhD.

PhD Funding – A Checklist of Possible Sources

There are probably more funding opportunities for your PhD than you think. It is worth making sure you have investigated them all. Funding bodies support PhD students in different ways. Some pay course fees only, some include a stipend (maintenance costs) or travel expenses, and others offer a one-off award…>