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Choosing the right topic is an extremely important aspect of PhD thesis writing. This is because selecting the right topic means that you are able to obtain relevant results. But many students choose to select PhD topics that are not part of the mainstream. Such unique topics can also lead to an interesting research study.…

A PhD proposal, along with choosing the right topic is the first step towards completing your thesis. These proposals encompass an outline of the research that you will be conducting in the future. Further, a PhD proposal allows others to understand the true meaning of your research and whether it is justified. A compelling proposal…

While coursework requirements differ between universities, most of them view it as a compulsory element of developing your PhD thesis. More importantly, you are expected to pass compulsory comprehensive exams after completing the first year to demonstrate the knowledge of the subjects taught during the course. The following recommendations will allow you to maximise the…

Attracting funds for your PhD degree can sometimes prove more difficult than actually writing the PhD thesis, at least for some students. Essentially, the funding for a PhD, which can include fees and living expenses, can be generated from a variety of sources, What options are there? Sources of funding include Research Councils, various charities…

An essay is a reflective assignment allowing students to demonstrate their own standpoint regarding some broad theoretical debate. Traditional essays and application essays are presently required by many PhD courses ranging from creative writing to doctoral theses in medicine. However, many students are not fully aware of the differences between the Bachelor or Master’s standard…

Writing a PhD dissertation proposal is the first step in your academic journey of becoming a PhD-educated professional. However, writing a doctorate proposal is also one of the most challenging parts of any PhD programme. This is because a poorly executed proposal can negate prior years of hard work. We have put together some handy…

In today’s world, dealing with stress and anxiety is part of life. Students who are in University are particularly susceptible to anxiety for several reasons. Firstly, moving into University is vastly different from school. Secondly, many students tend to move cities or countries in order to enrol into the University of their choice. In both…

Enrolling for a PhD requires a big commitment from your side. This is because, in order to complete your research successfully, you will need to put in a lot of effort. Typically, PhD researchers study topics that have not been researched before, meaning that they need to be dedicated to their research and manage their…

It is difficult to make the decision to go back into education especially after a period of time working or in a career. If you’re over the age of 45 and you’ve made the brave choice to give education another chance there are a few things you should know about tertiary education in 2019.  Re-entering…