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The PhD Experience

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The PhD Experience by Evelyn Barron offers a clear and concise exploration of the realities faced by prospective and current PhD students. Drawing on insights from the author and fellow students, it covers the journey from deciding to undertake a PhD through the various stages and ultimately to considering future paths. The book combines honest day-to-day experiences with practical strategies and useful tips to support and motivate those on this demanding academic path.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for prospective and current PhD students seeking guidance, motivation, and a realistic perspective on their academic journey.

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Written by a PhD student with insights from fellow students, this book covers every aspect of the realities of the PhD experience for prospective and current PhD students. It gives an honest inside view on the day to day experience, whilst providing practical strategies, useful tips and solid advice to support and motivate fellow students.

'I would definitely recommend this book to students considering pursuing a PhD, or PhD students who are questioning their decisions. It provides valuable and sound advice, as well as reassurance, to people in these situations." Rob Storrar, Physical Geography PhD graduate, UK

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Written by a PhD student with insights from fellow students, this clear and concise book covers every aspect of the realities of the PhD experience for prospective and current PhD students.

It gives an honest inside view on the day to day experience, whilst providing practical strategies, useful tips and solid advice to support and motivate fellow students.

The PhD Experience covers topics from the initial decision to undertake a PhD, through the different stages and finally to the decisions about what comes next.

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Rob Storrar, Physical Geography PhD graduate, UK, recommends this book to anyone considering or currently pursuing a PhD. He highlights its valuable advice and reassurance for students who may be questioning their decisions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781137383846

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 November 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Globe Press

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 145g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Evelyn Barron is a PhD student at Newcastle University, UK.

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