All things PhD life including PhD application advice, what doing a PhD is actually like, money diaries, gifts for PhD students, and PhD motivation and tips.
Perhaps one of the most daunting aspects of applying for a PhD is reaching out to potential supervisors. I personally reached out to quite a few before I managed to find one (and one of my supervisors changed anyway!) and, not going to lie, some of the responses I received initially were not promising! That’s …
Ways to Easily Find a PhD Supervisor (UK Step-by-Step Guide!) Read More »
I get it—there’s a decent chance you’re living with people you don’t know very well at uni or after first moving to a new city. Maybe someone in your flat has proposed a Secret Santa gift exchange and you have NO IDEA what to get them. Here are some unique Secret Santa ideas / ideas …
20 Amazing + Unexpected Secret Santa Ideas: What to Buy Flatmates! Read More »
Interested in doing a PhD, but not exactly sure where to start looking for one? This article is for you. It contains the top 7 best ways to find a PhD (UK PhDs especially), including finding a funded PhD. This article is all about the best ways to find a PhD in the UK, including …
The Top 7 Best Ways to Find a PhD: UK Guide (#4 May Surprise You!) Read More »
Before I started my PhD, I thought, ‘what do I need to buy before uni?’ I basically had NO IDEA what I would need. I mean, I’d only even found out about my funding a few weeks before, didn’t have my final supervision team set, and had no idea what to expect. If you’re in …
What Do I Need to Buy Before Uni? Snag These Grad School Necessities Now! Read More »
So, your paper has been accepted to a conference or you’ve got another academic speaking engagement coming up. First of all, congrats! It’s a big accomplishment, and you should feel super proud of yourself! When undertaking something as imposter syndrome-inducing as a PhD, you should DEFINITELY take time to appreciate your wins. Okay, now that …
Your First Conference Prez: Academic Presentation Tips You Need to Know Now Read More »
Are you thinking about buying a premium subscription to DataCamp, but not sure if it’s worth the money? In this article, I’ll give my best answer to the question, ‘is DataCamp worth it?’ from the perspective of a PhD student currently studying data science. ✅ TLDR: I do think DataCamp is worth the money, particularly …
Is DataCamp Worth It? A Data Science PhD Student’s Perspective Read More »
So, I’m now a year and a half into my PhD and, let me tell you, academia is a STRANGE beast. I encountered some of this during my master’s degree as well, but it certainly feels amplified when doing a PhD. Here’s what I wish I knew starting my PhD (almost two years ago now!). …
Strange Things No One Tells You About Grad School + University Read More »
Thinking of buying the Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones, but not totally sure yet? I’ve got you covered. I totally understand they are an investment (especially for students!) which is why I’ve compiled this list of the Sony WH-1000XM3 pros and cons to help you decide. Affiliate disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll …
The Best Headphones for Studying: Sony WH-1000XM3 Pros and Cons Read More »
I remember as an undergrad (and even as a master’s!) student thinking that it took me FOREVER to read academic articles and that I’d never learn how to read journal articles effectively. Also, once I read them, oftentimes I felt like I didn’t understand or retain anything and like I was just wasting my time. …
How To Read Journal Articles Effectively (Read FASTER + Comprehend Better) Read More »
People on the internet are always going on about how important self care is, but how do you actually practice self care? This article contains ideas for self care and tips for including more self care in your life. So, if you’re a student or young professional who needs more self care in your life, …
Ideas for Self Care for Students + Tips for Self Care You NEED to Try Now Read More »
