Studying as a postgraduate student

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Women in STEM: my journey to a PhD in engineering

Indian student Anneshwa Dey was looking for a specific master’s and PhD course in telecommunications and found that the Australian National University was the perfect fit

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How a PhD can help with a career beyond academia

Ruth Nikijuluw, an international student from Indonesia, is a recent PhD graduate who has entered the working world after completing her degree in Australia. Here she shares her insight into how her PhD helped prepare her for life beyond academia

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International perspective: an Indonesian PhD student in Australia

International PhD student Krisna Gupta has written a blog about choosing a university in Australia and how he applied for funding for his PhD

February 14 2023

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International perspective: a PhD student in Switzerland

Dilara Yilmaz has studied in Turkey, Germany and now Switzerland. She shares what it was like to study in these different environments and why she chose Switzerland for her PhD

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What is the difference between a postgraduate taught master’s and a postgraduate research master’s?

PGCE, MRes, MA, MSc or PhD? If you’re considering postgraduate study, use this guide to learn the difference between the kinds of postgraduate degrees on offer

January 26 2022

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Questions to ask yourself before pursuing postgraduate study

If you’re thinking about heading into postgraduate study, be sure to ask yourself these three important questions before sending off your application 

November 25 2019

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How to decide if a postgraduate degree is right for you

Blogger Noorin Malik discusses the thought process behind deciding whether a postgraduate degree is a good option for you 

Five benefits of a part time postgraduate degree

Five benefits of a part-time postgraduate degree

It is possible to balance a job and your education with a part-time postgraduate course. Blogger Molly Whyte explains why this could be a good decision 

October 23 2017

Balancing a part-time postgraduate course

Four tips to manage your part-time postgraduate course

Studying for a part-time postgraduate degree requires balancing multiple deadlines and assignments. Here are four tips to help you get through the academic year

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Women in STEM: juggling a PhD, a business and motherhood

Amina Yonis balances her work in cancer research while running a proofreading and academic writing business, and looking after her two young children. In this video she shares how she manages her time and the challenges she has faced as a woman in STEM

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How to apply for a PhD in Australia

Knowing where to start when applying for a PhD can be tricky, especially when applying for one in a different country. This guide from Monash University explains all the key information you need when applying for a PhD in Australia

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How to apply for a PhD in the UK

Applying for a PhD is not quite as daunting as you might think. A postgraduate student recruitment officer from the University of Sussex shares his tips for putting together a PhD application

January 18 2022

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What is a PhD? Advice for PhD students

How long does it take to get a doctorate degree? How do you get into grad school? Are you qualified to do a PhD? Answers to these questions and more

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How to apply for a PhD in the US

Lecturer Giulia Evolvi shares everything you need to know about applying for a PhD in the US from start to finish

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What is it like to do a PhD as an international student in the UK

Algerian student Riadh Ghemmour shares his experiences of studying for a PhD abroad at a UK university

December 8 2020

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International PhD students: the ups and downs of job hunting in the UK

International PhD student Adeayo Sotayo shares why it can be tricky for international PhD students to find jobs in the UK, as well as some tips on how he managed it 

Nine things to know before doing a PhD

Nine things to know before doing a PhD

Having ‘Dr’ in front of your name is not a reason for doing a PhD. Instead consider these nine tips before embarking on a PhD 

September 3 2019

The pros and cons of a three year PhD.

Is it possible to do a three-year PhD as an international student?

Some universities are now introducing three-year PhD programmes, but for international students this can present a unique set of challenges

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What is the difference between an MBA and a specialised master’s in business?

What is an MBA? Should I do a master’s in business? Melbourne Business School admissions director Anastasia Georgiou answers these questions and more

October 25 2021

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How to write a master’s application

Helpful tips and advice for students applying for a master’s degree 

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How do I decide between doing a master’s or joining the workforce?

Upon graduation most students face the difficult decision of whether to head straight into the workforce or continue studying. Blogger Mehul Parekh explains why he decided on the path that he did

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Considering doing a master’s? Why not do it abroad

The future of UK-EU higher education relations remains uncertain, but for the next couple of years, it’s worth exploring the options of studying abroad

December 4 2018

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Coronavirus: will I be able to complete my master’s and study in the UK?

Brazilian student Lucas Lavoyer is facing huge uncertainty over whether he can complete his master’s and move to the UK to do his PhD due to the coronavirus outbreak

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How to use your master’s for social good

Do you dream of using your university learning to help change lives? Business master’s student Cristine Sousa explains one way it can be done

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How to write your postgraduate personal statement

Are you applying for a postgraduate degree and want to know how to write a strong master's  statement? We have all the answers, tips and tricks for you! 

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September 21 2022

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