A Complete Guide to the PhD Degree: From Application to Viva
Discover how to develop a strong research project, choose the right supervisors and university, and write a compelling research proposal. This comprehensive course guides postgraduate and prospective PhD students through the entire process, from literature review to thesis writing and viva preparation. Perfect for those in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences, this course offers valuable insights and personal experiences to help you succeed in your academic journey.
What you’ll learn
- Discover how to develop a strong research project
- Identify the right supervisors and university
- Understand how to write a research proposal
- Learn how to undertake a comprehensive literature review
- Understand the processes and outcomes of the upgrade exam
- Discover how to develop a research methodology
- Learn how to write a PhD thesis from abstract to conclusion
- Understand how to prepare for the viva and what questions to expect
Stand out from the crowd by being part of the tiny 2% of the world’s population who hold a doctorate degree!
This course offers a complete guide to preparing for, undertaking and passing your PhD. It is designed specifically for students working in the Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences, whether they have already started the PhD or are considering embarking on this exciting academic journey.
In this course, we will go through all stages of the PhD from the university application to the viva exam, focusing in particular on:
Developing a research project
Choosing the right supervisor(s) and university
Writing a research proposal
Undertaking a literature review
Planning a research project
Undertaking the ‘upgrade’ exam
Designing a research methodology
Conducting independent research
Writing and editing a PhD thesis
Nailing the ‘viva voce’ exam
The course contains 10 sections, each of which contain a mixture of lectures, quizzes and handouts designed to guide you through the PhD degree. It has been informed not only through research but also through personal experience: alongside conventional advice, I’ll be sharing with you the many things I wish I’d known before/during my own PhD. Whether you’re simply interested in finding out more about what a PhD involves or you’re a current or prospective PhD student looking for guidance through the various (and sometimes confusing) stages of the doctoral degree, this is the right course for you!
Who this course is for:
- Postgraduate students
- Prospective PhD students
- Current PhD students
- Academics
