How to get a PhD : a handbook for students and their supervisors
By: Phillips, Estelle
Title By: Pugh, Derek S | Johson, Colin G [Contributor]
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BookPublisher: Maidenhead : Open University Press, c2015.Edition: 6th ed.Description: xvi, 280 p ; 23 cm.ISBN: 978-0335264124Program: HDR903Subject(s): Doctor of philosophy degree -- Great Britain | Universities and colleges -- Great Britain -- Graduate workDDC classification: 378.240941 PH HO Online resources: Location Map | Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
On Becoming a Research Student Getting into the System The Nature of the PhD Qualification How Not to Get a PhD How to do Research The Form of a PhD Thesis How To Manage Your Supervisors Writing Your PhD The PhD Process Some Challenges You may Encounter in the Academic Environment The Examination System How to Supervise and Examine Institutional Responsibilities Appendices.
It provides a practical, down-to-earth and realistic approach to studying for a PhD and offers support and reassurance for both students and supervisors.This brand new sixth edition has been thoroughly updated and revised throughout, and includes: New material on how PhD students can make use of online forums, social media, online survey tools and other technologies throughout the PhD process A new Chapter 10, 'Some challenges you may encounter throughout your PhD' includes practical advice for tackling prejudice and dealing with the pressures that can face early career researchers Expanded material on avoiding plagiarism and poor academic practice and increased coverage of issues faced by part-time PhD students The book retains its focus on delivering clear and practical advice, including tips for writing proposals and applying for funding, managing your time, writing an engaging PhD, and handling the viva. Long regarded as the PhD 'bible', this edition is brought right up-to-date for today’s student, retaining the straightforward and practical approach that has made it indispensable for students and supervisors across all academic disciplines.
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