Has your relationship with your PhD lost its spark?Make sure you and your PhD aren’t drifting into a toxic relationship. Here’s how to recapture the magic Lucia JuarezIndependent academic
Advice for protecting writing time and motivationSocial media, reading and the fragmented schedules of academia can all eat into precious writing time. Based on her experience supervising PhD students, Zhen Sun offers advice for supporting doctoral candidates to set and stick to a planZhen SunMacau University of Science and Technology
Can peer mentoring support under-represented students into postgraduate research?Mentoring is often seen as a silver bullet for tackling complex challenges such as unequal access to postgraduate research opportunities. So, can a peer-to-peer scheme support under-represented students into PhD study? Maisha Islam University of Southampton
Teaching responsible use of GenAI in graduate studies When graduate students learn to use AI transparently, to seek approvals, respect Indigenous consent and critically assess outputs, they develop skills essential for both academic success and professional practiceKaterina StandishUniversity of Northern British Columbia
How to support humanities PhD students with ethics applicationsAs creative and digital research grow within the humanities, PhD supervisors can help their students approach the ethics approval process thoughtfully and productively. Josie Barnard explains how Josie BarnardDe Montfort University
Campus talks: the future of doctoral research funding for arts and humanities An award-winning historian shares insights on changes to the PhD funding landscape in the UK and how early career scholars can maximise their chances of securing supportAlice TaylorKing’s College London
How to train PhD JediTraining PhD students is less about supervision and more about empowerment. By fostering independence, creativity and diversity, supervisors can nurture the next generation of scientific leaders Lars ChittkaQueen Mary University of London
Can you see me? Can you hear me?With in-person, online and hybrid supervision of master’s dissertations now common, which works best? Here, Alun Epps offers reflections and advice for new supervisorsAlun EppsUniversity of Reading
An octopus with three hearts: how to approach PhD supervisionInstead of thinking of PhD supervision as a fixed method, be aware that it flows and changes. These four principles can help nurture a flexible and adaptive journey to a PhDSetenay Dilek FidlerUniversity of Westminster
Why PhDs are more carousel than rollercoasterHow to make the most of the opportunities that teaching, research and seminars bring to your PhD journeyNicholas MaldarelliThe University of Edinburgh
Industry engagement matters for doctoral candidates, tooDoctoral candidates have not generally prioritised engagement with industry, but its opportunities to enhance research impact and career prospects now make it essential. Here, Adnan Syed Muhammad offers tips for PhD studentsAdnan Syed MuhammadWestern Sydney University
Making global academic connections from your deskEarly-career academics don’t need senior titles or travel budgets to make a global impact. Here’s how to use what you have to build international partnerships from the ground up – starting with your inboxLilit GhazaryanNational Polytechnic University of Armenia
Advice for surviving your PhD dissertationTips for each step of researching, writing and refining a PhD dissertationEliza Compton, Campus contributorsCampus
Strategic silencing: how censorship is reshaping scholarly discourseRestrictions to US databases and scholarly work mean that researchers need new approaches to navigate research absences and silences rather than the more typical information overload, writes Alison HicksAlison HicksUCL
‘Using GenAI is easier than asking my supervisor for support’Doctoral researchers are turning to generative AI to assist in their research. How are they using it, and how can supervisors and candidates have frank discussions about using it responsibly?Ross English, Rebecca Nash, Heather MackenzieUniversity of Southampton
Preparing for a research-active career during your PhDHow can you balance the demands of your PhD thesis with publishing other work to support your academic career goals? This article offers practical strategies for managing bothAnjan PalUniversity of York
Is your academic career cleared for take off?Academic career advice to help you reach new heights in higher education, from crafting the perfect CV to navigating teaching and research pathwaysCampus contributorsCampus
Nurturing supervisor-supervisee relationships How to foster productive supervisor-supervisee relationships and address challenges when they ariseAspasia Eleni Paltoglou , Stephanie DunnManchester Metropolitan University
The university support services that help demonstrate research impactLibrary and knowledge transfer services are just two of the institutional resources available to help academics show the impact of their research. Find out which tools to use and when Tugce AtaciUniversité Paris-Est Créteil
Working in partnership with PhD students to enhance postgraduate research cultureWith guidance on the REF 2029 assessment of People, Culture and Environment just published, how might UK universities’ approach to partnership with postgraduate research students demonstrate their engagement with the factors said to enable positive research culture? Maisha Islam , Fabien Littel, Nandini DasUniversity of Southampton
Beyond the classroom: from PhD preparation to leadershipA foundational pathway that nurtures future leaders in healthcare and scientific innovation produces students who are not only ready for their PhD journey but emerge as skilled professionals and researchers, write Zoltán Benyó and Attila SzijártóZoltán Benyó, Attila SzijártóSemmelweis University
Eight steps to launch a student-led peer-review journalTo help PhD students gain the skills required for publication and improve research literacy, consider an in-house academic journalAndrew Drybrough, Philip MontgomeryNazarbayev University
Four ways to enhance the postgraduate student experiencePostgraduate students are our future colleagues – let’s put ourselves in their shoes. Here are four ways to help your PhD students thrive in higher educationMiller Alonso Camargo-ValeroUniversity of Leeds
Intercultural communication between PhD supervisors and candidatesCulture goes beyond language and national origins, so doctoral supervisors need curiosity and an open mindset in their interactions to maximise performance and timely completionThuy DinhWestern Sydney University
Campus talks: what makes an award-winning academic, university or project?We speak to past THE Awards winners to find out about the work for which they and their institutions were recognised Roderick Watkins, Mark Brown, Joanne Pledger, Ruth SpencerAnglia Ruskin University, Royal Holloway, University of London, University of Central Lancashire
Implementing a ‘research buddy’ schemeA novel volunteer programme has been giving students hands-on sports research experience and maintaining high standards of health safety. Here’s how it worksSally CarterLoughborough University
Set your PhD students up with opportunities to debate and shareCreating alternative publishing opportunities and space for peer-led conversation are a vital part of the PhD research student journey. Teal Triggs launched two initiatives to do soTeal TriggsRoyal College of Art
‘I’ve been a research supervisor for 35 years and I’m still learning’ How can we supervise our PhD students to give them the best chance of success? Here are seven tips to keep in mind when taking on the roleKimberly HutchingsQueen Mary University of London
The aspiring academic’s career path from PhD to professorIf you have just finished your PhD or postdoc and realised that an academic career needs more than published papers and teaching, Jan Buermann has advice on how to kick-start progress up the ladderJan BuermannUniversity of Southampton
Understanding ethics approval in academic researchThe following strategies aim to streamline the ethics approval process, reduce delays and uphold the highest ethical standardsMarios Kremantzis, Fatema Zaghloul, Rushana KhusainovaThe University of Bristol
Why peer-to-peer conferences benefit doctoral students and their institutionsSolid research skills aside, PhD students need to master the art of collaboration and communicating their ideas. A student-led conference can offer that supportHeli WangSingapore Management University
How a strong network can enhance the PhD journeyConnections and collaborations can help PhD students (and their supervisors) cut through the isolation of research. Here’s how to leverage those links into employabilityMeghan Casey , Andrew Barton , Madhu Chetty , Rose Ferguson Federation University Australia , Australian Catholic University
Five ways to connect PhD students with industryDeveloping industry experience is often the last thing on the minds of the PhD community, but nurturing partnerships between academia and industry can enrich the journey, believes Maria-Christina VogkliMaria-Christina VogkliThe London School of Economics and Political Science
Practical tips for graduate students undertaking a doctoral dissertationProducing a doctoral dissertation can be an intimidating process, writes Bill Huckle. Here, he shares practical strategies for graduate students taking on the work to share their original contribution to knowledge with the wider communityWilliam R. HuckleVirginia Tech
Strategies for writing a PhD dissertation: write before you’re ‘ready’Reading isn’t writing, and knowing about your topic isn’t writing. So, what should graduate students do to get started and make steady progress? Monique Dufour suggests practising well before it’s time to write the thesis or dissertationMonique DufourVirginia Tech
Get a head start in the first year of your PhDEven a marathon begins with first steps, and so it makes sense to master motivation, set healthy habits and get writing early to reap the reward of a polished dissertation at the end of the PhD journey, writes Andreï KostrykaAndreï V. KostyrkaUniversity of Luxembourg
Buddy system: creating community through writingIs a writing group or partner an effective antidote to post-pandemic isolation during doctoral education? Lena Steveker and Laura Spadon explain how to put a forum for belonging in placeLena Steveker, Laura SpadonUniversity of Luxembourg
How to structure your PhD thesisOrganising your PhD thesis in a logical order is one of the crucial stages of your writing process. Here is a list of the individual components to includeShama Prasada KabekkoduManipal Academy of Higher Education
Get your PhD thesis beach readyPrepping for the beach requires planning, effort and time management – and so does writing a PhD thesis. John Sinclair offers advice for summer days and doctoral nightsJohn SinclairColorado State University Global
How to navigate the PhD thesisThe PhD thesis may be a mountain to climb, but you can take it one step at a time. Luis R Rojas-Solórzano offers his guidanceLuis R. Rojas-SolórzanoNazarbayev University
‘Augmenting’ the doctoral thesis in preparation for a vivaThe viva voce exam is the final hurdle for PhD students, but for most it is also a new and fear-inducing experience. Edward Mills offers one framework to help those preparing to discuss their completed thesis at lengthEdward Mills The University of Exeter
How to write a PhD thesis: a step-by-step guide A draft isn’t a perfect, finished product; it is your opportunity to start getting words down on paper, writes Kelly Louise PreeceKelly Louise PreeceThe University of Exeter
How to develop a researcher mindset as a PhD studentEntering the postgraduate sphere is a whole new ball game. Shaif Uddin Ahammed shows how to hone a PhD mindsetShaif Uddin AhammedUniversity of the West of Scotland
Improve data literacy among doctoral students In this resource, Vasudha Devi shows how to use a holistic approach to instil data literacy among doctoral students Vasudha Devi Manipal Academy of Higher Education
How to tackle the PhD dissertationFinding time to write can be a challenge for graduate students who often juggle multiple roles and responsibilities. Mabel Ho provides some tips to make the process less dauntingMabel HoDalhousie University
Publication-based doctorate: is it for me?Potential research higher degree candidates from academia or industry will need to decide between a doctorate by thesis or by publication. Here are key questions to ask before embarking on the doctoral journeyRiad ShamsNorthumbria University
What does a research supervisor do?Research supervisors must learn to be authentic mentors, as well as sharing their experience and knowledge. Robert Crammond reflects on his time in the roleRobert CrammondUniversity of the West of Scotland
How to foster PhD excellenceHow can PhD supervisors help early career researchers blossom? Support them with finding funding opportunities, understand each doctoral candidate’s motivations and reach out to your own network, suggests Julia HörnleJulia HörnleQueen Mary University of London
Research supervisor or tour guide?Reflecting on her own PhD journey as a supervisor and student, Ruth Northway offers her key signposts and mapping techniques to help candidates reach their destinationsRuth NorthwayUniversity of South Wales
Five ways to support PhD students’ well-beingDoctoral researchers are often absent from university discussions around well-being support, writes Jenny Mercer. Here, she argues that their situation requires bespoke attention and sets out ways this might be achievedJenny Mercer Cardiff Metropolitan University
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