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Of monsters and mentors: PhD disasters, and how to avoid them
Anecdotally, cases similar to mine are becoming increasingly common. In recent months, there have been multiple ongoing cases at my former university, including more withdrawals. However, the university just recruits more students to make up for the losses. It is well known that PhD students are widely seen by academics as a cheap workforce.
I wasted six years of my life getting a PhD degree. What should I do
That sounds like a lot of PhD students. But, it also sounds like students that stuck with something, b/c their parents were back-seat driving their futures. As others have said, your self-esteem issues stem from something. Something makes you feel inadequate all the time, and makes you compare yourself to others all the time.
This lab asked depressed Ph.D. students what's hardest—and ...
When a 2018 study revealed that Ph.D. students suffer from depression at rates far higher than the general population, it sparked a landslide of concern about graduate student mental health, with some calling it a mental health crisis.The study highlighted a need to understand what aspects of graduate school affect depression, says Katelyn Cooper, an assistant professor at Arizona State ...
Character traits of 'bad' PhD students
That said, certain character traits make some individuals less suited to pursue a PhD than others. The character traits that arguably make for 'bad' PhD students are unconcernedness, passiveness, arrogance, sloppiness, impatience, and laziness. Before diving into each one of them, a disclaimer: If you recognise one or more of these traits ...
'You have to suffer for your PhD': poor mental health among doctoral
A similar number (41%) told us that most of their PhD colleagues had mental health problems. Just over a third of PhD students had considered ending their studies altogether for mental health reasons.
Being a PhD student shouldn't be bad for your health
Being a PhD student shouldn't be bad for your health. The first international meeting on postgraduate mental health opens this week, but much more is needed to solve academia's crisis. One ...
PhDs: the tortuous truth
Illustration by The Project Twins. Getting a PhD is never easy, but it's fair to say that Marina Kovačević had it especially hard. A third-year chemistry student at the University of Novi Sad ...
The common pitfalls of failed dissertations and how to steer clear of
Lack of critical reflection. Probably the most common reason for failing a Ph.D. dissertation is a lack of critical analysis. A typical observation of the examination committee is, "The thesis is generally descriptive and a more analytical approach is required.". For doctoral work, students must engage critically with the subject matter ...
#46: What makes PhD students succeed?
Ultimately - what makes the success of a PhD student?". Here is a selection of the top answers: "Perseverance.". "Grit and commitment.". "Determination.". "Determination, grit, resilience". "Determination, commitment and perseverance most of all. But having support makes a huge difference too.".
What makes a good PhD student?
Be creative. Think about what you are doing and why, and look for better ways to go. Don't see your PhD as just a road map laid out by your supervisor. Develop good writing skills: they will make ...
Ten types of PhD supervisor relationships
However, these policies need to be accommodated into already overloaded workloads and should include regular review of supervisors. Academics. PhD. professional mentoring. PhD supervisors ...
What makes a bad PhD student? Do YOU do these?
In this video I will share with you what I have seen from bad PhD students write my 15 years in academia. Sign up for my FREE newsletterJoin 19,000+ email...
I am a *bad* PhD student that is about to graduate. How do I cope?
Fair and square. Listen. A PhD is about having a research idea, planning out a significant body of research, doing the research, and then writing up the results of your research. You have done that. It's not about being a genius, being perfect, not making mistakes, understanding everything, or always being right.
Real talk: Is a PhD really that bad? : r/PhD
Really depends on what you make of it. I feel that a PhD program self selects for the type of students that, frankly, are very very bad at setting work-life boundaries and dealing with conflict (esp. with a boss or advisor). That leads to the constantly mentioned "hating your life" shit that you were referring to.
Perhaps It's Not You It's Them: PhD Student-Supervisor ...
If there is one thing that may truly make or break your PhD journey, it is the relationship you have with your PhD Supervisor. Footnote 1 Research has shown the interpersonal (professional) relationship between PhD students and their supervisors heavily influence the success of a PhD project, and is linked with progress and student satisfaction [].
Twenty things I wish I'd known when I started my PhD
1. Maintain a healthy work-life balance by finding a routine that works for you. It's better to develop a good balance and work steadily throughout your programme than to work intensively and ...
I feel like a bad PhD : r/PhD
I feel like a bad PhD. Vent. Title, basically. I suck at being a PhD student. I used to be the research poster child. Always attending meetings with questions, always working myself to the bone to get as much done every week as was possible, always putting research first. Research research research. COVID has changed my priorities, I think, but ...
What matters in a Ph.D. adviser? Here's what the research says
When it comes to student satisfaction, the single most important element is adviser supportiveness, according to a study published this week in Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education. Getting a Ph.D. is "a very stressful, long process," says Gerard Dericks, a senior lecturer at Oxford Brookes University in the United Kingdom and the lead ...
What exactly makes a PhD so difficult / depressing? : r/GradSchool
That being said, it's not all bad though. Reply reply ... In Britain, a PhD student is a student and their primary income is a stipend and not tied to them doing anything except their studentship. There is no legal way to compel a student to do anything and, in reality, revoking their studentship is impractical short of total and complete ...
What Makes A Productive PhD Student? PhD Productivity Explored
The mentor's academic status shows mixed effects according to the productivity dimension considered, highlighting that what makes a productive PhD student in one field may differ in another. Wrapping Up. The journey to becoming a productive PhD student is multifaceted and unique to each individual. It encompasses a blend of many things, such as:
What makes a good PhD student?
The criteria for getting a PhD scholarship provide some useful clues as to what makes a good PhD student in the eyes of an advisory board. In particular, you'll benefit from having a strong academic record and proven abilities to conduct effective research. The academic transcript from your honours or postgraduate program can help demonstrate ...
Tap the potential of PhD students
PhD students can face many challenges, such as a lack of confidence in their newly acquired skills or the uncertainty about which career path to choose. We highlight some ways to empower students ...
1 year after Penn State student's tragic death, scholarship
Notably, a graduate scholarship established in her name will help another Penn State student make contributions to the field of physics, while a fundraising hike will raise money for the ...
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Anecdotally, cases similar to mine are becoming increasingly common. In recent months, there have been multiple ongoing cases at my former university, including more withdrawals. However, the university just recruits more students to make up for the losses. It is well known that PhD students are widely seen by academics as a cheap workforce.
That sounds like a lot of PhD students. But, it also sounds like students that stuck with something, b/c their parents were back-seat driving their futures. As others have said, your self-esteem issues stem from something. Something makes you feel inadequate all the time, and makes you compare yourself to others all the time.
When a 2018 study revealed that Ph.D. students suffer from depression at rates far higher than the general population, it sparked a landslide of concern about graduate student mental health, with some calling it a mental health crisis.The study highlighted a need to understand what aspects of graduate school affect depression, says Katelyn Cooper, an assistant professor at Arizona State ...
That said, certain character traits make some individuals less suited to pursue a PhD than others. The character traits that arguably make for 'bad' PhD students are unconcernedness, passiveness, arrogance, sloppiness, impatience, and laziness. Before diving into each one of them, a disclaimer: If you recognise one or more of these traits ...
A similar number (41%) told us that most of their PhD colleagues had mental health problems. Just over a third of PhD students had considered ending their studies altogether for mental health reasons.
Being a PhD student shouldn't be bad for your health. The first international meeting on postgraduate mental health opens this week, but much more is needed to solve academia's crisis. One ...
Illustration by The Project Twins. Getting a PhD is never easy, but it's fair to say that Marina Kovačević had it especially hard. A third-year chemistry student at the University of Novi Sad ...
Lack of critical reflection. Probably the most common reason for failing a Ph.D. dissertation is a lack of critical analysis. A typical observation of the examination committee is, "The thesis is generally descriptive and a more analytical approach is required.". For doctoral work, students must engage critically with the subject matter ...
Ultimately - what makes the success of a PhD student?". Here is a selection of the top answers: "Perseverance.". "Grit and commitment.". "Determination.". "Determination, grit, resilience". "Determination, commitment and perseverance most of all. But having support makes a huge difference too.".
Be creative. Think about what you are doing and why, and look for better ways to go. Don't see your PhD as just a road map laid out by your supervisor. Develop good writing skills: they will make ...
However, these policies need to be accommodated into already overloaded workloads and should include regular review of supervisors. Academics. PhD. professional mentoring. PhD supervisors ...
In this video I will share with you what I have seen from bad PhD students write my 15 years in academia. Sign up for my FREE newsletterJoin 19,000+ email...
Fair and square. Listen. A PhD is about having a research idea, planning out a significant body of research, doing the research, and then writing up the results of your research. You have done that. It's not about being a genius, being perfect, not making mistakes, understanding everything, or always being right.
Really depends on what you make of it. I feel that a PhD program self selects for the type of students that, frankly, are very very bad at setting work-life boundaries and dealing with conflict (esp. with a boss or advisor). That leads to the constantly mentioned "hating your life" shit that you were referring to.
If there is one thing that may truly make or break your PhD journey, it is the relationship you have with your PhD Supervisor. Footnote 1 Research has shown the interpersonal (professional) relationship between PhD students and their supervisors heavily influence the success of a PhD project, and is linked with progress and student satisfaction [].
1. Maintain a healthy work-life balance by finding a routine that works for you. It's better to develop a good balance and work steadily throughout your programme than to work intensively and ...
I feel like a bad PhD. Vent. Title, basically. I suck at being a PhD student. I used to be the research poster child. Always attending meetings with questions, always working myself to the bone to get as much done every week as was possible, always putting research first. Research research research. COVID has changed my priorities, I think, but ...
When it comes to student satisfaction, the single most important element is adviser supportiveness, according to a study published this week in Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education. Getting a Ph.D. is "a very stressful, long process," says Gerard Dericks, a senior lecturer at Oxford Brookes University in the United Kingdom and the lead ...
That being said, it's not all bad though. Reply reply ... In Britain, a PhD student is a student and their primary income is a stipend and not tied to them doing anything except their studentship. There is no legal way to compel a student to do anything and, in reality, revoking their studentship is impractical short of total and complete ...
The mentor's academic status shows mixed effects according to the productivity dimension considered, highlighting that what makes a productive PhD student in one field may differ in another. Wrapping Up. The journey to becoming a productive PhD student is multifaceted and unique to each individual. It encompasses a blend of many things, such as:
The criteria for getting a PhD scholarship provide some useful clues as to what makes a good PhD student in the eyes of an advisory board. In particular, you'll benefit from having a strong academic record and proven abilities to conduct effective research. The academic transcript from your honours or postgraduate program can help demonstrate ...
PhD students can face many challenges, such as a lack of confidence in their newly acquired skills or the uncertainty about which career path to choose. We highlight some ways to empower students ...
Notably, a graduate scholarship established in her name will help another Penn State student make contributions to the field of physics, while a fundraising hike will raise money for the ...