Monthly Archives: December 2009

Research experience before PhD

When students apply for a PhD program, their background and preparation for the PhD is considered mainly via the range of course work and performance in those courses. Letters of recommendation are also vital. However one thing which may make … Read More »

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Academics do not just teach

When some people outside academia ask about the role of a postdoctoral researcher, they expect that it is mainly a teaching job. It is surprising for them to find that many academic positions do not require any teaching. So what … Read More »

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Some comments on vivas

Vivas can vary with the nature of research, attitude of the examiner and the flow of the conversation. However, there are some standard questions which one can easily expect: Can you please give an outline of your thesis and why … Read More »

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