ABSTRACT

Covering the academic and operational aspects of PhD research degree programmes, this accessible yet comprehensive book is an essential guide to navigating through the PhD research journey.

Using a mixture of useful information, practical strategies and valuable advice, this book helps readers through the process of doing a PhD by providing essential hints and tips on key aspects such as the following:

  • How to start, conduct and manage PhD research
  • Working with your supervisor
  • Writing your thesis
  • Preparing for the viva

This is a crucial resource for anyone wanting to know about approaches to research, substantive theories, data analytical techniques, essential research tools and a range of other issues that affect the chances of PhD success and completion. With global case studies and examples, this invaluable guide is a must-read for anyone undertaking a PhD in the social sciences.

chapter Chapter 1|18 pages

What is and why do a PhD?

chapter Chapter 2|23 pages

The PhD application process

chapter Chapter 3|20 pages

Working with your supervisor/director of study

chapter Chapter 4|27 pages

Finding support for your PhD

chapter Chapter 5|20 pages

Writing your literature review

chapter Chapter 8|14 pages

Owning and driving your own PhD research

chapter Chapter 9|16 pages

Conducting fieldwork and collecting your data

chapter Chapter 10|32 pages

Analysing your research data

Quantitative and qualitative approaches

chapter Chapter 11|16 pages

Writing up your PhD thesis

chapter Chapter 12|13 pages

Preparing for and doing your viva voce

Oral examination

chapter Chapter 13|6 pages

Making the most of your PhD degree