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Why peer-to-peer conferences benefit doctoral students and their institutions

Solid research skills aside, PhD students need to master the art of collaboration and communicating their ideas. A student-led conference can offer that support

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The PhD experience puts fledgling researchers on the path to becoming seasoned academics. This transformative journey demands not only scholarly rigour but also the resilience and adaptability to navigate challenges, from researching uncharted domains to mastering the art of communicating complex ideas with clarity and conviction. PhD students need not only hard skills in research but also soft skills , such as the ability to present research persuasively and network strategically .

Because PhD education extends beyond solitary pursuit, collaborative endeavours and supportive networks are indispensable, as I have learned from taking this journey myself.

Engaging with peers from diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds broadens intellectual horizons and nurtures a sense of community essential for sustaining motivation and resilience during the average five-year journey. Establishing these networks early equips PhD candidates with potentially lifelong professional relationships that facilitate collaboration and career advancement.

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Strong communication skills also enhance employability and career prospects , preparing students for job interviews , professional settings and effective teaching .

A peer-to-peer conference led by doctoral students for doctoral students is a way to give PhD candidates the opportunity to exercise their collaboration and communication skills.

How a scholars conference enhances PhD education

Student-led conferences such as the Singapore Rising Scholars Conference (SRSC) can be a valuable complement to major field-specific conferences, where professors and established scholars are the main participants. While major conferences offer the opportunity to learn from and be inspired by seasoned academics, student conferences allow PhD candidates to take charge, practise leadership and refine their networking skills among peers. The combination of learning from established scholars and leading within peer-driven platforms provides a well-rounded preparation for academic and professional success.

The SRSC, initiated by Singapore Management University’s (SMU’s) College of Graduate Research Studies, fosters a constructive learning environment for doctoral students in management and social sciences. By encouraging constructive dialogue among emerging scholars from diverse backgrounds, the conference nurtures collaborations that transcend institutional boundaries and inspires interdisciplinary research. This annual event, which has evolved since its debut in 2023 into a two-day programme showcasing research from 60 paper presenters across 22 global institutions, not only enriches participants’ research but also cultivates essential skills in academic presentation, networking and collaboration while providing a platform for exploring new research avenues and expanding professional networks.

Jian Hu, a first-year PhD student at SMU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business, describes the thrill of presenting his research among peers, a sentiment that mirrors my own experience as a doctoral student. I vividly remember the excitement and nerves of sharing my research with an audience for the first time, an experience that sharpened my communication skills and expanded my academic horizons through the valuable feedback I received. For Srishti Arora, from the Singapore campus of the French business school INSEAD, the conference inspired her to seek out interdisciplinary collaboration.

By promoting dialogue, collaboration and innovation, peer-to-peer conferences empower young scholars to push boundaries and make meaningful contributions to their fields and beyond.

The role of academic institutions: commitment, resources and reputation

Academic institutions can nurture PhD students through platforms such as student-led conferences. However, establishing such events requires a significant commitment of resources – financial, logistical and human – and a long-term vision. The rewards, however, can be substantial, not just for the participants but for the institution itself.

At SMU, the SRSC shows how a single institution can create and sustain such a platform. For other institutions looking to replicate this model, it is essential to recognise that success hinges on consistent execution and a commitment to quality. Over time, such a conference can become a cornerstone of an institution’s brand , attracting high-calibre faculty and students. Institutions should simultaneously consider investing in marketing, alumni outreach and continuous improvement processes to ensure that the conference grows in stature and impact over time.

Alternatively, institutions might consider a collaborative model, in which multiple universities join forces to create a rotating conference. Each institution could take turns hosting the event, sharing the burden of resources while also benefiting from the diverse expertise and perspectives that collaboration brings. This approach can also strengthen inter-institutional relationships and provide students with broader networking opportunities. However, it is important to establish clear guidelines and expectations among the participating institutions to ensure the quality and continuity of the event. Collaborative conferences can also serve as a testing ground for joint research initiatives and cross-institutional projects, further amplifying the benefits.

Whether choosing to go it alone or to collaborate, the key is for institutions to view these conferences not just as events but as strategic investments in their academic communities. They offer a tangible way to build institutional reputation while providing invaluable development opportunities for students.

The SRSC exemplifies the profound impact of peer-to-peer conferences on PhD education. By placing students at the helm, these events provide a platform to develop the collaboration and communication skills that are critical for academic and professional success. Leading discussions, presenting research and engaging in cross-disciplinary dialogues empower PhD students to become confident communicators and effective collaborators. Additionally, the networks formed during these conferences foster enduring professional relationships that can lead to future collaborations and career opportunities. Ultimately, peer-to-peer conferences such as the SRSC transform the PhD experience, equipping students with the practical skills and networks necessary for long-term success.

Heli Wang is dean of the College of Graduate Research Studies and the Janice Bellace professor of strategic management in the Lee Kong Chian School of Business at Singapore Management University.

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How Do You Get a PhD? A Guide to the PhD Timeline

Everyone who considers a doctoral degree knows a PhD is a big commitment. 

Not only will it require all your mental energy, focus, and persistence, but it will also require a significant investment of your time. Your particular area of research, your institution’s policies and procedures, and the standard expectations within your field affect how long it takes to earn a PhD. The average PhD length is five or six years, while some students may take eight or nine years.

Regardless of how long a PhD program takes,  there are some common stages of a PhD that all doctoral students share. These significant and essential milestones shape the timeline for earning your doctorate . Read on as we take you through each step and explore the typical steps to a doctorate degree.

How Long Do PhD Programs Take?

The number of credit hours that you need to complete your doctoral coursework might depend on several factors: do you already have a master’s degree? Will you earn one en route to the doctorate? Or do you even need one? 

Different disciplines and research interests have their own PhD process, but even within your field of study, institutions may have diverse pathways for obtaining that terminal degree. For most, coursework will take anywhere from two to three years to complete.

During this time, students can serve as graduate research or teaching assistants or could even lead their own courses as instructors. In many degree programs, students develop their potential dissertation topics through their coursework and define their research plans in the next few years.

Steps to Getting a PhD: PhD Qualifying Exam and Comprehensive Exam

Many programs set up academic checkpoints to help keep students on track during their PhD journeys. The timing varies by program, but one of the most common – and possibly most stressful – forms of benchmarking is the PhD comprehensive exam or qualifying exam. Often administered around the end of the student’s coursework, these exams are your chance to demonstrate what you learned in your classes.

A faculty committee from your department oversees testing. Usually comprised of at least three members, your professors ask questions or assign writing prompts based on your experience in the program thus far. The format is generally a combination of written and oral exams designed to test your expertise in your discipline’s methodologies and significant content areas.

To better prepare yourself, research the number and kind of qualifying benchmarks the program will require in the university catalog before you begin your program. This will allow you and your advisor to effectively plan out the first few years of your degree and give you an idea of how you’ll be evaluated throughout your program.

Doctoral Dissertation Prospectus and Defense

You may be required to complete and defend a dissertation prospectus before officially becoming a PhD candidate. A prospectus is a document outlining your dissertation plan, which includes an explanation of your research topic, a potential outline of your dissertation, the methodologies you intend to employ, the significance of your research question, and a bibliography including sources that form the foundation of your research.

Your prospectus allows your dissertation advisor to understand the scope of your project. It should be thorough enough that they can provide useful feedback to help shape your research plan. After some revisions, an approved prospectus is the green light to move into the next stage of your PhD.

Advancement to Doctoral Candidacy

If you have heard the term ABD – “All But Dissertation” – then that means you are in the home stretch of your doctoral program!

Well, sort of…only your dissertation remains!

Doctoral Dissertation Research and Writing

While you’ve made it through the coursework and qualifying exams, the dissertation is the culminating component of the doctoral degree. At this point, your approved research plan is ready to be set into motion. Depending on your discipline, this could be the stage where you travel extensively to conduct fieldwork, explore archives, or visit labs to collaborate on projects that relate to your dissertation work. For many students, the research phase can take a couple of years, but some may be able to complete it in one.

Writing your dissertation can be one of the most challenging parts of the whole PhD process. Not only are you condensing years of research into a single cohesive document, but you are also formulating graphs, charts, and other textual references to help clarify your argument. Often, formatting can be a major challenge for many students. 

In this stage, it’s most helpful to seek out resources to help you with the writing process. Many universities have dissertation writing workshops where you can learn best practices, as well as support groups where students meet regularly and help keep each other accountable. Most universities also offer competitive dissertation completion grants, supporting students with additional funding so they focus more of their time and effort on completing this undertaking.

Dissertation Defense

Everyone gets nervous about this major rite of passage. It can be difficult to take criticism over something you have poured your heart and soul into for years. Remember, though, that a good advisor will not let you defend if you’re not ready, and you literally wrote the book on your topic!

The dissertation defense is not intended to tear your work apart but rather is your opportunity to prove your expertise to your dissertation committee. Many defenses are open to observers, so you should attend a few in advance of your own, especially within your department, to get a sense of what it’s like. 

First, you’ll present the main points of your thesis. Then the committee will ask questions so they can clearly understand your arguments. Finally, they’ll send you out of the room while they deliberate and decide if you pass or not. If all goes well, you’ll be addressed as “Doctor” the next time you walk into the room!

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No matter what your particular timeline looks like as you work toward your doctorate, know that the faculty and other students within your program are frequently a huge source of support — which means you won't do this alone! Additionally, every school has resources to assist PhD students, from libraries to writing centers to dedicated student support services. 

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Getting started with your AWS Health Dashboard – Your account health

You can use your AWS Health Dashboard to learn about AWS Health events. These events can affect your AWS services or AWS account. After you sign in to your account, the AWS Health Dashboard shows information in the following ways:

Your account events – This page shows events that are specific to your account. You can view open, recent, and scheduled changes. You can also view notifications and an event log that shows all events from the past 90 days.

Your organization events – This page shows events that are specific to your organization in AWS Organizations. You can view open, recent, and scheduled changes for your organization. You can also view notifications, as well as an event log that shows all organization events from the past 90 days.

If you don't have an AWS account, you can use the AWS Health Dashboard – Service health to learn about general service availability.

If you have an account, we recommend that you sign in to your AWS Health Dashboard to get deeper insights into events and upcoming changes that might affect your services and resources.

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To view account events in your AWS Health Dashboard

Open your AWS Health Dashboard at https://health.aws.amazon.com/health/home .

In the navigation pane, for Your account health , you can choose the following options:

Open and recent issues – View recently opened and closed events.

Scheduled changes – View upcoming events that might affect your services and resources.

Other notifications – View all other notifications and ongoing events from the past seven days that might affect your account.

Event log – View all events from the past 90 days.

Use the Open and recent issues tab to view all ongoing events from the past seven days that might affect your account.

When you choose an event from the dashboard, the Details pane appears with information about the event and a list of affected resources. For more information, see Event details .

You can filter the events that appear in any tab by choosing options from the filter list. For example, you can narrow the results by Availability Zone, Region, event end time or last update time, AWS service, and so on.

To see all the events, rather than the recent ones that appear in the dashboard, choose the Event log tab.

Currently, you can’t delete notifications for events that appear in your AWS Health Dashboard. After an AWS service resolves an event, the notification is removed from your dashboard view.

Example : Operational issue event for Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2)

The following image shows an event for launch failures and connectivity issues for Amazon EC2 instances.

Use the Scheduled changes tab to view upcoming events that might affect your account. These events can include scheduled maintenance activities for services and planned lifecycle events that require action to resolve. To help you plan for these activities, a calendar view is provided so that you can map these scheduled changes into a monthly calendar. Filters are available. For more information about planned lifecycle events, see Planned lifecycle events for AWS Health .

Use the Notifications tab to view all other notifications and ongoing events from the past seven days that might affect your account. This can include events, such as certificate rotations, billing notifications, and security vulnerabilities.

Use the Event log tab to view all AWS Health events. The log table includes additional columns so that you can filter by Status and Start time .

When you choose an event in the Event log table, the Details pane appears with information about the event and the list of affected resources. For more information, see Event details .

You can choose the following filter options to narrow your results:

Availability Zone

Event category

Last update time

Resource ID / ARN

Example : Event log

The following image shows recent events for the US East (N. Virginia) and US East (Ohio) Regions.

When you choose an event, two tabs appear about the event. The Details tab shows the following information:

Region / Availability Zone

Whether or not the event is account specific

Start and end time

Number of affected resources

Description and a timeline of updates about the event

The Affected resources tab shows the following information about any AWS resources that are affected by the event:

The resource ID (for example, an Amazon EBS volume ID such as vol-a1b2c34f ) or Amazon Resource Name (ARN), if available or relevant.

For planned lifecycle events, this affected resources list also contains the latest status of the resources ( Pending , Unknown , or Resolved . This list usually refreshes once every 24 hours.

You can filter the items that appear in the resources. You can narrow your results by resource ID or ARN.

Example : AWS Health event for AWS Lambda

The following screenshot shows an example event for Lambda.

There are two types of AWS Health events:

Public events are service events that aren't specific to an account. For example, if there is an issue with Amazon EC2 in an AWS Region, AWS Health provides information about the event, even if you don't use services or resources in that Region.

Account-specific events are specific to your account or an account in your organization. For example, if there's an issue with an Amazon EC2 instance in a Region that you use, AWS Health provides information about the event and the list of affected Amazon EC2 instances.

You can use the following options to identify if an event is public or account-specific:

In the AWS Health Dashboard, choose the Affected resources tab for an event. Events with resources are specific to your account. Events without resources are public and are not specific to your account. For more information, see Getting started with your AWS Health Dashboard – Your account health .

Use the AWS Health API to return the eventScopeCode parameter. Events can have the PUBLIC , ACCOUNT_SPECIFIC , or NONE value. For more information, see the DescribeEventDetails operation in the AWS Health API Reference .

Calendar view is available in the scheduled changes tab to project AWS Health events into a monthly calendar. This view allows you to see scheduled changes up to 3 months into the past and a year into the future.

AWS Health events are displayed by date. Select a date to display a side panel that contains further details on the AWS Health event. Upcoming and ongoing events are displayed in black. Completed events are displayed in grey. If there are more than two events in a date, only the number of black and grey events are shown. Select a date to display a list of AWS Health events in the side panel. You can select an event in the side panel to display information about the event. The side panel has breadcrumbs to navigate to an earlier view.

AWS Health events might specify the precise resources that are affected. You can view affected resources in the Affected Resources tab of the AWS Health event. To view the status, select the AWS Health event. The status displays in the affected resources tab in the side panel. For planned lifecycle events, AWS Health events provide daily updates of the affected resources' status.

Account-level AWS Health events display a summary of affected resources statuses at the top of the Affected Resources tab. A list of affected resources is displayed in a table along with the corresponding status. Planned lifecycle events are an example of event types that use the resource status field. To learn more about planned lifecycle events, see Planned lifecycle events for AWS Health .

When you access the organization view, AWS Health events display a summary of the status of all affected resources for all included accounts. After the summary is a list of affected accounts and the number of pending resources for that account. Select the account number or the number of pending resources to display the account view summary. The account view summary has breadcrumbs to navigate back to the organizational list of affected accounts. A summary of affected resource statuses is displayed at the top of the split panel.

You can download the list of affected resources in the affected resources tab in CSV or JSON format. In organizational view, the downloaded file includes all resources in the accounts listed. Navigate to the account level in organizational view to include only resources for that account in the downloaded file. Each affected resource in the downloaded file includes the AWS account ID, the eventARN, the entity name, the entityARN, status, and the last updated time of the resource. If filters are activated, the downloaded file only includes the filtered results.

You can download only one file at a time. The files are automatically downloaded into the default download folder of your browser and have a preset file name based on the AWS Region, the event title, the event start date, and the download date.

You can view the events in the AWS Health Dashboard in your local time zone or in UTC. If you change the time zone in your AWS Health Dashboard, all timestamps in the dashboard and public events update to the time zone that you specify.

To update your time zone settings

At the bottom of the page, choose Cookie preferences .

Select Allowed for Functional cookies. Then choose Save preferences .

In the navigation pane of your AWS Health Dashboard, choose Time zone settings .

Select a time zone for your AWS Health Dashboard sessions. Then choose Save changes .

AWS Health integrates with AWS Organizations so that you can view events for all accounts that are part of your organization. This provides you a centralized view for events that appear in your organization. You can use these events to monitor for changes in your resources, services, and applications.

For more information, see Aggregating AWS Health events across accounts with organizational view .

Use EventBridge to detect and react to changes for AWS Health events. You can monitor specific AWS Health events that occur in your account, and then set up rules so that AWS Health notifies you, or you take action, when events change.

Use EventBridge with AWS Health

To navigate to the EventBridge console to create a rule, do one of the following:

From the navigation pane, under Health Integrations , choose Amazon EventBridge .

Under Configure EventBridge , choose Go to EventBridge .

Follow this procedure to create rules and monitor for events. See Monitoring AWS Health events with Amazon EventBridge .

You can get started with the AWS Health API by using AWS Health Aware – a low-cost application that you can use to send health events to Slack, JIRA, ServiceNow and more.

Your AWS Health Dashboard has a bell icon in the console navigation bar with an alert menu. This feature displays the number of recent AWS Health events that appear on the dashboard in each category. This bell icon appears on several AWS consoles, such as those for Amazon EC2, Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), and AWS Trusted Advisor.

Choose the bell icon to see if recent events affect your account. You can then choose an event to navigate to your AWS Health Dashboard for more information.

Example : Open events

The following image shows open and notification events for an account.

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There are both local and virtual opportunities to connect with doctoral staff to learn more about our programs and answer your questions regarding admissions. Registration is free but required for our events. Please email us if you have questions.

• September 12, 2024 from 3pm - 4pm EST. HBS virtual information session. Register here.
• October 1, 2024 from 12pm - 1pm EST. HBS virtual information session. Register here.
• October 24, 2024 from 1pm - 2pm EST. HBS virtual information session. Register here.

DocNet Consortium Events

DocNet is an organization of more than 130 universities granting doctoral degrees in business administration and economics. Its purpose is to promote doctoral education in business throughout the world. Through DocNet events , a group of administrative representatives host outreach events to share more information about our programs, student life, and admissions. All events are free and open to the public but require registration.

• September 24, 2024 from 5pm - 8pm at University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management. Learn more and register here.
• September 25, 2024 - University of Utah, David Eccles School of Business. Learn more and register here.

The PhD Project

Harvard Business School Doctoral Programs is pleased to participate in events organized by The PhD Project. Their flagship Annual Conference offers prospective applicants the opportunity to meet with admissions officers, faculty, and doctoral students at business schools from around the world. The PhD Project's work benefits not only prospective doctoral students, but also current PhD students and alumni by providing networking and mentorship opportunities throughout their academic journeys.

• March 20-21, 2025 - PhD Project Annual Conference. Application deadline is January 31, 2025. Apply here.

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Interested in pursuing a PhD in Psychology?

Join Stanford Psychology graduate students, research staff, and faculty for our Paths to PhD event.

Paths to PhD

Join Stanford Psychology graduate students, research assistants, and faculty for our 8th annual Paths to PhD event Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10:00 am-5:00 pm. This VIRTUAL event is a free one-day information session and workshop on applying to research positions and Ph.D. programs in psychology.

There are two components to this program:

• an information-session where you will hear from faculty, graduate students, postdocs, and research staff about their experiences and insights regarding their paths to psychology research, what is typically involved in a psychology program, and key components of the application
• a workshop where you can participate in one-on-one or small group sessions with a graduate student, postdoc, or research staff member to work with you on specific components of your application.  

The Paths to a Psychology PhD program — both the information session and workshop — is open to people from all backgrounds.

Applications are due September 29, 2024. APPLY NOW!

Please note that this event is NOT associated with admissions to or employment at Stanford University.

The panels were extremely well planned, informative, and thoughtful. I was amazed by how supportive and honest everyone was in sharing their personal experiences in applying to grad school, as well as sharing invaluable pieces of advice. It was so cool hearing about other people's research passions and inspiring to see the limitless potential in the field... I arrived feeling apprehensive about everything to do with grad school, but after a day of talking with/learning from other grad students, I left feeling excited and motivated about pursuing my passions. I only wish that everyone wanting to pursue a PhD but deterred by the confusing process could attend this kind of an event.

Stanford’s Department of Psychology is committed to building an inclusive field of psychology. We aim to spread knowledge and help those from groups historically underrepresented in psychology to apply to research positions and PhD programs in psychology broadly. 

We  strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups , including but not limited to, women, people of color, first-generation college students, and those from low-income backgrounds, to apply.

Interested applicants from any institution or organization are invited to apply!

The format for Paths to PhD 2024 is still pending.

In the past, topics have included:

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• Crafting a compelling application

One-on-one conversation with current graduate students and research staff for personalized advice about your interests and future in psychology

No, this event is NOT associated with admissions to or employment at Stanford University. Although the organizers will draw on their personal experiences when providing information, this event will not provide any specific information about applying to Stanford’s PhD program in Psychology. Instead, participants will learn about psychology PhD programs and research positions in general.

I really enjoyed having a one on one session with a student because it really helped me learn more about grad school. I also really enjoyed how I felt so supported and welcomed with questions, despite having so many. I enjoyed how small and intimate the group was, I didn’t know what to expect and I’m glad it wasn’t huge. I’m happy that we were able to talk to many different people. I enjoyed the break out sessions because we had the chance to actually work out some questions I had. This type of event is immensely more helpful than any other “info session” about graduate school I’ve been to.

If you have further questions about this event or the application, please email  paths2phd [at] lists.stanford.edu (paths2phd[at]lists[dot]stanford[dot]edu) .

Ph.D. in Epidemiology

The Ph.D. in Epidemiology emphasizes the expertise necessary for a research career in epidemiology.

2024 application deadline: The priority deadline is February 1, with a final deadline of June 1. Admission cycle: Fall Assistantship types: teaching, research

The Ph.D. in Epidemiology is a STEM-designated program designed to prepare students for careers in which advanced analytical skills are required in academia, government, industry and research institutions. Students apply epidemiologic methods to understand complex public health problems. The program trains students to become independent investigators through two years of required coursework in epidemiology and biostatistics methods followed by two years (or more) of research. Students must pass a written qualifying exam and complete and defend a research dissertation. As a Tier One research institution, the School of Public Health encourages its Ph.D. students to participate in research projects that advance the field of epidemiology and address current public health issues.  Faculty and students of the School of Public Health conduct state-of-the-art research in a wide range of areas related to public health. Research in the school is supported by grants and contracts from numerous federal, state, local and private sources, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Funding for the Ph.D. in Epidemiology

Qualified Ph.D. in Epidemiology students are offered Graduate Assistant (GA) positions for two years of the program. These positions typically include teaching activities and continuous funding is contingent upon satisfactory performance of the duties and good academic standing. Although funding beyond two years is not guaranteed, GA positions that focus on research and other funding opportunities are available and most students continue to receive support. GA positions include a monthly stipend, health insurance and a tuition waiver. Additional financial support is available through scholarships, fellowships and awards provided by the School of Public Health and the Graduate School. 

This program is part of the  Western Regional Graduate Program  (WRGP), a tuition-savings program that makes out-of-state graduate studies more affordable for students. Through WRGP, you will receive a reduced tuition rate, giving you more educational options for your money.

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Kristen Clements-Nolle Graduate Director of Epidemiology Email: [email protected]

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Undergraduate student guide to grad school: phd & ms programs in statistical sciences.

The NISS Academic Affiliates Committee organized an informative and inspiring event series tailored specifically for undergraduate students interested in pursuing advanced degrees in Statistics, Biostatistics, and Data Science!

Are you an aspiring data enthusiast looking to take your passion to the next level? Join us for an informative and inspiring event tailored specifically for undergraduate students interested in pursuing advanced degrees in Statistics, Biostatistics, and Data Science!

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Exploring Grad School Paths:  Discover the diverse array of opportunities that advanced degrees in Statistics, Biostatistics, and Data Science can offer. Learn about the unique career trajectories, research areas, and real-world applications that await you in these exciting fields.

Program Overviews:  Get an in-depth look at renowned PhD and MS programs from esteemed institutions. Representatives from top universities will present comprehensive overviews of their programs, covering curriculum details, faculty expertise, research facilities, and more.

Application Insights:   Receive valuable tips and strategies for crafting a compelling application package that stands out to admissions committees. From personal statements to letters of recommendation, our experts will guide you through the key components of a successful application.

Interactive Q&A Session:  Participate in an interactive Q&A session with experienced professionals and academic advisors. Gain firsthand knowledge about the challenges and triumphs of pursuing an advanced degree in these fields, and have your burning questions answered.

Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to set your grad school aspirations in motion! Whether you're curious about the research landscape, eager to hear success stories, or seeking guidance on your next steps, this event is designed to empower you with the knowledge and connections you need to thrive in the world of advanced statistical studies.

**Registration is free!** Secure your spot today and embark on a journey towards a future fueled by data-driven excellence.

We look forward to welcoming you to an event that could shape your future in the world of Statistics, Biostatistics, and Data Science! 

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FuseNet PhD Event 2024

On 3-5 September 2024,  University of Stuttgart  welcomes European fusion PhD students to Stuttgart, Germany. During the event, there is time to meet fusion researchers and fellow PhD students. It is the best opportunity to strengthen and expand your fusion research network.

Registrations will are open now for the PhD Event 2024 in Stuttgart and can be done at our Indico page. Registration deadline is at 28 June 2024.

Keep in mind that you need a FuseNet account to be able to register for the event. Creating a new FuseNet account can be done the using this link .

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Types of Doctorates

Learn about the different types of Doctorates available to you, including their eligibility, durations, fees and benefits. Find out which one would be most beneficial to you.

Key Resources

What are Professional Doctorates?

Professional doctorates are advanced postgraduate degrees that combine taught components with independent research in a student’s area of expertise. Find out what they involve.

Integrated Masters with PhD – Explained

An Integrated Masters with a PhD is a relatively new form of Postgraduate study, but what exactly are they and who are they for? We explain all.

What is a PhD?

Contemplating whether to do a PhD or just want to find out more? We explore all aspects of PhD life, from what it involves to the benefits it provides.

What Is a Graduate Teaching Assistant? – Explained

GTAs are postgraduate research students who support academic and faculty staff members with their teaching responsibility. Learn more about what this involves.

What Is an MPhil? – A Complete Guide

‘MPhil’ stands for ‘Master of Philosophy’ and is an advance postgraduate degree. Learn about what’s involved, how much it costs and what you can do afterwards.

Part Time PhDs – Everything You Need To Know

Whilst the core activities of a part time PhD are identical of that to a full time PhD, its organisation is different. Learn more here.

Supporting Resources

PhD vs MD – Differences explained

This article will explain the key differences between a PhD and a MD, from program structure and length to career outlook.

PsyD vs PhD – Differences Explained

A PsyD is a Doctor of Psychology. How does this differ to a PhD? Which is better? We answer these questions and explain the details of a PsyD program.

Second Master’s or PhD? – A Comparison

Deciding between a Second Masters and a PhD can be a tough decision, so we’ve outlined their pros, cons and differences – to help you make the right decision!

Difference Between Undergraduate and Postgraduate Study

Transitioning from undergraduate to postgraduate level is relatively simple once you know what their differences are. Our page compares these two modes of study.

MPhil vs MSc – Differences Explained

An MPhil and an MSc may seem similar, but they lead to two very different paths. Find out which one is for you.

Masters vs PhD – Differences Explained

Discover the difference between a Master’s degree and a PhD doctorate degree, and find out which one is best for you.

PhD by Publication – Explained

A PhD by publication is a less common route to a PhD. Find out exactly what one is, how it normally works and what the advantages and disadvantages are.

DBA vs PhD – Differences Explained

A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is equivalent to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), however, there are fundamental differences between the two; learn what they are here.

DPhil vs PhD – Differences Explained

There is a common misconception that a DPhil and PhD are two different degrees. This is not the case; find out why here.

Gain valuable insight from our collection of exclusive interviews with both current and past PhD students. Learn from their best advice, personal challenges and career path after completing their doctorate.