Master Academia
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Academic Skills
Introduce yourself in a PhD interview (4 simple steps + examples)
The opening of an application interview for a PhD position usually starts with short introductions of everyone participating in the conversation. Many applicants wonder how to best introduce themselves in a PhD interview. Four simple steps (including examples) help you…
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Academic Skills
10 key skills of successful master’s students
Following a master’s programme is an exciting time. What are the skills that make master’s students successful? There are ten key skills that set successful master’s students apart and help them to make the most of their journey. Disclaimer: This…
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Career Advice
Hidden gems: 3 free apps every PhD researcher should know about
Some mobile and web applications distract PhD students from their work. Others, however, can considerably enrich a PhD journey. The three mobile and/or web applications R Discovery, Owlstown and LastPass provide exceptional value to postgraduate students. Free of charge! While…
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Career Advice
20 questions to ask about potential PhD programmes
There usually comes a time in a PhD application process when the candidate can ask the admission committee questions about the programme. If you made it to this stage, you may be wondering: What questions should I ask about the…
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Academic Skills
How to select a journal for publication as a PhD student
Selecting a suitable journal to publish your academic work can be overwhelming. However, six concrete strategies can help you to select a suitable journal. Combined, these strategies allow you to identify the perfect journal for your next publication. Contents Explore…
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Career Advice
The best answers to “Why do you want to do a PhD?”
If you are interviewing for a PhD position, chances are high that you will be asked about your motivation to do a PhD. And sometimes, simple questions are the hardest to answer. Therefore, it is smart to prepare an excellent…
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Career Advice
Key quotes to motivate and drive academic success
Embark on a journey towards academic success with these 20 motivational quotes. Each quote is designed to inspire students and academics alike to persevere and thrive. 1. Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. – Unknown 2. Success is not…
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Networking Hacks
Effective LinkedIn headlines for master’s students (+ examples)
LinkedIn headlines matter: what you include in the headline tends to be people’s first association with your name on the platform. Master’s students can benefit from effective LinkedIn headlines if they know what elements to include and what to avoid.…
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Career Advice
How to strategically prepare for a PhD application
Do you want to do a PhD in the future and set yourself up for success? You can do several things to strategically prepare for a PhD application. They will increase your chance of securing a position! Disclaimer: This post…
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Career Advice
10 reasons to do a master’s degree right after graduation
When you are nearing the completion of your bachelor’s degree, you have to make an important decision: Enter the workforce or immediately continue with a master’s degree? There are 10 good reasons to do a master’s degree right after graduation.…