Careers
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I want to do a PhD
Everything you need to find, fund, and apply for a PhD — from exploring your options to approaching supervisors, writing a winning application, and performing at interview.
"I want to do a PhD — where do I even start?"
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An overview of why to pursue a PhD, how programmes are structured, routes in, funding sources, and where to search for opportunities
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An overview of why to pursue a PhD, how programmes are structured, routes in, funding sources, and where to search for opportunities.
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A curated list of the best places to search for PhD opportunities, from UK-focused boards to global and health-specific platforms, all in one place.
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Guidance on what academic recruiters look for, how to write a strong personal statement, structure your research CV, approach potential supervisors, and craft a compelling research proposal.
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Guidance on what academic recruiters look for, how to write a strong personal statement, structure your research CV, approach potential supervisors, and craft a compelling research proposal.
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Check your CV with CareerSet: LSHTM's AI-powered CV and cover letter tool. Get an instant score, line-by-line feedback, and tailored suggestions to make your application stand out to recruiters and beat applicant tracking systems. Free for LSHTM students — log in with your LSHTM email. Click here to access CareerSet.
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Specialist training for Academic interview success - navigate to 'Interview Success' and then Chapter 8 'SPECIALIST: Academic Interview Success'
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Find out what happens at an interview, advice on how to prepare for a PhD interview and more (from findaphd.com).
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A list of the questions you might be asked at an interview (from findaphd.com)
