{"product_id":"social-science-student-s-guide-to-surviving-your-phd-book-kohol-shadrach-iornem-9780335249633","title":"A Social Science Student's Guide to Surviving your PhD","description":"\u003ci\u003eThis book is written by a successful survivor! This clear and supportive text provides a detailed synthesis of, and rationale for, the key issues involved in a PhD and is highly recommended for anyone contemplating embarking on a PhD programme - it should be read from start to finish before starting the journey and consulted at regular intervals throughout the journey using the lists of dos and don’ts as checklists at strategic milestones along the way.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eProfessor Eleri Jones, Professor Emerita, Cardiff Metropolitan University\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDr Iornem presents the topic of a PhD journey in the same way as he undertook the journey itself: with enthusiasm and joy. Any student wanting to tackle this daunting task should use this book as a guide and as a motivator. Dr Iornem recognizes the hurdles and the fears which face a research student and addresses them with realism, pragmatism and humour, based on his own personal experiences.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDr John Koenigsberger, PhD supervisor: Cardiff Metropolitan University; University of Wales, Trinity St. Davids\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrom development of the research proposal to preparing for the viva voce and post-doctoral career options, this handy survival guide provides an invaluable source of advice and inside knowledge on the entire PhD process. All stages are explained in simple terms, and potential pitfalls are clearly highlighted, along with how to avoid them. This accessible, informative and engaging book is highly recommended as essential reading to anyone considering undertaking a PhD.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e Dr Hillary J. Shaw, Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Urban Research on Austerity, De Montfort University\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe doctorate is an emotional and academic journey, filled with dilemmas and obstacles that are normal for every student. Offering a new perspective to help navigate and adjust to a new environment and culture of learning, this book seeks to answer questions like:\u003cbr\u003e•What if my research is not up to a PhD standard?\u003cbr\u003e•What makes a thesis original?\u003cbr\u003e•What if I cannot finish the course before the stipulated 3-year period?\u003cbr\u003e•What kind of training do I need before commencing a PhD?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrawn from the author’s own experience, alongside the stories of other students and graduates, the book illustrates possible solutions to the academic and emotional challenges faced by today’s PhD student.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.Reflections from contemporary PhD students and graduates.\u003cbr\u003e2.Comprehensive table of contents including research, proposal writing, avoiding plagiarism, publishing, and preparing for the viva voce.\u003cbr\u003e3.Accessible and practical approach to the common problems faced by today’s doctoral students.\u003cbr\u003e4.Conversational style for an easy-to-read experience, particularly useful for international students whose first language is not English.\u003cbr\u003e5.Simplified coverage of the research journey in a logical step-by-step format from pre-application to the final Thesis Defence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssential reading for students and supervisors, A Social Science Student’s Guide to Surviving Your PhD will also be of use to international students seeking to gain further insight into the application process and the demands of research degrees in the UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr Kohol Shadrach Iornem\u003c\/b\u003e is a senior lecturer at the International Foundation Group, London, UK, where he teaches Business Management, Organisational Behaviour and Study Skills. 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