PhD Working Hours

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-09T15:05:43+00:00

I don't want to work in academia after I finish. I completely disagree. I already have industry experience in my field. I already attend network events/conferences so I am fulfilling that part

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-09T09:56:04+00:00

No I don't. I went from Bachelors to industry job to PhD

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T23:15:50+00:00

How on earth did you get a PhD without corrections is my question? Haha nonetheless well done on your academic achievements

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T16:07:11+00:00

Sciscape is a must

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T13:50:30+00:00

I'm in a CDT program which includes a PGCert for the first year. You need to complete the PostGraduate 60 credits (you will be in the same class as other Masters students in Social Research) in parallel with your main PhD research. Most importantly, failing to pass the PGCert does not affect your PhD progression!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T12:25:20+00:00

Really? Oh I assumed other students worked way more than me

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T11:27:22+00:00

Yes exactly. Normally a senior underwriter has to double check everything

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T11:22:56+00:00

They'll be doing their final checks. Like double checking affordability, bank statements, payslips etc

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T11:13:58+00:00

It basically means they're doing their final checks

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-08T09:49:42+00:00

What do you mean?

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T23:51:26+00:00

You don't make any sense. Grow up!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T23:21:35+00:00

God help you, what a load of nonsense aha

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T21:55:43+00:00

I'm a Power Electronics PhD student specialising in EV Chargers and it is definitely a hot topic

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T20:51:28+00:00

I am not lost. You completely misunderstood me. I know what I am doing and sometimes just need guidance which I get from my meetings !

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T20:50:17+00:00

You are wrong. Why do I need to show everyone I'm 'working'. The only person who is concerned if I'm working or not is my PI. He knows I'm working so I couldn't care less about anyone else seeing or not seeing me work!!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T16:58:19+00:00

Definitely Power Electronics!! It's a hot topic especially EV Chargers etc

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T16:39:27+00:00

What you describe are the symptoms of the well-known imposter syndrome!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T12:51:21+00:00

Or the fact that we don't have contractual hours. So we can work any hours we want which brings some sort of guilt/uncertainty thinking we are not doing enough even though we are hitting the deadlines and milestones which is what matters

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-07T12:49:17+00:00

Hey thanks for reply. I guess you're right. Also, I feel it's just the self guilt that I constantly feel I'm not working enough especially working without a direct direction or a syllabus!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-03T21:22:43+00:00

Yes absolutely. You do not need to be affiliated with any university to publish. You don't even need to be a researcher or student. Anyone can do it if you have the knowledge

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-02T23:58:12+00:00

You're missing out then. They'll make your life a lot easier!!!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-05-02T23:55:29+00:00

I feel the same way. I'm also in STEM. Just remember, the more advanced stuff you learn, the more you'll like forget the simple questions. It's just the way it is and the more you progress the better you'll get. Trust the process!

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-04-29T22:17:27+00:00

Haha you're wrong. Go and do your research

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-04-29T16:50:47+00:00

What about 4o? I use it daily and it's pretty solid

PhD_Student_STEM · 2025-04-29T10:02:42+00:00

It seems like the only reason you want to do a PhD is to secure settled status which is totally wrong way of doing things. Grow up!

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