20 Best Books For Phd Students (2023 Update)

This book examines the failed graduate school reforms of the past and presents a plan for a practical and sustainable phd.for too many students, today's phd is a bridge to nowhere. imagine an entering cohort of eight doctoral students. by current statistics, four of the eight—50%!—will not complete the degree. of the other four, two will never secure full-time academic positions. the remaining pair will find full-time teaching jobs, likely at teaching-intensive institutions. and maybe, just maybe, one of them will garner a position at a research university like the one where those eight students began graduate school. but all eight members of that original group will be trained according to the needs of that single one of them who might snag a job at a research university. graduate school has been preparing students for jobs that don't exist—and preparing them to want those jobs above all others. in the new phd, leonard cassuto and robert weisbuch argue that universities need to ready graduate students for the jobs they will get, not just the academic ones. connecting scholarly training to the vast array of career options open to graduates requires a phd that looks outside the walls of the university, not one that turns inward—a phd that doesn't narrow student minds but unlocks and broadens them practically as well as intellectually. cassuto and weisbuch document the growing movement for a student-centered, career-diverse graduate education, and they highlight some of the most promising innovations that are taking place on campuses right now. a more humane and socially dynamic phd experience, the authors assert, is possible. this new phd reconceives of graduate education as a public good, not a hermetically sealed cloister—and it won't happen by itself. throughout the book, cassuto and weisbuch offer specific examples of how graduate programs can work to: – reduce the time it takes students to earn a degree; – expand career opportunities after graduation; – encourage public scholarship; – create coherent curricula and rethink the dissertation; – attract a truly representative student cohort; and – provide the resources—financial, cultural, and emotional—that students need to successfully complete the program.the new phd is a toolbox for practical change that will teach readers how to achieve consensus on goals, garner support, and turn talk to action. speaking to all stakeholders in graduate education—faculty, administrators, and students—it promises that graduates can become change agents throughout our world.

"…snappy and informative; it's a must-buy and there's nothing near it on the market at the moment." stephen hart, university college london "i found it very informative and helpful. there was loads of useful detail that wasn't covered by the other phd books i've been reading." miki grahame, prospective phd student a phd is one of the most ambitious and exciting things you can do in your life. upon successful completion you will be a doctor – and a world authority in your chosen area. each year several thousand graduate students apply to do a phd at universities in the uk. many are not successful – they are unable to find a suitable university, or a supervisor, or decide on a suitable research project, or they cannot obtain funding to pay their fees and bills. most students fail to obtain a phd because they have one of these aspects wrong at the start. the phd application handbook is the first ever comprehensive handbook for people wishing to apply for a phd in the uk. it provides a step-by-step guide to phds, explaining: what a phd is how to apply for your phd how to find the right university, supervisor and project it also provides detailed information about funding, eligibility, deadlines for different awards, and which funding is best for which student. examples of research proposals, application forms and interview technique are given, helping you to secure your phd place with the minimum of problems. the phd application handbook is designed to help prospective phd students achieve their ambition. if you want to do a doctorate in the uk, this book is essential for you!

"…snappy and informative; it's a must-buy and there's nothing near it on the market at the moment." stephen hart, university college london "i found it very informative and helpful. there was loads of useful detail that wasn't covered by the other phd books i've been reading." miki grahame, prospective phd student a phd is one of the most ambitious and exciting things you can do in your life. upon successful completion you will be a doctor – and a world authority in your chosen area. each year several thousand graduate students apply to do a phd at universities in the uk. many are not successful – they are unable to find a suitable university, or a supervisor, or decide on a suitable research project, or they cannot obtain funding to pay their fees and bills. most students fail to obtain a phd because they have one of these aspects wrong at the start. the phd application handbook is the first ever comprehensive handbook for people wishing to apply for a phd in the uk. it provides a step-by-step guide to phds, explaining: what a phd is how to apply for your phd how to find the right university, supervisor and project it also provides detailed information about funding, eligibility, deadlines for different awards, and which funding is best for which student. examples of research proposals, application forms and interview technique are given, helping you to secure your phd place with the minimum of problems. the phd application handbook is designed to help prospective phd students achieve their ambition. if you want to do a doctorate in the uk, this book is essential for you!

Reviews from 1st and 2nd editions: "a welcome revision to what has always been a popular book amongst intending phd students" – phoenix "phillips and pugh's book has, since its original publication in 1987, become the undisputed bible for doctoral students" – nursing times "warmly recommended as a bed-side companion, both to those hoping to get a phd and to those who have the responsibility of guiding them, often with very little support themselves"- higher education review "this is an excellent book. its style is racy and clear … an impressive array of information, useful advice and comment gleaned from the authors' systematic study and experience over many years … should be required reading not only for those contemplating doctoral study but also for all supervisors, new and experienced" – higher education this is a handbook and survival manual for phd students, providing a practical, realistic understanding of the processes of doing research for a doctorate. it discusses many important issues often neglected, such as time management, and how to overcome the difficulties of communicating with supervisors; and considers the particular problems of groups such as women, part-time and overseas students. the book also provides practical insights for supervisors, and assists senior academic administrators by examining the responsibilities that universities have for providing an adequate overall service for research students. this 3rd edition has been extensively revised and updated throughout with new material added on information and communication technology, publishing, teaching and working towards a phd in a practice based discipline. additional material hasalso been provided for supervisors with new sections on the outcomes of good supervision and on how to examine.

This is the guide you wished you had when you went to college! bestselling author anthony oneal is on a mission to help every high school graduate succeed in life with the graduate survival guide. authentic, real-life stories from anthony, along with compelling data, will help any high school graduate recognize how these mistakes can negatively impact their financial future. as anthony tells students, "the caliber of your future will be determined by the choices you make today." this is a must-have book for every high school senior! the graduate survival guide will help students: identify and avoid the five biggest money mistakes. – learn how to make smart financial decisions during college. – put into practice healthy habits to keep them out of debt. – take responsibility for saving and spending with a plan. – discover how to avoid student loans and pay cash for college. – the graduate survival guide will give you the confidence and wisdom needed to come out of college knowing you crushed it.

Industry phd: transition out of academia and get hired in 7 steps is written for ph – ds who want to transition out of academia and into a industry career. why do ph – ds want to transition out of academia? many ph – ds feel professionally unfulfilled in academia positions because they are overworked, work in uninspiring roles and are paid marginal academic stipends, fellowships and wages. far too many ph – ds are unable to find any meaning or joy in their academic careers, which negatively impacts both their professional and personal lives. the biggest problem that these ph – ds face is a lack of training on how to get a job outside of academia. after all, most ph – ds have spent decades–the entirety of their professional careers–in academia. this is why there is, as the boston globe frames it, a "glut of ph – ds," which has resulted in, a "phd employment crisis" according to policy options politiques. industry phd is the answer to this employment crisis and is the stepwise blueprint that 18 million ph – ds worldwide are seeking. isaiah hankel's 7-step approach provides a consistent and proven methodology that allows ph – ds to transition into a new industry without suffering through the painful process of trial and error. hankel's 7 core steps within industry phd include: industry career options for phdscommunicating the right skills – writing industry resumes – mastering linked – in profiles – networking and job referrals – generating informational interviews – acing industry interviews

The most widely used text in its course area, james w. kalat's biological psychology has appealed to thousands of students before you. why? kalat's main goal is to make biological psychology understandable to psychology students, not just to biology majors and pre meds–and he delivers. another goal is to convey the excitement of the search for biological explanations of behavior. kalat believes that biological psychology is "the most interesting topic in the world," and this text convinces many students–and maybe you, too–with clear writing, amusing anecdotes and intriguing examples. mindtap, an interactive online learning resource that integrates the text with videos, animations and a virtual bio-lab component, makes learning even easier and more enjoyable.

Perfect your lab skills with the essential text for diagnostic microbiology! bailey & scott's diagnostic microbiology, 15th edition is known as the #1 bench reference for practicing microbiologists and as the preeminent text for students in clinical laboratory science programs. with hundreds of full-color illustrations and step-by-step methods for procedures, this text provides a solid, basic understanding of diagnostic microbiology and also covers more advanced techniques such as matrix-assisted laser desorption time-of-flight mass spectrometry. written by noted cls educator dr. patricia tille, diagnostic microbiology has everything you need to get accurate lab test results in class and in clinical practice. more than 800 high-quality, full-color illustrations help you visualize concepts. hands-on procedures show exactly what takes place in the lab, including step-by-step methods, photos, and expected results. case studies allow you to apply your knowledge to diagnostic scenarios and to develop critical thinking skills. genera and species boxes provide handy, at-a-glance summaries at the beginning of each organism chapter. learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide measurable outcomes to achieve by completing the chapter material. a glossary defines terms at the back of the book and on the evolve companion website. new! updated content includes infectious disease trends and new illustrations such as culture plate images of real specimens, complex gram stains, lactophenol cotton blue microscopy, and more. new covid-19 information has been added. updated topics include the human microbiome project, expanded maldi-tof applications and molecular diagnostics in conjunction with traditional microbiology, additional streps, and significant news in mycology. expanded glossary defines terms on the evolve companion website.

Everything you ever need to know about making it as a scientist.despite your graduate education, brainpower, and technical prowess, your career in scientific research is far from assured. permanent positions are scarce, science survival is rarely part of formal graduate training, and a good mentor is hard to find.in a ph.d. feibelman lays out a rational path to a fulfilling long-term research career. he offers sound advice on selecting a thesis or postdoctoral adviser; choosing among research jobs in academia, government laboratories, and industry; preparing for an employment interview; and defining a research program. the guidance offered in a ph.d. will help you make your oral presentations more effective, your journal articles more compelling, and your grant proposals more successful.a classic guide for recent and soon-to-be graduates, a ph.d. remains required reading for anyone on the threshold of a career in science. this new edition includes two new chapters and is revised and updated throughout to reflect how the revolution in electronic communication has transformed the field.

Teach like a champion 3.0 is the long-awaited update to doug lemov’s highly regarded guide to the craft of teaching. this book teaches you how to create a positive and productive classroom that encourages student engagement, trust, respect, accountability, and excellence. in this edition, you’ll find new and updated teaching techniques, the latest evidence from cognitive science and culturally responsive teaching practices, and an expanded companion video collection. learn how to build students’ background knowledge, move learning into long-term memory, and connect your teaching with the curriculum content for tangible improvement in learning outcomes. the new version of the book includes: an introductory chapter on mental models for teachers to use to guide their decision-making in the classroom. extensive discussion of research in social and cognitive science to support and guide the use of techniques. additional online resources, and supports read this powerful update to discover the techniques that leading teachers are using to put students on the path to success.

Process offers the essential guidance that students in the biological and physical sciences need to get the most out of their years in graduate school. drawing upon the insights of numerous current and former graduate students, this book presents a rich portrayal of the intellectual and emotional challenges inherent in becoming a scientist, and offers the informed, practical advice a "best friend" would give about each stage of the graduate school experience. what are the best strategies for applying to a graduate program? how are classes conducted? how should i choose an advisor and a research project? what steps can i take now to make myself more "employable" when i get my degree? what goes on at the oral defense? through a balanced, thorough examination of issues ranging from lab etiquette to research stress, the authors–each a ph.d. in the sciences–provide the vital information that will allow students to make informed decisions all along the way to the degree. headlined sections within each chapter make it fast and easy to look up any subject, while dozens of quotes describing personal experiences in graduate programs from people in diverse scientific fields contribute invaluable real-life expertise. special attention is also given to the needs of international students.read in advance, this book prepares students for each step of the graduate school experience that awaits them. read during the course of a graduate education, it serves as a handy reference covering virtually all major issues and decisions a doctoral candidate is likely to face. process is the one book every graduate student in the biological and physical sciences can use to stay a step ahead, from application all the way through graduation.

Instant new york times bestseller the only definitive book authored by wim hof on his powerful method for realizing our physical and spiritual potential.“ this method is very simple, very accessible, and endorsed by science. anybody can do it, and there is no dogma, only acceptance. only freedom.” —wim hofwim hof has a message for each of us: “you can literally do the impossible. you can overcome disease, improve your mental health and physical performance, and even control your physiology so you can thrive in any stressful situation.” with the wim hof method, this trailblazer of human potential shares a method that anyone can use—young or old, sick or healthy—to supercharge their capacity for strength, vitality, and happiness. wim has become known as “the iceman” for his astounding physical feats, such as spending hours in freezing water and running barefoot marathons over deserts and ice fields. yet his most remarkable achievement is not any record-breaking performance—it is the creation of a method that thousands of people have used to transform their lives. if you’re ready to explore and exceed the limits of your own potential, the wim hof method is waiting for you.

Social scientist brené brown, phd, msw, has sparked a global conversation about the experiences that bring meaning to our lives—experiences of courage, vulnerability, love, belonging, shame, and empathy. in braving the wilderness, brown redefines what it means to truly belong in an age of increased polarization. with her trademark mix of research, storytelling, and honesty, brown will again change the cultural conversation while mapping a clear path to true belonging. but in a culture that’s rife with perfectionism and pleasing, and with the erosion of civility, it’s easy to stay quiet, hide in our ideological bunkers, or fit in rather than show up as our true selves and brave the wilderness of uncertainty and criticism. and that path cuts right through the wilderness. brown writes, “the wilderness is an untamed, unpredictable place of solitude and searching. it is a place as dangerous as it is breathtaking, a place as sought after as it is feared. but it turns out to be the place of true belonging, and it’s the bravest and most sacred place you will ever stand.”

This book explores the phd experience as never before and provides a “survival guide” for current and prospective phd students. the book investigates why mental health issues are so common among the postgraduate population, going beyond the statistics, looking at lived experience of both the author and as well as current phd students, who have found balancing mental wellness with the phd endeavour challenging.the author discusses tips and tricks she wished she had known at the start of her phd process for managing mental health, such as managing imposter feelings, prioritising workload, and self-care strategies to help others throughout their own journey.the book goes beyond typical mental health discussions (where the focus for improving mental health is placed on phd students to become “more resilient”) and explores some of the often unspoken environmental factors that can impact mental health. these include the phd student-supervisor relationship, the pressure to publish, and deep systemic problems in academia, such as racism, bullying and harassment. finally, the book is a call to action, providing tangible improvements from the author’s perspective that university institutions can make to ensure that academia is a place for all to thrive.

"i wrote the book i wish i'd had when i started my phd." professor woodhouse knows a thing or two about ph – ds. in december 1994 he submitted his phd after 3 years, 1 month, and it won the best phd thesis award from the remote sensing society. as a professor at the university of edinburgh he has supervised more than 50 msc and 16 phd students to a successful thesis submission. he has also acted as external examiner for a number of phd students, both from uk universities and world wide, including phd candidates at universities in finland, australia, canada, south africa and the netherlands. he has even failed a first submission at a viva voce as an internal examiner! drawing on these experiences, as both a graduate student and as a supervisor, prof woodhouse provides a straightforward checklist of 101 key bits of advice, from how to choose a phd in the first place, through writing the thesis, to finally getting your first job. the advice is non-disciplinary-specific, so applies to students conducting research in any field. contents:before you start – getting the right mindset – being effective – self improvement – time management – working on your network – going to conferences oral presentation – conference dinners poster presentation – writing your thesis – getting started on the thesisstructurethe beginningmiddleendthe other bitsabstractprefaceappendicesfootnotes and endnotes – postscripts and afterwords – general comments – size does matter – writer's block – don't write foreverfigurespeer reviewed journal articleschecklistfinishing up: the viva voce – after: getting a job. – afterword

Written by a phd student with insights from fellow students, this clear and concise book covers every aspect of the realities of the phd experience for prospective and current phd students. it gives an honest inside view on the day to day experience, whilst providing practical strategies, useful tips and solid advice to support and motivate fellow students. covers topics from the initial decision to undertake a phd, through the different stages and finally to the decisions about what comes next.

This bestselling book guides phd students through their graduate years and beyond. filled with practical advice on getting started, communicating with your supervisor, staying the course, and planning for the future, this book is an indispensable guide for graduate students who need that extra bit of help getting started and making it through. who should read this book? any student currently in, or curious about, a phd programme, be it in the physical and life sciences, engineering, computer science, math, medicine, or the humanities — this book tackles the obstacles and hurdles that almost all phd students face during their doctoral training. whether you’re at the very beginning of your research, close to the end, or just feeling frustrated and stuck at any point in between…it’s never too early — or too late — to focus on your success! this third edition contains a variety of new material, including additional chapters and advice on how to make the most of remote learning, collaboration, and communication tools, as well as updated material on your next career step once you have your coveted doctoral degree in hand. some of the material in the third edition appeared as part of a monthly column on the sciencecareers website.

Is graduate school right for you? how can you choose the best possible school? this classic guide helps students answer these vital questions and much more. it will also help graduate students finish in less time, for less money, and with less trouble. based on interviews with career counselors, graduate students, and professors, getting what you came for is packed with real-life experiences. it has all the advice a student will need not only to survive but to thrive in graduate school, including: instructions on applying to school and for financial aid; how to excel on qualifying exams; how to manage academic politics—including hostile professors; and how to write and defend a top-notch thesis. most important, it shows you how to land a job when you graduate.

New york times bestseller – from the author of the power of habit comes a fascinating book that explores the science of productivity, and why managing how you think is more important than what you think–with an appendix of real-world lessons to apply to your life. at the core of smarter faster better are eight key productivity concepts–from motivation and goal setting to focus and decision making–that explain why some people and companies get so much done. drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics–as well as the experiences of ceos, educational reformers, four-star generals, fbi agents, airplane pilots, and broadway songwriters–this painstakingly researched book explains that the most productive people, companies, and organizations don't merely act differently. they view the world, and their choices, in profoundly different ways. a young woman drops out of a phd program and starts playing poker. by training herself to envision contradictory futures, she learns to anticipate her opponents' missteps–and becomes one of the most successful players in the world. a group of data scientists at google embark on a four-year study of how the best teams function, and find that how a group interacts is more important than who is in the group–a principle, it turns out, that also helps explain why saturday night live became a hit. a marine corps general, faced with low morale among recruits, reimagines boot camp–and discovers that instilling a "bias toward action" can turn even the most directionless teenagers into self-motivating achievers. the filmmakers behind disney's frozen are nearly out of time and on the brink of catastrophe–until they shake up their team in just the right way, spurring a creative breakthrough that leads to one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. what do these people have in common? they know that productivity relies on making certain choices.

The groundbreaking exploration of the power of empathy by renowned child-psychiatrist bruce d. perry, co-author, with oprah winfrey, of what happened to you? born for love reveals how and why the brain learns to bond with others–and is a stirring call to protect our children from new threats to their capacity to love." empathy, and the ties that bind people into relationships, are key elements of happiness. born for love is truly fascinating." — gretchen rubin, author of the happiness project – from birth, when babies' fingers instinctively cling to those of adults, their bodies and brains seek an intimate connection, a bond made possible by empathy–the ability to love and to share the feelings of others. – in this provocative book, psychiatrist bruce d. perry and award-winning science journalist maia szalavitz interweave research and stories from perry's practice with cutting-edge scientific studies and historical examples to explain how empathy develops, why it is essential for our development into healthy adults, and how to raise kids with empathy while navigating threats from technological change and other forces in the modern world. – perry and szalavitz show that compassion underlies the qualities that make society work–trust, altruism, collaboration, love, charity–and how difficulties related to empathy are key factors in social problems such as war, crime, racism, and mental illness. even physical health, from infectious diseases to heart attacks, is deeply affected by our human connections to one another. – as born for love reveals, recent changes in technology, child-rearing practices, education, and lifestyles are starting to rob children of necessary human contact and deep relationships–the essential foundation for empathy and a caring, healthy society. sounding an important warning bell, born for love offers practical ideas for combating the negative influences of modern life and fostering positive social change to benefit us all.