I have written previously about the need to avoid sending generic emails to potential grad school supervisors. How do you find the balance between the speed needed to secure a grad position that prompts you to send generic, almost spam, “Dear Sir” emails to potential grad school supervisors, and the time required to personalize an […]
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I remember my very first research proposal draft for grad school application. Today, I look at it and laugh real hard and ask myself, “Did you write this?”. The good thing is that we learn every day, and that is why I decided to share some practical ideas on ways to find research topics for
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In this ultra-fast information age, social media is the platform almost everyone uses for a range of reasons. It is not news that many organizations now use social networks to influence their hiring processes. It could range from advertising jobs on their social platforms to looking up candidates and contacting candidates directly. I will be
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I first came across this “resume twin” concept on an MBA admissions consulting website. A resume twin broadly refers to a successful applicant who has a similar portfolio or track record as you in a position you are interested in. The first question you want to ask yourself when you want to apply somewhere is,
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I consider the CV one of the most essential documents in a grad school application. That’s because it stands out as a required document in almost every graduate application, be it a normal graduate school application, an advertised position or direct contact with faculty, the academic CV is one document that is implicitly or explicitly
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When I was planning towards a PhD, I had many questions then, including “Why should I do a doctorate degree?”, “Is PhD right for me?, “What should I expect from a PhD journey?”, “what qualities must a PhD scholar possess?”, “How do I choose an institution?”.
In my last article, I shared some grad school application hacks, especially the pros and cons of direct contact with PhD Supervisors and applying to advertised PhD projects.
In this article, I will share my experience using both avenues and provide tips on how you can make the most of either.
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There are two main routes I have followed to find a position at a graduate school: direct contact to potential supervisors and applying for advertised projects in grad school. I will be discussing each of these categories with their pros and cons. Direct contact with potential supervisors for admission into graduate school Direct contact can
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In the past few weeks, we have been discussing topics centred around searching and choosing schools for further education. We have looked at how to search and choose a good Master’s program, factors to consider when choosing a school abroad, and the best countries in the world for studies. In this article, we will be
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Choosing a place to study abroad could be a daunting task. The permutation between universities, courses, and countries make it look like an endless search. However, some factors can help you narrow down your search. Here, I will highlight four (4) factors to consider when choosing a school abroad. 1. Program: matching career goals
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