Abstract
Studying for a doctoral degree can be an exciting, invigorating and ultimately satisfying process but
equally it can be a long, arduous, frustrating and lonely journey. In this article I speak of my own
experience of the process and offer some thoughts about the 'what, why, when and how' of studying at
this level. I consider the excitement of developing your own ideas and project alongside the challenges
inherent in doctoral level study, such as coping with uncertainty and rarely having a sense of closure, and
I offer some practical challenges to help you decide whether doctoral study is for you.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 18-20 |
| Journal | The Practising Midwife |
| Volume | 20 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2017 |
Keywords
- Education