• Question: whats a PHD?

    Asked by year4abaddie to Alessandro, Angela, Claudia, Marina, Phil on 18 Mar 2013.
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      Marina De Vos answered on 18 Mar 2013:

      Nice question.
      Nice question.
      A Phd stands for Doctor in Philosophy. Obtaining this degree demonstrated that you are capable of independent research. In a science discipline this means that you were able to solved a scientific problem on your own. During your studies, you have a supervisor who helps you in identifying your problem and gives you guidance in your search of a solution to the problem that you have chosen. In the UK, a phd takes about 3.5 years to complete. At the end you produce a document which is called a dissertation. This dissertation is examined by two experts in your chosen discipline and you have to “defend” your work. You have to demonstrate the the work is yours and that it is of sufficient quality.

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      Claudia Krehl answered on 19 Mar 2013:

      And most importantly after defending your work you graduate and obtain your Dr title 🙂

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