Part 1: Foundations and Motivation

1.1 What is a PhD?

1.2 Research Ethics in PhD

1.3 Why Study a PhD?

1.4 Who Should Study a PhD and Who Should Not?

Part 2: Types of Doctorates and Applications

2.1 What is a Traditional PhD?

2.1.1 How to Apply for a Traditional PhD

2.2 What is a PhD by Publication?

2.2.1 How to Apply for a PhD by Publication

2.3 What is a Postdoctoral Position?

2.3.1 How to Apply for a Postdoctoral Position

2.4 Understanding Honorary Degrees: DD, DMin, and Others

2.4.1 How to Receive Honorary Degrees (e.g., DD, DMin, etc.)

2.5 Comparison of Traditional PhD, PhD by Publication, and Postdoctoral Positions

2.5.1 Comparing Honorary Degrees and PhDs

Part 3: Preparation and Funding

3.1 How to Choose a PhD Topic

3.2 Funding and Scholarships for PhD

3.3 Grant Writing and Research Funding Beyond Scholarships

3.4 How to Prepare Before Start Days of PhD Study

Part 4: Research Tools and Ethics

4.1 Using Technology and Tools in Your PhD

4.1.1 Technology Skills for Research Data Management and Analysis

4.1.2 Ethical Use of AI and Emerging Technologies in Research

4.2 How to Deal with Supervisors

4.3 Networking and Building Academic Relationships

Part 5: Wellbeing and Time Management

5.1 Common Problems, Issues, and Challenges in PhD Study

5.2 How to Handle Mental Health Challenges During a PhD

5.3 Work-Life Balance and Managing Stress During a PhD

5.4 Time and Project Management for PhD Students

Part 6: Academic Writing and Dissemination

6.1 Thesis vs. Dissertation

6.2 How to Write a PhD Thesis

6.3 Publishing and Disseminating Research

Part 7: Study Progression

7.1 Year 1: How to Study

7.2 Year 2: How to Study

7.3 Year 3: How to Study

7.4 Year 4: How to Study

7.5 How to Study Part-Time

7.6 Full-Time vs Part-Time PhD Study

7.7 How to Know Research Methods

7.8 How to Do a Literature Review

7.9 How to Do Primary Research

7.10 Academic Writing Skills

7.11 How to Prepare for the Viva

Part 8: Career Development

8.1 Career Planning Post-PhD