PhD Students Answer the Internet's Most Asked Questions | University of Manchester Edition

Modinat and Georgie are PhD researchers with all the answers! Day to day experts in Astrophysics and Chemistry respectively, we sat down with them get their perspectives on everything PhD. We covered the whole lot – from where your research stipdend goes (and how to get one) to what it’s like working at the forefront of exciting, but potentially volatile, science. The answers to your questions (and more) can all be found on this episode hosted by Science and Engineering at The University of Manchester. 00:00 Meet our researchers 00:24 What is a PhD? 01:28 Are PhDs difficult? 01:53 The difference between a PhD and a Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree 02:41 Scholarships and stipends 03:12 What do research grants cover? 03:42 Modinat’s journey finding a PhD supervisor 04:14 “I’m never doing a PhD” 04:58 Georgie’s journey finding a PhD supervisor 06:00 Explaining the specific science in your research 07:11 Working with dangerous materials 08:05 Are PhDs worth it? #phdinterview #scholarships #phdfunding About UoM Science and Engineering 👋 Explore exciting content featuring our students, graduates, and faculty members. From behind-the-scenes looks at cutting-edge research and field trips to inspiring stories of our graduates making a difference in the world, there's something for everyone. Join us as we showcase the vibrant life and groundbreaking work at the University of Manchester.