The Doctorate Blueprint (EPUB)

by Alessio Malizia
The doctorate process can seem complicated and daunting in a young academic’s career. Whether you are starting your doctoral studies or planning your next steps, this guide offers clear, actionable advice for success in academia and beyond. The Doctorate Blueprint is a practical guide, designed to help graduates and young academics in science and engineering navigate the complex journey of earning a PhD. The guide takes a comprehensive view of the doctorate process and covers all aspects, from understanding research and choosing the right methods to writing a dissertation and getting published. The book also provides essential tools and advice on career planning, including how to write grant proposals and run a research lab. It serves as an essential companion for those beginning their doctoral journey, offering a clear roadmap from initial research to career planning beyond the PhD, with a focus on PhD candidates and advice for early-career academics with little to no experience supervising students.