The only title on the market written from the perspective of healthcare professionals rather than those already embedded in academia – provides real-life insights and advice
Written in a personal, conversational style – easy to read for busy healthcare professionals
Encourages self-reflection – how your values and background can inform your future research career
Tips for grant and fellowship applications, and how to persist beyond failure
Advice on time management, supervision and mentorship, work-life balance and how to meet your goals
Support for maintaining your physical and mental health from those who have been through it too
Interviews with a diverse range of UK nurses, midwives and allied health professionals who are either currently on or have successfully navigated the journey
SECTION 1 Finding Your Way in Doctoral Research 1 A Personal Journey 2 The Doctoral Process 3 Funding Your Way 4 Project Management 5 Supervision and Mentorship 6 Personal Development and Career Planning 7 Health and Well-Being 8 The Doctoral Parent and Caregiver 9 Academic Writing 10 Thesis Writing 11 Viva Voce 12 Celebrating Success 13 Paying It Forward
SECTION 2 Interviews With Experienced Healthcare Professionals Involved in Research 14 Overview of Interviews With Experienced Healthcare Professionals in Research 15 Undertaking a Professional Doctorate 16 Applying for Doctoral Funding and Learning From Experience 17 The Reality of Doctoral Project Management 18 Reflections From an Experienced Doctoral Supervisor and Mentor 19 Doctoral Development and Career Planning 20 Health and Well-Being From the Perspective of a Doctoral Student 21 Experience of Being a Doctoral Parent 22 Writing Your Way 23 Writing a Doctoral Thesis From the Perspective of an Experienced Examiner 24 The Viva Voce Is Your Time to Shine 25 Celebrate Your Impact and Success 26 Share Your Privilege
Janet Deane, PhD, MSc, BSc, MCSP, Associate Professor, Rehabilitation Science and Physiotherapy, School of Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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