#Study Help

[painthropologist]

Writing a PhD proposal

So, you're thinking of applying for a PhD? The first thing you're going to need is a project proposal. I've been assisting a few friends with theirs over the past few weeks, so here is a breakdown of what you'll need.

PROPOSED TITLE. This should be clear and to the point. If you don't have a title, sum up the project in four or five words max. Remember, this is just a proposal, and may not reflect your later project (I changed my title later on).

SECTIONS. What these sections are varies from institute to institute, but generally includes a (very) short Introduction, Aims and Objectives, Methodology, Ethical Considerations, Research Questions (anywhere between 4-6), Funding, and a Proposed Bibliography (2-3 pages). You do not need an Abstract or Key Words (this may vary depending on the institution).

CHECK YOUR WORD COUNT. Different institutions have different requirements for their proposals. When I submitted my proposal, I was limited to 2000 words, not including bibliography. Some universities are more lenient. Be concise and axe any fluff; word economy is key as you want to demonstrate your background knowledge and research objectives.

SUPERVISOR(S). Identify people at your chosen institution who would make good supervisors. Email them directly with your proposal and CV, and write a bit about why you'd like to work with them specifically. It does help if you have read some of their work; if not, their research interests will be listed on the faculty page. Make sure that these interests align with your own, as these are people you will potentially be spending the next four years or so with.

If you are struggling to find a suitable supervisor, contact the PhD coordinator directly, and they can usually suggest some, or at least forward your proposal around the department. This is what I did at a couple of universities where I wasn't sure, and actually how I got my PhD position.

FEAR NOT THE LATE RESPONSE. Academics are busy people, and may take some time getting back to you. If you haven't heard back within ten days-two weeks, boop them (gently) again; they might have forgotten to reply or missed your email altogether.

That's it! I hope this helps any of you looking to further your education. Please bear in mind that this advice is specific to the Social Sciences (such as Anthropology). I cannot advise on what you'll need for other fields, so check university websites for requirements, or better yet, ask an existing PhD candidate or professors for tips.

As always, feel free to write in with any questions you may have, and I'll try to answer them. Best of luck with your applications!

[indianabonez]

accommodations i’ve had approved as an autistic college student

helloooo today i finally had a meeting with the disability office and have accommodations after 2 years of being in college without them. im autistic and have cptsd/dissociative issues and had a hard time finding what was even available to me to request for accommodations so i wanted to make a list to help anyone else who might be having trouble.

• Priority registration

i get to register for classes earlier each term to make sure i can create schedules that’ll work for my routine

• Extended time on assignments

self explanatory i think? was also offered extended time on tests or a separate room to take them but testing isnt where i struggle

• Flexible attendance

as long as i email beforehand i dont have to stick as strictly to professors attendance policies

• Alternative formats

if i buy a physical textbook i can request the ebook/pdf/audiobook for free to have multiple methods of studying depending on what works for me on a given day

• Note taking

allowed to audio record class and send to a service called messenger pigeon who will give me a transcript of the class and professional notes based on it

• Access to lecture notes

able to access professors lecture notes prior to class/instruction

• Devices

allowed to have phone/ipad/laptop for social buffering and notes in classes that may have policies against electronics

• Flexible participation

no cold calling, option to work alone for group projects/assignments, not required to present in front of class

if anyone has any questions lmk these are just what i have been able to get at my school so far! hope it helps

edit: this is blowing up so fellow autistics, students, language nerds, etc pls be my mutual i want friends lol my dms are also open any time !!

[duskfawnn]

any tips for studying for the ap world history exam? im looking specifically for tips regarding the multiple choice, although anything can help! im a strong writer so im not too concerned about the saq, dbq, and leq but often overthink the multiple choice and mix certain things up. if you can provide any tips it’s much appreciated 🤍 thank you!!

[mandyying]

studying is something I can do forever. there are days and months when I don't feel like studying at all. i procrastinate, I binge watch shows on Netflix, I cry, I get anxious but it's okay. you got to feel worse before feeling better. life isn't perfect and if there's no struggle then there's no fun. I'll continue to capture these moments and let the world know how I feel and accept it with open arms. idk who needs this but let me tell you bud, it's okay to feel however and whatever you feel. you're not alone in this journey. feel free to ask, say or write anything to me

[senchastudying]

I have a question for the greater Japanese language learning community.

What is something that you wish your learning materials would explain better/do better/differently? This could be anything you have found yourself going "Man I wish they did X instead of Y" or "Z would be so much easier than learning it like B." Anything at all. https://www.tumblr.com/new/ask/senchastudying Send them here or reblob this. Up to you.

Please reblob this so I can get a wider net of answers. Please and thank you. <3 Oh and happy October. 🎃

[thyion]

study community server on discord!

[alilystudies]

Shoutout to all other students stuck submitting essays over summer!

I’ve got a few to submit due to deferring them to summer after having the flu during the original submission period.

You’ve got this!

[wiststudies]

26 / 100 days of productivity

19th october

☆ progressed on physics assignment

☆ 9K steps

☆ studied with my friend for like 8 hours

☆ studied biology

☆ 4 liters of water

[fanfic-the-wish-your-heart-makes]

Gotham Characters' Reactions to the Reader Being Stressed Because They Have a Lot to Do Part 1

Reader: gender-neutral (without any pronouns) Warnings: mentions of illegal ways to get a good grade

Edward Nygma:

He's very intelligent, so if the subject is nothing too niche he will learn about it himself. You might think that he wouldn't find the time, but this man once rearranged an entire room of folders in his free time (much to Kristen's dismay), and he's ready to put in more effort for you. If you had to learn something, he'd love to quiz you by making small little riddles. .... "Almost. Do you need another hint? It ends with an e."...."Nope, silent e."

If all your time was taken up by your task, he'd make you meals or give you some dessert you like. Prepare yourself for a note on it, he'll write a related riddle on it.

If things get too far - that is, if you're too stressed, even if you mutter "I'm fine." - never leave your utensils lying around, because you will come back to find them gone, with him waiting for you, not giving them back before you answer the riddle, "You desperately need it to escape it becoming the verb that will happen to you if you don't take it, what is it?" You're too tired for this, "Please just tell me, Eddie." He puts his hands on your shoulders in a comforting way, and looks into your eyes, saying, "A break. You desperately need a break. You've been working for too long." Let's just say that he's good at hiding stuff.

Jim Gordon:

He's almost too good at giving you time and space. If you throw yourself into work, he'll do the same, and might end up having more work to do than you. However if your work overload was caused by someone, he'll have a word with them if possible. He'll give pretty much anyone hell, from the normal office worker to some rich guy from higher up. The only scenario in which he wouldn't call them out is if your boss was one of the big players...not that he wouldn't yell in Oswald's face.

Oswald Cobblepot:

Speaking of Oswald's pretty face, it would look very displeased if you of all people were being bothered with too much work. He didn't work his way up just to see that the people he cares about are unhappy, or in your case overworked.

He offers to let someone else do your work or bribe someone to change your results, that's just what he thinks of as a solution: the person he loves wouldn't be stressed out, which is the only thing that matters. Regardless of your decision, you'll be showered in supportive hugs and/or gestures, as usual. Your smaller tasks will be taken care of, and if the root of your work problem is someone, they will be intimidated.

[felic2q]

THE 3-2-1 METHOD

If you come home tired after school, here's a way to continue studying.

Take two minutes to do physical activity (dancing, jumping). This will help you to perk up.

Take two minutes to do breathing exercises. This will help you calm down.

Take one minute to prepare for and focus on your studies.

This method will help you to keep being productive and to start studying.

I hope you'll try it, good luck (◕‿◕✿)

[indianabonez]

would anyone want to make a study discord server with me? i wanna make friends and have people to talk to about school and share resources and stuff so bad and the ones i used to be in are completely dead

[princetofbone]

Study break ideas, because burnout sucks

Taking breaks is, arguably, the most important thing a person can do when studying. Nearly every piece of advice on the internet regarding studying talks about how important breaks are, but few give example of what a productive, useful break can look like.

Things that make a good break:

things that reset your mind, things that allow you to rest, things that need to get done but don't use too much brain power, etc. If your brain is working during your break, it is not going to be as useful as a break where you can just move through things without a thought.

Things that make a bad break:

Anything that uses your brain. While it may not feel like it, reading your favorite book as a break isn't great because you are processing and using that noggin. Being on your phone is extra terrible because you get the double dose of 1) using your brain and 2) instant gratification, which can throw off any motivation you had to study.

Now here are some actual examples of things to do on your break:

~ make yourself a snack

~ do your hair

~ wash your face/brush teeth/take a shower

~ go on a quick run (most people can run a mile in less than 15 min)

~ take a power nap (can be dangerous- make sure you have an alarm set + you don't get more tired after taking a nap)

~ clean your room

~ clean out your fridge

~ do a stretching routine

~ make your bed

anything that is purely physical will work well- get your body doing something other than sitting at a desk and your brain and body both will thank you

[mandyying]

probably going to delete the account forever cause being on the internet means I'm sacrificing my time and attention. the time I could use to study, learn and read. and I can't continue to do this shit. toodles y'all.

[yang-jin-seo]

Day 90 👩‍🏫

2024.6.1

📗: 문화디지털도슨트 활동 사전교육 날!

[study-core-101]

Argentinian Public Universities are in Danger!

Due to lack of funding, public universities in Argentina are in risk of closing. Over 2 million students are about to lose their access to free education.

Here is a link to a petition on change.org to help. It's just signing and it only takes five minutes!

If anyone knows more resources to help, please reblog with the links!