PhD Journey

Salam and Hi again…

Yesterday I had meeting with David, my PhD supervisor. Alhamdullilah, the discussion went well so far and received an effective and useful tips and advice from him as well. The discussions went on and on about my quality of writing and make my content more expansive. As I mentioned on previous post, I will share few experience about the truths of your PhD supervisor.

Enjoy your so-called '3 years research practical'. Enjoy and live your 'practical' journey to the fullest!!

Your supervisor’s ability.

Before you select and decide who is going to be your PhD supervisor, make sure you are select the right supervisor and he/she the one with you whom feel comfortable. Make sure that your supervisor is an experienced supervisor – check his/her profile and studies background on the website first because in the end of the day, you need a whole commitment from your supervisor and effective supervision through your PhD thesis writing completions. Gather information and ask questions before make your decision.

Don’t let your institution override your choice.

You choose your supervisor! And it is all about whom you feel comfortable for three or four years PhD journey. Inform your institution and give them rational explanations why your supervisor is appropriate with your thesis title.

Keep hunting your supervisor. Not waiting for them to email you.

I know it is impossible to find PhD supervisor with a strong profile – disappear, on sabbatical leave, etc. They are often declining your requests for meetings because too busy handling other projects, hunting for grants, attending conferences, travelling and all. But, don’t let them disappear for long time. Keep email and request if they are available for progress meeting. Don’t be scared. Just ask. Weekly supervisory meetings are the best! They are your supervisor – not man eater. LOL!

Don’t scare to ask. Your supervisor is your wise teacher and protector.

Your supervisor will protect you from ‘the system’ – ethical, annual report, monthly reports, presentations, progress meeting reports, etc. A good supervisor will protect you from the extremes of supervisory administration.  Your supervisor is your partnership! Your supervisor is the one ‘turbo change’ your work.