How to Apply for a PhD
November 23 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
A free online webinar from jobs.ac.uk for anyone weighing up a PhD or getting ready to apply.
Whether you are still deciding if a PhD is right for you or are ready to start applying, this interactive session walks through the key steps, from exploring your options and finding the right opportunity to putting together a strong application. It is hosted by Chris Thompson, PhD Placements Manager at the University of Warwick, who completed his own PhD in 2019 and has spent several years supporting undergraduate, master’s and PhD students with their next steps.
What the session covers
- Thinking through the project idea
- Weighing up your supervision options
- Where to find PhDs
- Building a support team
- Writing your application
- Dealing with rejection
The session is not specific to dementia, but the advice applies to anyone looking at a PhD in our field. To get a sense of what comes after an offer, read our guide to the stages of a PhD, and for practical pointers on applying, see our blog on making your PhD application stand out. You can also browse the funded PhDs currently on our jobs board.
Booking
The webinar runs on Monday 23 November 2026, 12:30 to 1:30pm GMT, on Microsoft Teams. It is free, but you need to register through the Teams event page.
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