Graduate Students : A Life of Choice: topic
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Why doing a PhD?
Maria Manioudaki
Monday, 29 October 2007 14:45 UTC
There is no doubt that research offers a lot of excitement, in the same time that it requires inspiration, dedication, effort and a power to overcome the difficulties.
Is the willing to live this excitement enough to begin a PhD course? What are the reasons that someone gets oneself into such a trouble? Is it the unknown? Is it the perspective of a future career? Is it the opportunity to gain knowledge?
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It seemed better than getting a real job
In all seriousness, most of us just really love what we’re doing. Sure, I could drop out and flip burgers for a living, or be an office drone, but instead, I’m working to unlock the secrets of life every day. How cool is that? When I get burned out, it’s helpful to take a step back and look at that big picture.
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Thanks Maria for posting one of the most provocative question.
I agree with Miller. I think everyone has different motivations to go to grad school.Some wants to improve knowledge, some enter because they simply like to explore the mysteries of the research,and many enter because of improving career prospects. But,i guess one thing that is common to all is: strong motivation and bottomless patience. I think if we don’t possess these two attributes, it will be difficult to finish grad school.
I guess everyone has different view on the issue. Why don’t share it here?
Cheers
Rahul
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