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Undergraduate: Pacific University, Oregon Major: BS, Biology Medical school: Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028 Bio: Eli Wisdom is an MD-PhD student at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) studying the molecular mechanisms of Parkinson’s Disease. He grew up in the small rural town of La Grande, Oregon, where he gained a deep appreciation for community and service and a fascination with the natural world. At Pacific University, he completed his degree in Biology while also playing varsity baseball. After graduating, he was as an Associate in Neuroscience at Yale School of Medicine for two years before starting an MD-PhD program. Outside of school, he enjoys competing in triathlons, camping, and spending time with family.
Undergraduate: New Jersey Institute of Technology Major: Biology & History Double Major Medical school: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Anticipated Graduation Year: 2031 Bio: Sreya Sanyal is a MD-PhD student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Princeton University. She is Bengali, and she aspires to become a laboratory principal investigator in the field of oncology. Outside of academia, she enjoys singing, cooking, going to museums, and lifting at the gym.
Eli: As an undergraduate student, I found my first biomedical research experience to be quite thrilling, and seriously considered pursuing a career in research. Medical school had surfaced as an opportunity, too, as I was deeply passionate about serving others and caring for the sick, but I felt that basic science research was the backbone of advancing clinical care. I first learned about combined MD-PhD programs during my senior year when I was taking part in a summer research program at another academic institute. I learned that in a dual-degree program, I could become rigorously trained as a research scientist and as a physician — and could do both in my future career. To learn more, I reached out to a few physician-scientists who shared how much they loved their careers. In the clinic, their patients and associated medical problems provided new ideas for exploration in the laboratory. And in the laboratory, the insights they gained could inform the way they treated their patients. Sreya: I’ve wanted to become an oncologist ever since I was 11 and my mother died from gastric cancer. When I shadowed hematologist oncologists in academic settings, I became more interested in their work in clinical trials and research. Entering college, I explored translational research through my undergraduate biomedical engineering lab experiences. As I met more people in the field of drug development and oncology, I realized that I wanted to be at the cutting edge of this work, but I still had the desire to see patients. Through a lot of soul searching and luck, I was able to embark on a career in medical research by pursuing an MD-PhD. Using my training as a physician-scientist, I plan to establish my own lab or work in other ways to improve translational research in the oncological space.
Eli: From my experience, rigorous training in medicine and scientific research prepares you best for a career in academic medicine. This often means working at a large teaching hospital, where you have an opportunity to conduct independent scientific research, care for patients, and teach students. While it can differ depending on the medical specialty or the individual, a typical physician-scientist may spend 80% of their time conducting research and 20% caring for patients. However, there are many other career paths available to MD-PhD graduates. Students may also pursue careers working for private research organizations, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, or government agencies. Sreya: In my experience as an MD-PhD student interested in oncology, I have a wide array of career options to explore. As a clinician-scientist, I can lead research teams and conduct studies in cancer biology, treatment approaches, and translational medicine. In these roles, I can also mentor students interested in my field, allowing me to advance scientific knowledge while shaping the next generation of researchers. Alternatively, I could directly impact patients' lives by increasing my clinical time spent as an oncologist, developing personalized treatment plans, and contributing to clinical trials. The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries also present exciting opportunities for me where I would be able to work on drug development, clinical research, or medical affairs, playing an essential role in bringing innovative therapies to market. With my combined medical and research expertise, I am well-equipped to make a meaningful difference in oncology through various rewarding career paths.
Eli: I attended a liberal arts college where students engaged in scientific research through 2- to 4-month long classes, which were combined lecture and laboratory experiences. Building on excitement from these courses, I pursued a summer research internship at a large biomedical research institute the summer prior to my senior year. I loved this initial exposure to working in a high-powered scientific research center. From working in state-of-the-art reach laboratories, to solving scientific problems in creative ways, and watching physicians bounce between research and patient care — I was hooked. Sreya: Before starting my current program, I had two significant research experiences. First, I worked in a lab that focused on creating materials for drug delivery in the field of biomedical engineering. We used special gels to deliver important substances to specific parts of the body, which had significant effects on the surrounding tissues, such as promoting blood vessel growth and blocking certain enzymes. I spent about ten hours a week for three years in this lab and contributed to three published papers.
Secondly, I worked at a research institute where I studied mice that were genetically modified to show signs of anthrax toxin exposure. These modified toxins could be controlled to specifically target tumor cells in the body. I dedicated forty hours a week to this research, and as a result, we have two research papers in progress for publication
Eli: Since I had played varsity baseball throughout college (which was impactful training in its own right), I had limited time for research as an undergraduate. So, I decided to pursue an extended research position before applying to MD-PhD programs. After sending several emails to laboratories across the U.S. and applying to many formal postbacc research programs, I took a two-year job as a postgraduate researcher at an academic research institute. During my time working on a project in a laboratory, I also volunteered at the connected hospital. This allowed me to experience what it was like to conduct independent research during the first part of my day, then care for patients in the afternoon. This experience only confirmed my deeply held passions for both medicine and science, but also exposed me to the challenges that both careers entailed. I felt much more confident in my decision to pursue a dual-degree knowing these insights.
Eli: Thus far, my favorite part of my training has been directly experiencing the intersection of clinical care and research. During the first two years of the MD-PhD, I was mainly focused on medical school courses and preparing for the first board exam. But now, as I am beginning my PhD, I am realizing how medical school has broadened my perspective. When I read research papers or craft a plan to tackle a hypothesis, I feel empowered with the knowledge I learned in my didactic medical school courses. For example, during one of my PhD research rotations, a scientist was having difficulty delivering a therapeutic to the brains of the mice they were studying. Immediately I recalled from my medical school courses how mannitol could be co-infused to transiently open the blood-brain barrier for drug delivery. It could easily be translated to this scenario. Similarly, my experiences with clinic patients have benefited from my MD-PhD training. Often, it can be as simple as the ability to explain to a patient or their family, the exact mechanism of a drug and the reason it could be effective for their ailment. Or, informing them about current basic science efforts in the field or current clinical trials they might be eligible for. As I advance further into my training, I am eager to see how clinical care and laboratory research can become even more intertwined. Sreya: I am very excited to learn new techniques and approaches to my field of interest. I am also glad that for MD-PhD students in my program, there is a huge emphasis on lifestyle and work/life balance. Many students in my program have become engaged, or married, and are starting families, while many medical students may feel pressure to push these milestones off. Being an MD-PhD student is a huge commitment, so I am especially grateful for all of the personal and professional support my program has to offer.
Eli: I wish I had known how important it would be to keep an open mind about the research topics that interested me most. I began the MD-PhD program with a rigid focus on a certain topic, thinking that it was the only topic that gave me real excitement. It was also the topic I was most versed in and comfortable in. But during my medical school courses, I was suddenly overwhelmed with several fascinating questions and problems that all seemed equally thrilling. It took a fair bit of mental wrestling with myself to broaden my own research interests and muster up the courage to explore a field I was fascinated with even if I didn’t have the most experience in it quite yet. Luckily, MD-PhD programs are usually quite supportive of students exploring new topics of interest and are eager to see you follow your motivations.
Sreya: One of the most important aspects to consider for MD-PhD students is the idea that this path is a marathon, not a sprint. There is a lot of temptation to overload on clubs, leadership, research, etc., to keep pace with MD colleagues, but in the long run, an MD-PhD is about the quality and depth of training. It’s important to build healthy habits, strong social relationships, and enjoy activities in a sustainable manner, since MD-PhD students have to do another graduate degree on top of medical training.
Eli: My advice is to accrue as many experiences as you can in medicine and research before applying. Through these, you can understand if pursuing both an MD and a PhD is the best fit for you, or, if you’d be completely satisfied pursuing a career with only training in one discipline. If you can, shadow physicians at both large academic hospitals and private practices. This can teach you if you’d enjoy treating patients daily and give you insight into how your experience will vary based on the setting. Seek out research experiences as early as possible. This may be difficult to procure, but having a longitudinal research experience that encompasses the successes and failures of science will inform you if this should be your future career. If you can, ask for opportunities to experience what it’s like to write a grant or an academic research article. These are not easy to write, yet they encompass a significant amount of time for professional physician-scientists, so, it is important to learn if you’d enjoy (or at least tolerate) the academic writing load. Lastly, don’t be intimidated by the amount time it takes to complete an MD-PhD. Yes, it is longer than most post-graduate training and takes up a significant portion of your early life. But it is a unique and worthy career path that is much needed in service to society. Sreya: My advice to anyone considering an MD-PhD would be to get both a variety and depth of research experiences. As a student, it’s very easy to continue down a path you already started, but you must try to explore before you commit to any one approach. MD-PhD programs appreciate students who know what they would like to research and the only way to discover this is to pursue broad research experiences. That said, once you find what drives and excites you, it’s important to stick with it and maintain good relationships with your PIs and mentors. It’s a small world among physician-scientists, so depth of work and networking will help you achieve and further your goals. Above all, remember that an MD-PhD is not necessary to do research as a physician. The goal of an MD-PhD is to provide the specific training needed to conduct research above and beyond what a physician alone can do. In this case, you must really be sure that research is fulfilling and allows you to achieve your career goals when applying to programs, as they will ask you about your aspirations.
Michael Foster | May 3, 2023
Your time before medical school is golden. It is a unique time to explore where your passions lie (both within and beyond medicine) and lay a strong foundation of the inter- and intrapersonal skills needed for you to be the best physician you can be. The best advice is simple: challenge yourself, be honest, and have fun! […]
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Since 2006, the NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program has grown to a population of well over 50 aspiring young scientists across 30+ U.S. medical schools each year. The NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program is designed to encourage the success and development of students pursuing a future as physician-scientists in basic and translational biomedical research. The program fosters innovative and interdisciplinary PhD partnerships in an accelerated setting with a completion time of approximately four years. Scholars enrolled in this program have the opportunity to take advantage of the unique resources available at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the NIH Clinical Research Center and the many options for collaboration provided by the NIH Graduate Partnerships Program (GPP).
There are opportunities available for students who have just finished their Bachelor’s degrees and are looking to apply to medical school and students who will begin medical school this fall.
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The first step in the application process is to determine whether you are eligible for the NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program. The second step is to identify which of the two tracks apply to you. More detailed information about eligibility requirements and the application process is listed on the individual track pages.
Choose Track 1 if you plan on attending medical school BEFORE you begin PhD research
Have you already started medical school? If so, you are a Track 2 applicant.
Choose Track 3 if you don't plan on attending medical school BEFORE you begin PhD research
Now in its 16th year, the NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program has grown to a population of well over 50 aspiring young scientists at 35 U.S. medical schools. We can proudly admit the current cohort of NIH MD/PhD Scholars are involved in some of the most cutting edge biomedical research endeavors being conducted in the world.
The MD/PhD Program leadership want to ensure that you have a place to get the information that you need. Please review the below information for resources to help you navigate through your training.
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The NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program (OxCam) can accommodate students seeking combined MD/PhD training for a career as a physician-scientist. Students admitted to the NIH MD/PhD Partnership Training Program conduct research in the NIH intramural research program as part of a coordinated plan of dual-degree training with a U.S. medical school. Students may combine medical school training with the NIH OxCam PhD program via one of two academic tracks.
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The PhD options in biomedical engineering are highly interdisciplinary in nature involving faculty at Purdue's Colleges of Engineering, Science and Veterinary Medicine on the West Lafayette campus. Doctoral program students work towards translating discoveries into effective medical products. These programs span modern biomedical engineering and build on a deep history of research that has had significant industrial and clinical impact.
The field-defining collaborative Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) was initiated in 2008 to educate the next generation of physician-engineers through integrated MD and PhD training. It continues to garner recurring National Institutes of Health funding and significant accolades. The program sets the trends in academic medicine and industry as to how advanced technologies and approaches can optimally improve patient care and clinical outcomes. It is for students committed to a career that intimately integrates engineering design and translational research with clinical care.
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Students earning this degree gain firsthand knowledge of medical technology innovation and strategies for clinical translation. They will strengthen their ability to pursue medical research, to facilitate clinical testing of new therapies, and to collaborate effectively with the biomedical industry.
Launched in 2018, the Auditory Neurosciences Training Group (ANTG) offers a training program at the intersection of auditory neuroscience and innovation technologies, such as neuroimaging, stimulation devices, electrophysiology and mathematical modeling. The program targets a highly diverse cadre of doctoral students for translational research in speech and hearing science and technologies.
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All we know and hear is that Learning is a continuous journey. The saying “Keep learning till our last breath” captures this well. Formal education usually peaks with a Doctorate in your field. However, many Doctorate holders continue their education with post-doctoral courses.
Choosing higher education, like a PhD Program, is a personal decision. Postgraduate students pursuing a Doctorate have various motivations.
This article addresses questions such as: What is an Online PhD Program? How does one obtain an Online PhD Degree? Why pursue an Online Doctorate Degree? It also explores if you can achieve a Doctorate Degree Online. The answer is ‘Yes.’ Let's dive deeper into these aspects.
You must fulfill the mentioned eligibility criteria to apply for a PhD Program:
A Doctorate Degree is the highest academic qualification in any field. This includes areas like Psychology, Engineering, Computer Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Bio-Sciences. A Doctorate program usually takes four years of full-time study.
Doctorates contribute new knowledge to their field or improve existing systems. With more students aiming for dream careers and higher qualifications, the demand for Doctorate degrees is rising. This trend is also seen among students in Africa who want to build specialized careers. In today's world, Doctorate degrees are more relevant than ever.
To become a doctorate you need a master’s degree with a minimum mark of 50-55 percent from a government-recognised university. Moreover, you also need to take an entrance exam which is later followed by the personal interview round. Once you complete PhD program you will become a doctorate.
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Doctorate degrees are mainly for those who want careers in academics or research but you should know that your degree is not only useful to build an academic career but it is also useful in making you a manager in a top organization as it is believed that people having doctorate degree are experts in their fields as they have advanced knowledge and are fond of research and having research skill attract more recruiters and increases your chances of getting placed at top organization.Recently, more students aiming for industry jobs are also pursuing a doctorate.
Different postgraduates have different reasons for this. Here are some important ones:
1) Intellectual Curiosity: Many pursue a Doctorate driven by a deep desire to gain advanced knowledge.
2) Academic Career Aspirations: Those aiming to become professors or work in top educational institutions often choose a Doctorate.
3) Career Advancement: Doctorate holders find numerous career opportunities beyond academia, including well-paying private-sector jobs.
4) Desire for Recognition: Some seek societal respect and recognition, which a Doctorate can provide.
5) Job Market Demand: Many pursue a Doctorate to enhance employability, as there are ample opportunities in the private sector.
6) Personal Fulfillment: The satisfaction and sense of accomplishment from mastering new concepts motivates many to pursue a Doctorate.
7) Expert status: Some want to be recognized as experts in their field and influence organizational and social decisions.
8) Career advancement and salary: Better job prospects and higher salaries tend to attract postgraduate doctoral degrees.
A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or similar research degrees focus on specialized study in a specific field. These programs prepare students for careers in academia, usually as professors or researchers.
Examples of research doctorates include:
No, there is no difference between these two both are doctorate degrees. A PhD, or Doctor of Philosophy, is one type of doctorate degree. There are several other types of doctorate degrees. Keep reading to learn about the main categories and how they differ from each other.
Just like there are different types of undergraduate and graduate degrees, such as a BA versus a BS, or an MBA versus an MPA, doctoral degrees are also divided into categories.
There are two main types of doctorate degrees:
Let's compare and contrast these two types of doctorate degrees.
Professional doctoral degrees, also known as terminal or applied doctorates, focus on practical problem-solving rather than research and analysis. These degrees are crucial for certain careers and these degrees are specially designed for working professionals.
They can opt for these degrees to advance their career and to add a “Dr” title before their name. For example, to become a lawyer, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree along with passing the bar exam. Here are four more examples of professional doctorate degrees:
This category includes a Doctor of Philosophy or PhD degree, it covers many fields such as economics or psychology. For example, a Doctor of Arts (DA) is actually a form of PhD. Moreover, once you complete the program you can add a “Dr” title before your name and it also signifies that you are an expert in your field.
Here are four other examples of PhD degrees:
Unlike professional degrees like the JD or DPH, the PhD is research-based. It focuses on transferring new knowledge or ideas through a student’s thesis. This is why PhD programs are called "doctor of philosophy", even though they are not related to philosophy.
Here are the basics of getting a doctorate and what to do in each category:
Following all these steps is very important as these steps help you in obtaining your doctorate degree:
Step-1:You Need To Complete Your Undergraduate (Ug) And Post Graduate (Pg) Degree
You can find various universities that offer you a PhD program. Some of the top universities offering a PhD program are mentioned below:
Some of them are mentioned below:
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The time required to complete a doctorate varies, generally from three to eight years. The exact time depends on several factors:
All of these factors influence how long it will take to complete your doctorate.
Moreover, if you opt for an Online DBA program, you can complete this doctorate program in a minimum of 3-5 years. Moreover, you do not have to even quit your job to pursue it. Furthermore, you can even visit the country if you want as many universities offer you weekly campus immersion in which you can even visit the campus for weeks and can experience the joy of the place.
Demand for doctoral degrees is increasing as industries demand specialist skills and advanced research skills. According to the U.S. and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in physician-staff-level jobs is expected to grow by about 13% between 2016 and 2026. This is faster than growth in all industries, especially healthcare, education, and technology.
A doctoral degree brings new challenges and puts you at the forefront of research in your field. Financially, it can qualify you for high-paying, unique positions and help you stand out from other job seekers. So, how much can you earn to get a doctorate?
Statistics from the U.S. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that a doctorate is associated with higher earnings. According to the BLS, the average weekly wage for doctoral degree holders is about $1,900 ( Rs.158755).
By comparison, master’s degree holders earn about $1,570 (Rs.131181) bachelor’s degree holders about $1,330 (Rs.111128), and associate degree holders about $960 (Rs. 80213). While earning a doctorate requires a significant investment in your education, it provides a practical return in increased lifetime earning potential, especially if you qualify for income that will be used to help you or financial aid.
Employment for PhD candidates depends on their specialization. The PhD program offers various specializations with different career profiles. Some examples include: including PhDs in Management, PhDs in the Arts, PhDs in Engineering, PhDs in Medicine, PhDs in Legal Studies, etc.
The details are mentioned below:
PhD Specialisations and Career Options
Various PhD specializations and their respective salaries are listed in the table below:
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Law | PhD Legal Studies | Rs 2,00,000 – Rs 13,00,000 |
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Engineering | PhD Biomedical Engineering | Rs 3,00,000 – Rs 15,00,000 |
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Medical | PhD Neuroscience | Rs 4,00,000 – Rs 11,00,000 |
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Management | PhD Human Resource Management | Rs 4,00,000 – Rs 12.00,000 |
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Science | PhD Chemistry | Rs 4,00,000 – Rs 14,00,000 |
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Mathematics | PhD Mathematics | Rs 3,00,000 – Rs 10,00,000 |
Earning a doctorate offers many career advantages. Here are some of the benefits:
There are various challenges faced by the students who enroll in a PhD program. Some of them are mentioned below:
Supervisor Issues
A good relationship with your supervisor is key to your PhD's success. However, problems can arise:
If issues persist, consider changing your supervisor.
If you are searching for options to get a doctorate without doing a PhD program, then you can opt for its alternative and the best alternative of a PhD is DBA. It stands for Doctor of Business Administration and it is also a doctorate program and adds up the “Dr” title before your name.
Moreover, you can even opt for an Online DBA, it will be a perfect alternative for you if you want to get your doctorate without doing PhD and without even quitting your job.
Moreover, the biggest advantage of choosing an Online DBA is you can earn your doctorate degree from an international faculty and without even relocation to another country.
Furthermore, in a PhD program, you do not get an opportunity to learn from an international faculties but in an online DBA, you will get this opportunity to learn from an international faculty who have years of experience and published their work in top journals they will guide you to publish your papers too.
Various universities offer you an Online DBA, some of them are mentioned below:
There is one more option for you to get your doctorate and that is a Ph.D. for working professionals. This program is specially designed for students who want to do a PhD program but are unable to quit their jobs.
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You can opt for this program and can get your doctorate without even quitting your job. Moreover, you can easily attend classes in the evening or classes conducted on the weekend to understand everything clearly.
I would like to tell you that there is no easy way to get your PhD. PhD is not an easy task it is a lengthy process. First, you need to take an entrance exam which is followed by the personal interview round and if you pass the interview round only then you will admitted to the university.
Moreover, doing a PhD is not easy as it is focused on research, and doing research becomes difficult for one who is not interested in research, so if you are someone who only wants to get recognized by the “Dr” title and does not want to do a PhD, you must opt for an Online DBA program, it is also a doctorate program and adds up the “Dr” title before your name.
The syllabus for PhD entrance exams is based on the candidate's chosen specialization. It majorly includes topics from their UG and PG courses. Many universities also conduct an interview round for PhD admissions in 2024.
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Are you also a working professional looking to advance your career and have relevant working experience then you must opt for a DBA program. These doctorate programs are specially designed for people who are working and can not quit their jobs and who want to advance their careers.
By opting for a DBA program you will be able to advance your career and will be able to get recognized with a “Dr” title just like to get recognized with a “Dr” title after completing PhD program. Moreover, you can opt for an Online DBA program, if you choose an Online DBA, you will be able to earn your doctorate degree from an International university without even relocating to another country.
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Furthermore, you get an opportunity to learn from international faculties who have years of experience and have published their work in top journals so they can guide you better. One of the biggest advantages of choosing an Online DBA program is, that you do not have to take any entrance exam, International universities offer you direct admission if you fulfill the eligibility criteria.
The PhD in Psychology is a three-year program that leads to a doctorate and opens up many opportunities in medicine and academics. This doctoral degree focuses on medical science and research projects, making it ideal for students interested in a field of study or research.
For a PhD in Psychology, you need a Masters Degree in Psychology with at least 55% marks from a recognized university. Admission may be based on entrance examination or performance. Course fees range from Rs 20,000 to Rs 2 lakh.
Some of the top universities offering this program in India include Amity University, Lady Sri Rama College for Women, and Madras Christian College. With a PhD in psychology, one can become a professor at leading universities in India and abroad, work as a trained psychologist, and become a researcher and researcher in the field of psychology.
Psychology is a vast field with many specialized fields for students to explore and research. Advanced psychology courses help students develop deeper knowledge and are trained to share this information effectively. These courses can improve job performance and improve relationships.
Understanding psychology leads to better human relationships. With mental health on the rise, it is increasingly important for professionals such as counselors, therapists, and psychologists to help those in need.
Here are the top reasons why you should pursue a PhD in psychology:
A Doctorate is the highest academic qualification in any field. This includes areas like Psychology, Engineering, Computer Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Bio-Sciences. A Doctorate program usually takes four years of full-time study. Doctorate degrees are mainly for those who want careers in academics or research but you should know that your degree is not only useful to build an academic career but it is also useful in making you a manager in a top organization as it is believed that people having doctorate degree are experts in their fields as they have advanced knowledge and are fond of research and having research skill attract more recruiters and increases your chances of getting placed at top organization.
⭐ how long does it take to get a doctorate.
On average, a Ph.D. can take up to three to five years to complete.
Here are the steps to getting a PhD:
No, a Ph.D. is an academic degree, while a doctorate can be academic or professional. A Ph.D. is highly theoretical and research-focused. A professional doctorate is practical and applies research to specific professional settings.
It's very rare but possible. A few students finish their Ph.D. in two years, and some elite students even do it in 12 months. The key is to have a strong academic CV before starting.
To pursue a PhD, you need to have completed a master’s degree in the same or a related field. Some colleges may also require an MPhil degree.
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A Doctorate is the highest academic degree awarded by universities in most fields of study. It involves several years of rigorous research, culminating in a dissertation that contributes new knowledge to the field. Doctoral candidates work closely with a faculty advisor to explore and answer complex questions, often pushing the boundaries of what is known.
Applying to a doctoral program is like applying for a job. This process requires more diligence and patience than applying for a Master’s degree. To stand out from a competitive pool of candidates, you must prepare a strong application that includes your academic achievements, any related research experience, and a clear statement of your research interests and goals. Be sure to demonstrate your passion, fit for the program, and your interest in RIT.
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For details on the exact application requirements for your program, visit the Application Details section on your degree page and thoroughly review the graduate application instructions page .
Identifying a potential faculty research advisor(s) and research interest areas in your Statement of Purpose for Research is important. It is not necessary to secure a faculty advisor(s) in order to submit your application.
Here are avenues for your research:
Align Research Interests
Ensure your research interests align with those of potential advisors. This alignment is crucial for a productive and supportive mentoring relationship. Review faculty members' recent publications and current projects to understand their focus areas. Visit the program page to learn about the current research for your program.
Use RIT’s “Find an Expert” Tool
Utilize RIT’s Find an Expert tool to identify faculty members with specific expertise. This resource can help you narrow down potential advisors based on your research interests. You may also want to use Google Scholar and search for RIT faculty.
Explore RIT’s Faculty Directory
Start by exploring the RIT Faculty Directory to find faculty members whose research aligns with your interests. This directory provides detailed profiles, including research areas, publications, and contact information.
Explore our Research Centers and Institutes:
RIT is home to a diverse array of research centers and institutes that drive innovation across various fields. These centers provide state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environments to support groundbreaking research. Explore our extensive list of research centers and institutes
Reach Out to Potential Advisors
Once you’ve identified potential advisors, you may choose to reach out to them with a well-crafted email. This is not required but encouraged. Introduce yourself, briefly explain your research interests, and express why you’re interested in their work. Attach your CV and any relevant documents. Be respectful of their time and follow up if you don’t hear back within a couple of weeks. Do pay attention if it is documented that a faculty advisor is not taking on new students.
Doctoral students typically receive full tuition and an RIT Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) or Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTA) that will pay a stipend for the academic year. There is not a separate application process for scholarship and assistantship consideration
Assistantships and Stipends
Research and teaching assistantships provide valuable experience and come with stipends that help cover living expenses during the school year, such as room and board.
Summer Support Some programs are able to offer stipend support during the summer. Eligibility for summer funding will be determined by the graduate advisor and/or program director.
Funding Throughout Program Funding throughout your doctoral program will depend on your satisfactory academic and research performance. Students are expected to fulfill their assistantship duties responsibly and make satisfactory progress towards their degree. It is expected that starting your second year, funding will be provided from your college either through a Teaching Assistantship or by your graduate advisor from external funds.
Student Fees Full-time students are responsible for both Student Activity and Student Health Services fees. In addition, RIT expects that all students will have health care insurance. Learn more about student fees
Timing and Distribution of Stipends
Graduate Research Assistants and Graduate Teaching Assistants receive a semi-monthly stipend payment starting a few weeks after the initial enrollment term. For U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents, no taxes are withheld at the time the payment is made. However, students are encouraged to file estimated tax payments quarterly. Detailed information about the timing and distribution of stipends will be provided by your academic department.
Financial Document Submission
Doctoral applicants are not required to submit financial documents as part of the application process. Focus on showcasing your academic and research potential without the added stress of financial documentation. If you are admitted, you will receive funding notification with your admission offer and international students who require a student visa will be assisted through the I-20 process.
Doctoral Student Association
The Doctoral Student Association provides an inviting environment that brings students together to encourage collaborative work. Doctorate students collaborate to produce high-quality journal publications and conference presentations in a friendly and encouraging environment. The group also provides information about professional and social activities to help produce well-rounded graduate students.
Learn more about the Doctoral Student Association
RIT Graduate School
The RIT Graduate School acts as a central hub, enhancing the academic journey for graduate students by cultivating a diverse scholarly community and offering robust professional development programs. This supportive environment, backed by dedicated faculty and staff, empowers students to excel in their research, scholarship, and creative endeavors.
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What is the difference between a doctorate and a master’s degree?
Understanding the differences between a doctorate (Ph.D.) and a master's (M.S.) degree program is crucial in making an informed decision. While a master's program typically focuses on advancing your knowledge and skills in a specific area, a doctorate emphasizes original research and developing new theories or applications.
Can I go from a Bachelor’s degree to a Doctorate? Do I need a Master’s degree first?
Yes, you can go directly from a Bachelor's degree (BS) to a Doctorate program. You are not required to get a master’s degree before pursuing a Doctorate. This pathway can be a strategic choice depending on your career goals and readiness for advanced research.
May I have an application fee waiver?
The $65 application fee covers the management and processing of your record and admission materials. If you are unable to pay our application fee due to financial hardship, we encourage you to carefully consider the expenses associated with graduate study before applying.
Is there a set GPA requirement for being considered for a doctoral program at RIT?
Admitted doctoral students typically have a GPA of 3.0 or above. If it is lower, you will not necessarily be eliminated from consideration. You are welcome to apply. The Admissions Committee will consider your complete application when making a decision.
Do I need to provide GRE or GMAT scores ?
Requirements vary by program. Refer to your doctoral program page or the deadlines and requirements table for details. For programs that require test scores, we do not state minimum GRE or GMAT scores. Official scores should be sent to RIT directly from the testing agency using Institute code 2760.
What are the English language test score requirements? As an international student do I need to submit scores?
An official score report for the TOEFL, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic exam, or RIT English Language Proficiency Test is required of all international applicants who are not eligible for a waiver. We do not accept letters from your college or university indicating "English proficiency" or letters indicating courses were taught in English in place of official English language test scores. We do not accept Duolingo scores. See the “English Language Test Requirements” section in the Application Materials section of the Application Instructions for full details.
Do I need to have authored research papers to apply for admission to a doctoral degree?
No, you do not need published research papers to apply for a doctoral degree. A majority of admitted students do not have prior experience authoring research papers. However, admission to a doctoral degree is very competitive, and having published research papers helps strengthen your application.
How many students apply for doctoral study, and how many are admitted?
Admission to an RIT doctoral program is highly competitive. The number of applications received and the number of fully funded opportunities are limited and vary from year to year and by program.
Will the stipend fully cover living costs in the US?
The stipend should cover modest living expenses (housing and food), fees (student activity fee and health services fee), and costs for books, supplies, and some personal expenses. However, each student differs in their preferred living styles and their relative expenses. Doctoral students are permitted to take on other part-time employment so long as it does not interfere with their doctoral work (international students are only able to work on campus, for a total of 20 hours per week including their research positions). On-campus opportunities can be found through Career Connect .
Do doctoral students need to have personal finances available upon arriving at RIT?
Though our Ph.D. is fully funded, students do need to have their own funds available for travel and arrival in the US and to get settled in Rochester immediately upon entering the program. Please be sure to keep this in mind as you consider applying and your finances. If admitted, your first payment/stipend would not be until a few weeks into the program, so you will need to have a foundation of funds available for housing and other living expenses before that.
Is funding throughout the program guaranteed?
Your full tuition and assistantship stipend responsibilities will be determined by your graduate advisor and/or program director. It is our expectation that you will fulfill your duties responsibly and make satisfactory progress towards your degree. Funding in future years will depend on your satisfactory academic and research performance. It is expected that starting your second year, funding will be provided from your college either through a Teaching Assistantship or by your graduate advisor from external funds.
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How to become an environmental consultant
What does an environmental consultant do?
Environmental consultancy is a field of work that focuses on using up-to-date knowledge and research in environmental sciences to advise on environmental issues.
There are several types of environmental consultants, depending on their area of work. These include those dealing with air , land and water quality consulting, waste management and recycling , environmental policy consulting or even work with renewable energy.
You will carry out different tasks depending on which of these fields you work in, but all environmental consultants share the broad aim of helping to protect the natural environment and minimise environmental damage.
Environmental consultants can conduct their work in a variety of different ways. For example, air or water pollution consultants/surveyors will spend time in the field surveying and auditing, and subsequently carrying out data analysis .
Meanwhile, others might directly advise businesses and other organisations on their energy usage, their management of waste and recycling responsibilities or on wildlife conservation.
Environmental consultancy thus offers a wide range of directions your career can take, as well as a large variety of working environments and responsibilities.
To become an environmental consultant, the minimum you need is an honours degree in a relevant degree subject. Such subjects include:
During your degree, if you develop a preference for which field you would like to work in, it can be beneficial for your future career to choose a relevant dissertation topic.
There is also the option of undertaking a degree apprenticeship to become an environmental practitioner. While a degree apprenticeship is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree qualification, the scope of the apprenticeship often isn’t the same.
Entry into the profession at a consultancy position with an apprenticeship degree only is quite unlikely, and you may need to gain extra work-based experience or additional qualifications to apply for environmental consultant jobs.
It is generally recommended to obtain a work-based placement in environmental consultancy during your studies. This is useful to develop skills and competencies within the job, as well as to build contacts and establish a network in the field.
Some universities may offer courses that have a built-in placement year or semester, while others may help to organise summer internships. In some cases, students may need to organise their own placements.
Additionally, students can enrol in graduate schemes offered by different companies, which will provide on-the-job training and education and will often result in full-time employment after a training period.
Many applicants for environmental consultancy positions have a relevant postgraduate classification in addition to their undergraduate degree, although this isn’t always required.
Once you become an environmental consultant, you have the option of obtaining a chartered environmentalist (CEnv) qualification (UK). This confirms your expertise in the field of environmental science and consultancy.
To obtain your CEnv, you must be registered with a professional body licensed by the Society for the Environment (SocEnv), for example the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA). You will then go through an application process, including a written application and an interview.
If your application is accepted, you will need to sign the SocEnv’s code of professional conduct and agree to undertake and evidence continuing professional development throughout your future career.
How long does it take to become an environmental consultant?
The time it takes to become an environmental consultant will depend on your chosen route.
If you opt for undergraduate education only, this will take three to four years depending on where you complete your degree. If you are studying in England, a bachelor’s degree takes three years, while in Scotland most degree programmes are four years long.
There may also be the option of undertaking a foundation year prior to starting your undergraduate degree, for instance if the qualifications you have aren’t satisfactory to start the course directly.
Within your undergraduate studies, you should aim to spend some time doing work experience. This may be built into some curriculums, while you may need to organise your own in some degree programmes.
If you choose to do a master’s degree on top of your undergraduate education, this can add one to two years to your studies depending on where you do it. If you opt for a PhD, this will take an additional three to five years to obtain, but most PhD candidates receive a salary.
If you choose the apprenticeship route, this will take three to six years to complete depending on the apprenticeship and achievement level you choose. On top of this, you are likely to need to undertake additional training and gain further qualifications to get a consultancy position later on.
A day in the life of an environmental consultant
Most environmental consultants work 9am to 5pm, so around 40 hours a week. It is unlikely that there will be a regular requirement to work antisocial hours or for on-call commitment, although the hours may sometimes be irregular, for instance if completing a field study.
Environmental consultants spend most of their time working in an office, although some proportion of their time may involve visiting clients. Some environmental consultants may also spend time in the field, conducting surveys and assessments, or making sure construction sites comply with policies etc.
Since some time may be spent out of your workplace to speak with clients or work in the field, you might have to travel between sites. As a result, some jobs require a full driving licence.
The work will generally be quite varied and will depend on what field you work in, the projects you are involved with and what stages those projects are at. Some of the things you may do include:
Within any of these jobs, you will need to make use of the communication, team-working and problem-solving skills you acquired during your studies and work experience, as well as the knowledge acquired in your training.
E nvironmental consultant: career options
There are a wide variety of subspecialties within environmental consultancy, allowing for a large amount of choice in what you would like to do. Some of the areas you could work in include:
These will come with different tasks and responsibilities, and if you think you might be particularly interested in one of these areas it is always good to try and gain some work-based experience.
Some environmental consultants, such as air/water/land contamination consultants or ecologists, might spend a larger proportion of their time in the field.
Roles such as environmental impact assessment or risk consultants will involve a lot of risk assessment and may thus also involve more fieldwork. Other specialties where fieldwork may be more frequent are sustainability, ecology and wildlife conservation.
Meanwhile fields such as environmental policy and environmental management systems will require a lot of work on writing policies and strategies, planning projects, creating environmental management systems and supervising clients’ adherence to these. In these fields, you will often need to develop a baseline knowledge of law.
Others, such as climate change and emission managers, will spend time figuring out green solutions for large companies or smaller businesses. These can encompass a mixture of office work and fieldwork, depending on the specific role.
Based on your prior qualifications and what kind of work you prefer, you can decide which area to apply for jobs in.
You can also dedicate time to research , and become an environmental or climate scientist. Some environmental consultants decide to take their career in a more academic direction, undertaking more research and teaching commitments.
Salary: How much does an environmental consultant earn in the UK and the US?
A graduate salary for a training position in environmental consultancy in the UK starts at around £22,000 and can go up to around £25,000. Salaries for consultants with two to five years of experience can reach £35,000 per year, and for senior consultants with five to 10 years’ experience, this can go up to £45,000 or even £60,000 in more managerial positions.
In the US, a junior consultant will earn around $67,489 per year, while a more experienced consultant will get around $88,668. This can change depending on your employer and geographical location.
There is scope to supplement this salary with freelance work or more managerial and leadership responsibilities. Salaries can also vary if you take extra teaching or research activities, or depending on whether you work for private firms, governmental organisations or NGOs.
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