Postgrad Realities
Tools to tackle twists and turns of your PhD journey and reach the finish line
This module will look at managing expectations, overcoming feelings of self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and how to build a sense of success. Key learnings: Motivation, Self doubt, Fear of failure, The imposter syndrome, Procrastination, Building a sense of success |
This module will help you reflect on yourself and help you build relationships with your peers and your supervisor. Key learnings: Social connections, Personality types, Perfectionism, Competitiveness |
This module will help you reflect on your values and current activities. It will then prompt you to develop strategies to align any disconnect. Key learnings: Manage expectations, Values, Culture |
This module will help you build a mindset for managing your postgraduate research effectively, overcome boredom, and track your progress. Key learnings: Mindsets, Feeling left behind, Boredom, Identifying progress |
This module will equip you with practical tools to help you manage negative feelings you may experience during your postgraduate journey. It contains information and advice on how to grow more resilient. Key learnings: Stress and anxiety, Emotional resilience, Top tips for sleep, Actions for happiness |
Course created as a collaboration between University of Warwick Library and Wellbeing Support services, with input from current and graduated postgrads.
Illustrations courtesy of Nick Edwards (Warwick PGR student), animated-video production courtesy of Ben Scarborough, and Articulate Storyline production by Interactive Solutions.
© 2016, University of Warwick
Videos
Watch our videos for an introduction to the course as a whole and an insight into what each module covers, advice and tips on the realities of postgrad life: