Mastering your theory and literature review chapters
In this collection of free guides, we’ll explain all you need to know about planning and writing effective theory framework and literature review chapters.
What to do if there is no literature in your discipline
Conducting your PhD literature review and worried about worried that there is no literature in your discipline? This guide is for you.
What is the purpose of a PhD literature review?
In this guide we explain the purpose of a PhD literature review and why it’s the most important chapter and how it relates to your research questions.
What is the difference between a PhD thesis literature review and theory framework?
Lots of students struggle to understand the difference between a PhD thesis literature review and theory framework. In this guide, we clear up the confusion.
Drowning in a sea of authors – How to be critical in a PhD literature review.
Don’t get lost in a sea of authors when you write your PhD literature review. Instead be critical. In this guide we explain how.
Wrestling an elephant into a cupboard: how to write a PhD literature review in nine easy steps
When I was writing my PhD I hated the literature review. I was scared of it. I thought it would be impossible to grapple. So much so that it used to keep me up at night. Now I know how easy it can be and I’m sharing my top tips with you today.
A Template To Help You Structure Your PhD’s Theoretical Framework Chapter
In this guide, I explain how to use the theory framework template. The focus is on the practical things to consider when you’re working with the template and how you can give your theory framework the rockstar treatment.
Eureka! When I learnt how to write a theoretical framework
The theoretical framework is so important, but so misunderstood. Here we explain it is in simple terms: as a toolbox.
Explore Other PhD Knowledge Base Collections
Nine collections of free resources to help you along the PhD journey
Mastering your theory and literature review chapters
In this collection of resources, we’ll explain all you need to know about planning and writing an effective literature review.
How to structure and write every chapter of the PhD
In this collection, we’ll walk you through each chapter of your thesis. You’ll learn what goes where and how it fits together.
How to stay motivated and productive
In these resources, we discuss the emotional challenges of doing a PhD, and offer tips to help you stay engaged and motivated.
Techniques to improve your writing and fluency
Writing’s not that easy. Here you’ll learn simple techniques to write more effectively and convincingly.
Advice on maintaining good mental health
PhDs can be lonely, isolated places. These resources will be useful if your PhD impacts upon your overall wellbeing.
Resources designed for non-native English speakers
Writing a PhD when English isn’t your first language. can throw up unique challenges. Here you’ll learn how to overcome them.
A free, customisable PhD survival pack
This free PhD Survival Pack is one of the most comprehensive guides to finishing (and surviving) your PhD.
A free one-page PhD structure template
Using this free PhD writing template, you can quickly visualise every element of your thesis.
Explore our back-catalogue of motivational advice
Each day we send out a short, motivational email to over 4,000 students. Here you can access the archive.