What is a phd and how do you get one?

Answer 1

a PhD is a post-graduate degree; a Doctor of Philosophy. You can get one in nearly any field. Most tracks require that you first attain your Bachelor's degree (4 year) and your Master's degree (2-3 year) before beginning a PhD program, but some universities allow you to skip the Master's step and go straight through. However, this usually makes your PhD program longer.

To get the degree, you'll likely have to sit through a comprehensive exam after you've completed your courseload. This will involve answering questions about your field - and it's difficult! You'll also write a dissertation about a subject in which you're interested. You'll likely have a committee of professors to help advise you through the process, which makes things a bit easier. Still, it's a lot of work, a lot of money, and a lot of time devoted. But for some, it's very worth it!

Look at your field of study, determine what you want to do with your career and what level of education you want to attain. Talk to PhD students in the field you're interested in and to professors in the department. They will be able to give you a more detailed idea of what will be expected of you. Good luck!

Answer 2

After you have done your first degree, you can study for another 3+ years, and get a PhD. You have to produce a thesis containing original research on your chosen subject.

Answer 3

A PH.D means a doctorate in philosophy in some specialized area of interest. For example PH.D. in Psychology means you are granted all the rights,privileges, and responsibilities that must adhere to. you must connect yourself in an ethical manner. Be honest when doing research studies. you must do no harm to participle your research studies, student's that teach, supervise, mentor and clients that are under your care. .
usually, you will need to earn a masters degree in some field- this can take two to 3 years before completing your degree. As for getting a PH.D; you will probably need to be in the top 10% of your class. Have excellent recommendations by your Professors, extensive work experience in your field .
finally, you need to complete a dissertation that you must defend in front of the dissertation committee. once you meet the committee's approval. You will be given your PH.D. However, it will takes between 5 or 8 to complete all of your requirements. it is a rather lengthy process that is very demanding! .

Answer 4

PhD means physician of philosphy. because that is the abbreviation for the Latin "Philosophia physician" so that is written as PhD somewhat than DPh! in addition physician of medication and surgical treatment is written as MBBS somewhat than DMDS!! Philosphers take lot of time to analyze and comprehend different recommendations,beliefs and theories proper to a subject matter so draw close in any field might want to be presented with PhD degree. yet pay attention of philosophizing anthing because that is a derogatory note!

Answer 5

PhD is the degree of Doctor of Philosophy and to get it you have to work really really hard and make a lot of sacrifices!

Answer 6

Ph.D. is Doctor of Philosophy.

You get one by studing for a number of years before writing a Thesis. The Thesis is then examined. To pass you have to demonstrate wide understanding of your field and have published novel research.

A Ph.D typically takes between 3-6 years. It takes "as long as it takes". It can be a real struggle to get finished!

Answer 7

You can find more about it at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ph.D

Good Luck!!!

Answer 8

she's right....hard work pays...