Do’s & Don’ts For Thesis Work

The Independent has written some interesting ideas about completing Ph.D. studies. They list some do’s and don’ts that all students should be aware of whether in the Masters or Doctoral programs. You can read the whole article here.

Tips for managing your supervisor

• DO keep your promises
• DO make specific commitments and ensure that you honour them
• DO be keen and open to their suggestions and criticism
• DO plan regular meetings
• DO clarify expectations
• DO be honest about how things are going
• DO produce quality written work, not a sloppy first draft

• DON’T disappear without warning
• DON’T visit for no reason
• DON’T phone to have a casual chat that doesn’t relate to your research
• DON’T treat meetings as a contest
• DON’T be overly defensive
• DON’T fail to read what they have suggested you read
• DON’T miss your deadlines
• DON’T fail to hand in your work