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Joseph326 views

Is 50% of a standard work week sufficient for a part-time PhD?

I'm starting out on a part-time employer-sponsored PhD after spending a few years in industry. My employer has given me 50% of my usual work-week time - ie about 19 hours a week (flexibly scheduled to suit me, not a strict pattern)- to work on the PhD research work, with the expectation that the PhD is spread over double the full-time number of years. I know PhDs have a reputation for long hours - although I don't know to what extent this reflects the workload coming in fits-and-starts vs a steady workload; how much is down to poor student time management leading things to be packed in last-minute, and how much this reflects the workload *actually* being higher. Averaged over a year, how many hours a week is typically actually needed for a PhD? Is my work allocation enough, or do I necessarily need to put in outside-of-work hours to ensure I complete in time? If so, roughly by how much should I expect to need to put in?

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Aanjney555 views

How to manage studies for PG in MBBS and work during an internship?

I'm a medical student in my last year. From several people, I heard that internship is all about doing extrawork like a labour non-stop and you can't eat, rest or take a break.

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justin385 views

if my strengths are my patience and time management how can i achieve something in welding and construction??

im strong willed and interested in welding

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Alex1677 views

How can I improve my multitasking abilities so that when I focus on a specific subject, others don’t decline in quality?

How can I distribute my effort across multiple difficult subjects in school without sacrificing the quality of my work or understanding

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ty981 views

What progress have you made on checking things off your to do list? If you haven't made progress, why?

Hi I am a high school student I just very curious about this question, but I need to help about this questions.

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Jayen503 views

How do manage your time as a freshman who is also playing sports and ensure you are excelling at both?

I am currently a high school seniorand graduating in June. I have committed to a HBCU to play basketball and I was needing help with time management and excelling at both in the class and on the team.

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Nazareen420 views

How can I manage school, work, and sports once I reach college?

Well I am not really sur but I am hoping someone else can help me figure it our? >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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caroline588 views

Is this too many APs?

I'm an incoming junior trying to take my sport seriously and wanting to expand connection/experiences junior year with of course, locking in. For my schedule I originally put AP chem, AP psych and APUSH. I was considering changing my math to AP precalc considering that I have gotten high A's through highschool math courses-would it be too much to handle?

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Nora203 views

When I go to study aboard, do I have one year to learn that lenguage or its in base where I go?

Is there less time to study it, while I am in the university and learning that lenguage, I will have to stable my time right?

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Andrew344 views

How do I balance internships with other higher paying jobs?

I know getting an internship is necessary, but how should I balance that with a high paying former job? I need the work experience of the internship but also the money from the other job. If I don't get a ton of scholarships or grants, I will definitely need the money. Also, should I get a job or side hustle while I am at school?

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Daniel370 views

As a future civil engineering student, what things should i prioritize or focus on the most in college (Grades, Internships, hands on projects) in order to be successful in the future after graduating? Which would have the longest term impact on careers and what did you wish you focused on more in school?

I am a high school senior and I want to study and go into civil engineering, I know there are a lot of specialties in the field so I'm excited to learn more about them. I've shadowed a civil engineer which helped me understand the job more and made me more curious about the projects they work on.

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Zy'Aire221 views

What is something that you had to unlearn after starting college that you thought was important before? How did that shift your mindset?

I’m a senior planning to major in Social Work, with a strong interest in the medical field; specifically pediatric oncology. I’m curious about mindset shifts that happen in college, especially when it comes to things like grades, time management, emotional boundaries, or expectations in helping professions. I’d really value hearing about something you had to unlearn and how it changed the way you approach your work or education now.

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Adrian507 views

How do I get a head start in electrical engineering?

I'm a college student planning to transfer to a tech institute to study electrical engineering, but how exactly do I manage time and discipline for my career? Which skills should I put into practice, not just for engineering classes but for studying in general? Engineering is no joke after all.

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Kaitlynn217 views

Are there specific extracurricular activities in college I should pursue to enhance my chances of securing an engineering job when I graduate?

I am a high school senior preparing to start college in the Fall of 2026. I am majoring in biomedical engineering, but I really enjoy participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you.

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Yasmin464 views

What habits or mindsets should I develop now to succeed in a rigorous field like engineering #Spring26?

I am interested in pursuing a career in engineering but want to make sure I am building the correct habits early on. I am especially curious about the mindset and discipline needed to succeed in a challenging field, like engineering. I would also like to know ways to stay motivated and manage difficult coursework. As a first generation student in this field, I don't have much guidance at home, so I want to make sure I'm preparing myself efficiently. I would really appreciate any advice.

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Belinda130 views

#Spring26 Hello everyone!! I am a senior who is about to graduate and is a little nervous for college.I am a very huge procrastinator and i always do everything last minute. is there any apps or tips and tricks that can help me stay on track of all my classes??

I've tried checklist apps, I've tried setting reminders on my phone but nothing seems to keep me in the right mindset. maybe I just need to train my brain on time management.

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Mary217 views

What is the best way to get community service hours for transfer resumes?

I'm looking to transfer to UT Austin and I was told I need to get some community service hours for my transfer resume, I don't have a whole lot of time on my hands but I was thinking I could do some volunteering during the summer

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Ashley141 views

Study Habits for nursing school?

What is the best study habit for nursing school? Does it depend on the subject? currently working on pre-reqs and I feel like I'm struggling to find a good study method. I'm about to apply to nursing programs and I feel like I don't have an effective study method, what can I do? I've already tried taking the VARKS quizzes. #Spring26 #nursing

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drew159 views

What strategies can I apply to my own lifestyle that support the growth of my emergent brand while juggling studying responsibilities and work as a triple full time student

. I'm a third year student in the midst of a transfer trying to maintain my priorities

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Salter139 views

How can effectively using time management improve college and career life?

I’m a senior in high school who will be attending Georgia Institute of Technology as an Aerospace Engineering major, and I want to learn effective time management skills that will help me succeed in my major and future career.#Spring26

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Alexis515 views

What are some of you best study methods for majoring in Chemistry or Biology? What is your best study method for preparing for the DAT, and when to start preparing?

I'm a college undergraduate, planning to major in Chemistry with an end goal of Orthodontology or something regarding dentistry.

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Caleb131 views

How do you balance college, even part-time, with full-time work?

I am 40 and work full-time. I am going to college part-time. But I also of course have house chores, medical and dental appointments, and family responsibilities like spending time with my aging mother. How do you balance it all?

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Jacob557 views

How can I efficiently double major in engineering and theater?

I am a senior in High School, going to UCSD, planning on double-majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Theater. Any advice on study habits, course selection, and time management to help make that happen? I am very passionate about both fields and hope to create careers in both as well, not one career that includes both like tech theater or set design. How can I make this happen without burning out from taking so many courses?

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Carter198 views

How do I prepare?

How do I prepare myself for the stress of college and ensure I'm managing my mental health through everything this new adventure is going to throw my way?

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Carter261 views

What is the best strategy for finding and applying to as many scholarships as possible while still giving myself enough time to make a valid application for them?

I am a senior in high school. I am suffering from my choice to put off applying for scholarships and am now trying to apply to as many as possible.

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Manuella170 views

What advice would you give to someone who’s going into a stem major What do you do to keep going/ motivate yourself when an assignment or study gets hard? ?

Hello, I am a senior who is interested in major in a science degree.

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Brody265 views

What is the hardest part about classes for mechanical engineers?

I am a High School senior about to graduate and begin my secondary education at FSU. I intend to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. While I am excited to start, I am also somehwat nervous.

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Sebastian484 views

Why is it important to find out how to manage your time in college and find a good group to study with when your at a college, especially as an engineer?

Aspiring biotech or pharmaceutical career with a major in chemical engineering.

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Thomas167 views

Study Habits?

What are the best study habits for someone working a full time job with a family? #Spring26

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