How much do PhD Students make? | London PhD Student Budget

[@tèmíkeita]

SO few people in the UK (Compared to the US) discuss the actual details of their PhD Stipend and how they make it work. Thank you for doing so! Because it truly...is not a lot. Also skin and hair is 🔥 and I cannot get enough of the dulcet tones of your accent :)

[@NerdToFit]

That is so true! There’s isn’t a lot of transparency about funding in the UK. I hope this helps others who are planning to do a PhD. Because In my first year I struggled quite a bit. I was coming off of a different scholarship for my MSc that was very generous and although I moved to an apartment that was £300 cheaper , I barely had money for emergencies. But we make it work. Thank you for the compliment ☺️☺️

[@AfiizHairuddin]

I love the transparency and the details! thank you for this!

[@jutravas]

Amazing! Bear in mind this has changed a lot from when she posted. Rent is way above that now, and so are groceries.

[@cn8650]

I came running to see this! Thank you Maria for the transparency although I’m in the same boat as being a fully-funded PhD student, this is going to help so many! 💜 I remember the stipend at UCL being far lower than KCL and Imperial for sure! But for sure depends on the department and school! But as you said it’s all about the process and you learn to do with what you have and become incredibly innovative with the budget. It must be a further struggle for those getting stipends every quarter 🙈

[@NerdToFit]

I really hope it helps others 💕🙏🏽. It does vary quite a lot. And it’s interesting to hear you mention the difference between 3 London universities as well. I usually get my stipend quarterly! I forgot to mention that. Omg that just reminded me of the end of my first year when I had to move apartments and my deposit was tied up in one apartment and I had to pay a deposit + first month’s rent for the new apartment. Needless to say how much of a struggle that was... We surely come out of the PhD with a lot more than just the degree. So many lessons

[@lt4209]

Hi. Im a student of Mba at University of Leeds. Is there any funded opportunity for phd in business studies? Please guide. Thanks

[@fdoctor79]

This was great! After the tuition and fees, my monthly stipend barely covers my expenses. Thank God for family! Additionally, depending on your major/specialization and school it can determine how much of a stipend you receive. Currently, my program offers grants and fellowships along with graduate assistant and mentor positions. Yet in still, I am online and many of my colleagues work while pursuing their degree. Tfs

[@NerdToFit]

It’s tough and having the financial burden while undertaking an already challenging degree can put a big mental and emotional strain on you. The PhD can be such a lonely journey and add that financial strain where you feel like you shouldn’t go out so that you can pay your bills... it’s hard. But we learn so much from this journey right?!

[@yawsampenebuadu9918]

Valuable information. I needed this!

[@businesswithprofessort7967]

Really love your channel, keep shinning x

[@NerdToFit]

Thank you!!

[@mohadesehvahedi9138]

Great. Thanks for your fantastic & useful information 🌺🙏

[@NerdToFit]

Happy you found the video useful! 😊

[@annag1755]

Very informative, thank you for sharing!

[@NerdToFit]

Thank you for watching

[@danielhdidouan]

Absolute Icon. I stan Courtnae.

[@sx3r952]

Thank you so much for this video!!! ✨✨🙏

[@bilishe1bk]

Thank you for this, very helpful.

[@neyalek5024]

Newbie here, just subbed and part of notification sqaud (Yay)! I start my phd in Fall 2021. Love your accent, where are you from? I've heard that PhD in the UK were unfunded. This is new information, so thanks!

[@laurenkennedy8210]

Thank you, this was so helpful.

[@carlsonnkwain2696]

I love the top!

[@NerdToFit]

Thank you 😊

[@NerdToFit]

Thank you 😊

[@marshajboyce]

Thank you for this video!

[@NerdToFit]

I hope it was helpful!

[@marshajboyce]

@@NerdToFit It was. Do you already have a video on the scholarship process you went through? If not, that would be helpful content as well!

[@NerdToFit]

@@marshajboyce no I don't but I will note the idea and try to do it :). Are you currently applying?

[@marshajboyce]

@@NerdToFit Looking into options at the moment!

[@NerdToFit]

@@marshajboyce best of luck!

[@ankitabhattacharya9131]

Very useful video. thank you!!! :)

[@Data_In_real_world]

Hello sir, I got sponsored PhD in Uk i am from India. My sponsorship will begin from 1st January 2022. And I'll start getting my stipend from 27th of January 2022 Do i need to show some funds to visa office for living expense for a period of 1st January to 27th January 2022.

[@Jihanshi]

Can you tell me your major? I am thinking of doing phd after 2 years , because currently I am doing my masters

[@aderibigbeadebimpe3354]

Thank you so much

[@AhsanAli-rp4ps]

Informative

[@erumalibhatti1218]

Hi Maria, thanks for this please make vedios on how to approach for PhD studentship

[@NerdToFit]

I'll try to as soon as a I have a bit more time on my hands. Are you applying for a studentship?

[@erumalibhatti1218]

@@NerdToFit yes I am searching for one that could be better choice for my research, my question is I have a gap of more than 10 years after my masters , working experience relative to my research, would that be fine to apply for studentship?

[@blissekalu]

Hi Maria, I've been a fan. Just followed you on IG,in due time I'd ask you specific questions about this topic

[@ursulafiorelanavarro2074]

Thank you for the nice video Maria! Is your health insurance also covered?

[@jutravas]

You pay a fee when you apply for visa, and then get to use the NHS. I payed 2,5k dollars in 2023, but it increased from last year.

[@audreyang6173]

another way is to seek for a local british sugar daddy/bf so that can save for rental fees and sometimes food as well (wink)

[@abdillahiosmanomar9612]

Any update for PhD income in 2024?

[@nataliversiani4428]

Hey! Are you Brazilian? I'm new here in your channel. I'm considering applying to an PhD at imperial college London. Is it usually hard to get a scholarship as a foreign student? Do they look at your student records from undergrad school or they just care about your masters grades? Is it possible to stay in London (working or studying) after you finish the PhD program? Can you become a permanent resident?

[@NerdToFit]

Hey! No I’m not. I’m actually from St. Vincent and the Grenadines. But I love Brazilian culture and food 😊 It can indeed be difficult to get a scholarship. But there are a few options. There are usually special scholarships based on nationality etc. You can check those out. I would say they assess all those grades. But it depends on the scholarship and programmes you’re applying for. They also really look for your skills such as research and time management, so it’s not entirely about the grades I would say. It is possible to stay. They’ve just started a new visa scheme that allows masters students to stay up to 2 years to look for a job and PhD students can stay for up to 3 years once completed.

[@vasanthimandapuram9856]

Hi Maria, I'm from India I'm pursuing my MBA n I Wana go for PhD in management so can u suggest me the best college in wch presidential scholarship is available?

[@fasikaalebel5045]

Hi maria, i have 1BSC, 1BA and 1MA degrees.how can i learn my PHD by self sponsor? 10Q

[@chantal9603]

Now that you’ve moved back to the island how has your. Urgent changed?

[@NerdToFit]

I assume you meant my budget? If so, luckily (thanks to COVID), I have been able to save on rent as I am not currently in London

[@chantal9603]

@@NerdToFit sorry never a good idea to type while on the treadmill. Yes that’s what I meant. Thanks

[@sagarshukla2934]

Hello Mam 💐How to get a Full funded PhD for international students

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