Is it ever too late to do a PhD? Conversation with Professor David Stuckler

[@lisar9644]

I'm starting at PhD in Social Justice Education at the age of 49 while slowly concluding a 20+ year career as a policymaker with the Canadian federal government. I'm not entirely sure where this will take me, but I'm going to enjoy every moment of the journey. I'm doing this for me.

[@abe3999]

Congratulations! Are you getting a scholarship for this? Hopefully it doesn't hurt you financially.

[@struergymnasium]

What's Social Justice education?

[@JamesJoyce12]

If no one has a clue what your PhD is about then you are destined for a hard journey.

[@fnimat1]

Having passion for your research is paramount.

[@fnimat1]

I'm so glad that I came across this video this morning. I have been seriously thinking about getting a PhD or DrPH. I'm 51 and excited about all of the possibilities.

[@brettany_renee_blatchley]

Thank You!😌 I have entered my sixth decade and am five years into my second career in Systems Engineering, and close to finishing my MSSE at Stevens Institute of Technology. I've wanted to become a scientist since I was little and have been doing various forms of research (and development) as a central part of my work for decades. I would like to better understand my new engineering domain, and it's ripe for research. So, your suggestion of a _PhD. Through Publishing_ is intriguing and I will explore this possibility. Whether I actually pursue this or not, I have made it my goal to level-up my research game into doctoral territory. Blessings & Joy! 😌💜

[@jeffhatala7228]

I started by PhD at 42 and it was a fantastic experience. Didn't do as much research as I could have. But overall, I absolutely loved it. My wife is thinking about starting hers at age 50.

[@Sudhang]

Great Interview! I'm pursuing my second masters (in Computational Social Science) alongside my career of 12 years as a Software Engineer. I'm mulling going "all in" for the PhD and perhaps setting up a small consultancy service just to make sure I don't lose touch with the industry alongside. I really liked the idea of being an "active contributor" as opposed to just a consumer.

[@kelz3454]

I’m torn between Ed.D or Ph.D in Higher Education Administration as my primary goal is to work as an administrator. I am interested in teaching as well

[@lawstud1879]

WHAT FOR? I am unemployed 5 years after PhD in LAW - I am the author of 8 books, more than 1200 citations, 4 degrees, fluent in 4 languages, a lot of connections and I am unemployed person!

[@lawstud1879]

@@tinat.1042 But you are not a recognized scientist. This is entirely different situation. Before you get a PhD your value as an expert or scientist is very low. In my case it`s a waste of my time and potential. I have anough financial resources to have normal life but this situation looks strange.

[@ONEOFAKINDSISTAH]

@@tinat.1042I’m thinking of doing my PhD and your comment has inspired me. Thank you.

[@kelz3454]

Very helpful. I’m considering beginning a Ph.D in my late 40s as a career change from social work to higher education administration

[@ShiZu-e4p]

The phrase too late is so scary 😅

[@medfordhosts1758]

at 6:29 is he saying it's good when people pursue a PhD to unlock more funding and progress in their career path, or is that a BAD reason to pursue the phd? I'm confused. Because the question is "What are good reasons for pursuing a PhD?" and he answers with 1. genuine curioisity, 2. people who want to unlock higher paths in their careers -- but then says there are other ways of doing that ? I'm confused

[@JamesJoyce12]

If you're doing it too late, then it is a hobby.

[@darthregulus]

No

[@Quarantineism]

His oversaturated background is so irritating. It's like she is talking to god.

[@TheRenaissanceAmazon]

😂😂😂😂