<P>This&nbsp;highly practical guide&nbsp;provides information that will help research students avoid needless mistakes. It informs and advises you about many of the important facets of postgraduate research, including:</P> <UL> <LI>what it means to conduct research at doctoral level</LI> <LI>the requirements for independence, contribution to knowledge, originality and suitability for publication</LI> <LI>planning a research project over a period of time</LI> <LI>responsible research practice</LI> <LI>criteria used in the examination of a PhD.</LI></UL> <P><EM>Getting a PhD </EM>is an essential handbook for PhD students and provides plenty of useful advice for Masters students or undergraduates conducting a research project.</P>