HANDING IN MY PhD THESIS! | A week as a PhD student #27
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- Опубліковано 20 січ 2018
- We did it. We got a thesis written. Now it's time to hand it in! There are just a few teething problems along the way...
To see where and how my mic got wrecked: • WRESTLING ON FIRE?? | ...
Thank you so much to everyone for being a never-ending source of motivation and encouragement for me. I really mean what I say at the end - your support helped me get through the tough and tiring times of the thesis. So this one is dedicated to you all in the audience. Apologies to those of you that liked the beard though :P Particular thanks must also go to Pixelgirl and to Imogen for their help with this vlog. I love you both, in entirely different ways.
Next time will be a similar vlog about my time in New York with UA-cam... and snow!
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- That's Life by ProleteR
- Sea of Doom by Doug Maxwell
- Majestic Hills by Kevin McLeod
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- The Misfit Song by ProleteR
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Filmed on my Canon 80D: bit.ly/simonvlog80D
Editing done in Premiere.
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I am Simon, a fourth year PhD candidate at the University of Exeter. I upload videos on bits of science which are relevant to what I do, and sometimes just because they're really cool.
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to do calculate
to do calculate
do calculate to
to do calculate!!!!!!
To make it count ... :)
lol nice one.
Shame about the mic but I still really like this vlogging style! It's the kind that I have used since I find it easier than talking to the camera on the go
I smiled through the entire vlog. Good job on your thesis.
Simon, I thought your style of vlogging in this video was your best style yet. It is similar to a documentary where clips are shown amidst commentary, but you accomplished it in such an interesting and fun way. I'm almost glad your microphone died because it meant that you had to adopt a new style, a style that was fresh and deserving of your final week as a PhD student. Very well done.
It's bad to go weeks without offloading and editing footage? I feel attacked.
**triggered**
Pretty ballsy move to show attempted murder in a youtube video. This will get demonetized for sure! That puny razor had no chance against me!
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Simon's Beard c
Hey, this narrated vlog was awesome for a change of pace! You should do one of these every once in awhile! Congrats!
I think I may have to, based on the comments!
Damn, congratulations Simon! Watching you back when i was doing my GCSEs and now being a first year undergrad student, its amazing seeing your accomplishments from being an Oxford undergrad to handing in your PhD thesis! :D
For those wondering, it'll be easy to tell when/whether he's been granted a PhD because the video notification won't be 'Simon Clark uploaded a new video' but instead will be 'Dr. Clark uploaded a new video'.
+seviper283 you know it 😎
If the only rule of a thesis beard is that you don't shave before you hand in, why did you shave one day before? Were you trying to catch me off guard?
I knew you were too powerful to tackle head-on!
Bamboozled again!
LMAO
It’s nice to see a vlog that doesn’t fit in with the ‘normal UA-cam style’ this was like a breath of fresh air and it was really enjoyable
So happy for you Simon! Thanks for taking us on this journey with you :) Loved how you edited this vlog with the footage you had!
Ever since I discovered your channel last year, your videos propelled and motivated me through my last year of high school and my first year (so far) of my astrophysics undergrad! Sometimes when I don't feel like studying, I think of you working away on your thesis, and that often gets me right going again. So, congratulations, you truly deserve this, thank you for all you've done so far, and I can't wait to see what you come up with in the future!
Congratulations! You really deserved this! You have been an inspiration for me for quite a long time now, I'm so happy to see you've finally handed in.
Congrats Simon well deserved! It is a credit to all your work through the past few year. Good luck with your Viva and cant wait to see your next adventure with UA-cam!!!!
I quite like this format
Congratulations Simon! This is so amazing. You are absolutely inspiring yet still so down to earth and humble!!
Congratulations! I absolutely loved this vlog. Not just because it involves you finally handing in your thesis, but also because of the format. Great way to solve the audio issue and sort of fitting since it's the culmination of the series. I can't wait to see how this channel evolves now that you're a full-time video maker. Thank you for letting us follow along on your PhD journey.
Simon/Pixelgirl are so lovely together. Congrats dude on handing in!! You'll definitely do well for your vivo!
Congratulations, well done!!! :D As someone who's just started their PhD I've found this series very reassuring, and want to thank you for taking us on the journey with you. Wishing you all the best for your next adventure :)
handed in!! big moment Simon, really enjoy your videos and being a part of your journey, made me smile!
Congrats on finishing, what an achievement, and good luck with the viva! I watching this very early this morning before uni started, and seeing how passionate you are about your field made me motivated to work harder on my degree, so thank you!
How completely wonderful to see the moment of hand in after all those agonising code-related twists and turns of the journey! I know the viva is still to come but what a very great victory the handing in was after everything you had had to wrestle with - huge congratulations, Simon :) And I loved the unconventional approach resulting from the sound issues - it was the perfect solution!
I had the biggest smile on my face watching this video, thanks Simon for all the vlogs and congratulations!
I know you did not mean for the Vlog to be like this, but i really liked this style! it almost like a story time also seems less intrusive that you can live your life without talking to the camera just filming. Its different to other Vlogs... I like it!
It seems that a lot of people agree with you - I may have to do this again!
First of all, congratulations!
Must have been such an amazing, uplifting feeling!
Second of all, absolutely enjoyed the video! The editing has been on point as well as the new perspective on storytelling.
Captivating - those 22 minutes flew by like a Christmas break.
Congratulations on your incredible journey, you have inspired, motivated and survived
Thank you so much for sharing your journey
Been following for years man... Shoutout to you for finally doing it! You definitely inspired me. Watching your journey has inspired me to work harder on my journey in science undergrad.
Congratulations, Simon! I've loved watching your PhD videos for about a year and half now, I wish you the best of luck!
Bloody well done. Well chuffed for you, it's finally (more or less) done! Congratulations ☺️
Well done! It’s sad to see it all come to and end, but I’m happy at the same time mainly due to the fact I can tell you’re exhausted by it all. Best of luck in the future Simon, you will exceed at being a scientific communicator much like you have at academics! Thank you for being a stable of inspiration, hard work, dedication and commitment in my life for the past two years
Is it weird how proud I am of you? I have been watching your PHD series for over a year now and it really helped me through graduating high school and now my first semester of University
You did a great job bouncing back from technical problems to your usual vlog style. I actually really enjoyed this version just as much as your other style! Congrats on handing in your thesis, and I can't wait to see what you do next! :)
Loved this, loved the style as well (even though it literally had to be done like this), it felt like you were talking to us more directly? Not that you don’t in the usual vlogs but with such a big thing it was nice! And congrats on finally handing in, good luck on the viva
Congratulations Simon. Much deserved. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.
Been watching this channel for about five years now. Damn, feels like the end of an era. Congratulations!
congratulations simon, it really has been a pleasure to share this journey with you
I can't completely express how much I appreciate these vlogs and how you're shared you're journey to this point. I'm currently studying Physics and regularly lose motivation and hope and putting in the time to watch a video of yours genuinely makes my mind better. Congratulations on the hand in and Thank you always.
Massive congratulations, Simon! We're all proud of you. And thank you for sharing your journey with us! :)
Awesome work Simon! I really appreciate you sharing the whole experience with us, and I bet there's a lot more to come.
Are you going to upload the thesis?
Would love to see it!
Congratulations!! I'm so happy for you. You deserved it. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. These videos gives me motivation for my future (however scares me either) but I still want to do a Phd in physics too.
Thanks again. :)
This is a happy/sad video. I have been watching since week 1, you motivated through my own college work as i'm doing my thesis this year and i'm sad to see it's all over. I wish you good luck in your future endeavors.
Congrats Simon. I've been watching since 2015. You are a true inspiration. Motivated me to go to grad school this year or next year. Your consistency and balance is my goal
very proud of you Mr Clark! I also really enjoyed the format of the vlog
so impressive that your videos are educational AND fascinating AND funny
Congratulations Simon! One of the happiest videos Ive ever seen
Congrats! The 'new' format is surprisingly engaging, I look forward to the next vlog
Aww man, Simon. Congratulations! I remember you from back when you were given tips on how to get into oxfords, or a university in general and it helped me big time. I'm happy to see that all your hard work has payed off. Well done!
Congratulations Simon! I am absolutely PUMPED to see your science videos! I wish you the best with Pixel girl :)
I hadn't realised how emotionally invested I was in this journey until your hunch was right and I practically punched the air! Thank you so much for sharing this experience with us :)
Congratulations Simon from Portugal! You rock! Thank you for being there! You are the best and really deserve it!
CONGRATS SIMON! You've motivated me to do well in my GCSE Olevels and now I'm taking my A Levels this year!!!
Man, I have been following your vlogs for a looooong time now. I almost took for granted this was some sort of series that had no end. But here you are, you have submitted your thesis. Congratulations, you've made it this far. We are all proud of you.
Good job! And I liked this format of the vlog, actually works quite nicely!
Happy 100k!
Congratulations Simon! Your relief and happiness in this vlog is contagious! :) Best of luck with the upcoming viva!
It has been a ride following you throughout all these years. What an acomplishment Simon, congrats!
Massive congratulations Simon!!! I have loved watching your journey through PhD life, and it's been so encouraging to see that you have kept such a balance of work, choir, and time with loved ones (most of the time. as much as one can. lol). This channel has really inspired me to consider pursuing a PhD after uni. Keep up the wonderful work!
Simon, congratulations on all the hard work that you have put into this endeavor that has finally ended with you submitting your thesis. You have put blood sweat and tears into this and you have come out on top. These vlogs and the tellings of your work throughout the years has been amazing and has also helped to energize me and I'm sure of countless others students, to continue or to begin the path you have just completed. You're a tremendous beacon of inspiration to anyone who wants to complete the journey. I know that I am only in my second year as an undergrad for Astrophysics, but now I feel as if this dream of submitting a thesis, to hopefully become a doctor, is truly achievable. Thanks to your documenting of your experiences it has given a new light on what it means to be a Ph.D. student. Thank you again for all of your hard work, cheers Zach.
P.s. This form of vlog worked well, you should try it out again sometime!
Congratulations!!! I can't describe how much more exiting this vlog makes my previously shitty day!
The relief on your face, and the jubilation in your eyes is palpable. You've earned it. Congratulations!!!
great video simon :) congratulations! love to see you put so much work into this vlog to share the week we all probably have been looking forward to when it comes to your vlogs instead of letting yourself be discouraged by the technical problems
How exciting! Congratulations ☆
Simon, over the past year, it's been a genuine pleasure to watch your progress. As a soon-to-be Ph.D. student myself in the fall, your content has really made me excited for what the future holds.
Stay awesome!
Simon is so interesting and nice bloke. I've been watching him for many years!
I agree. He has quickly become a role model for me. He works towards his goals, he is good with people, and above all: he's got a really positive attitude.
Same here bro.
Enjoyed your journey thus far Simon! Congratulations on submission. 💥 And yes you have motivated me so thank you too! You have been an amazing you tuber and student. 🍾
I'm so happy for you! Congratulations for turning in your thesis. I have watched your content for over a year now and damn this vlog made me emotional! Last summer I decided to finally embark on my own academic journey. I am now on my second quarter of an undergraduate degree at the ripe ole age of 30. It is the best decision I have ever made in my life and I honestly think your vlogs planted the seed -- at least in part -- you show the human side of higher education, which made me feel less intimated to pursue my own academic goals. Thank you for making unique content and sharing your life and knowledge in a way that inspires engaged minds, fun, support, and honesty. Here's to becoming a Dr soon!
Wahey! That's so amazing! Congratulations for taking the plunge, and I'm glad I was able to at least in part encourage you to do so!
I think you definitely made the 'vlog' work, I didn't mind the mix & match style at all!
Congrats on finishing!
This was the best vlog I have ever watched. I watched the entire thing with a smile on my face! I will admit that I haven't seen your videos in a few months (like you say, laser focused on other things and being human falls by the wayside!) but I've watched you since undergrad and I can't quite believe that you're so close to being a doctor now. You're an academic badass and I'm proud of you (even if I don't know you in person!)
hey, been watching since before this series started, and I'm glad it's done for your sake, but it's like the end of an era! currently in my first year at uni, and these inspire me to read that extra journal or go to that 9 am lecture. thanks a lot, you've undoubtedly had a positive impact on the life of myself and I'm sure many others
Freaking awesome, congratulations! Been watching since undergraduate and I won't be stopping now! Hope to do a PhD some day myself, if it ends up going in anyway like yours or if I have even an ounce of your attitude, that'll be me happy. Well done again!
What an exciting moment!! Congrats on your hard work. I’m excited about more weekly videos. 🙌🏻
Simon you come across as an absolutely awesome bloke, all the best to you. I'm glad things are going so well!
Thanks for all these wonderful, uplifting videos and good luck with the rest of your career!! :-)👍
Congratulations! Strongs for the viva still to come. Referring people to your channel all the time and starting my phd as soon as UCT get the papers in order. Enjoy the new adventures ☺👌
Well done mate, saw you a few times back when you were in Oxford and I was doing A-levels at that time, now I'm in uni, well into my course. Your journey has been inspiring to say the least and even though I am studying for exams right now, I am happy right now...until it gets closer to exams and cannot procrastinate as much.
Thank you for beeing this lovely storyteller from a scientific angle. Everytime you upload I know i’m going to be entertained for the next half an hour
Exciting! I am so looking forward for that moment of delivery. Now only one more big boss to defeat and it will be Doctor SImon. Congratulations !
I'm strangely SO PROUD of you! Congratulations on submitting and getting this far!
One of your best videos so far, really enjoyed the retrospective tone. RIP Simon's mic. And congratulations on submitting your thesis. Can't wait to see what you'll be up to from now on! :)
i'm so happy for you!! i was smiling from the start to the end of this video :) congratulations simon!!
I thought the relief of GCSE results day was bad. Boy. It gets worse, doesn't it?
This is such a cute comment :')
Haha!!😂
It felt about the same on GCSE results and A level results and degree final exams and PhD hand in to be honest! The stakes get raised the older you get, but they feel about the same
Honestly mate you've been such an inspiration to me for years. Well done ❤
I really like this style of vlog for a change, it was really nice- even if it was a happy accident!
Also I can't believe you've finally done it, I remember finding your Oxford vlogs years ago and it feels like the end of an era... Quite strange!
i'm sooo happy for you!! you deserve that so much
Congratulations Simon, such a fantastic achievement! You’re an inspiration! Good luck with the viva.
Congrats man! Hope only the best for you in the future and I hope to see some exciting new content on your YT channel.
This was so fulfilling to watch Simon, I can’t even imagine how you feel! Congratulations :)
Awesome, Simon! Format was actually great, it was like you guiding the audience through the story rather than just telling it day by day
Ayyy how exciting!! Congrats on finishing! Enjoyed the vlogging style as well (even though it was different to the others) ....excited to see what's to come
Well done Simon! Been watching for years, so great to join you on the final stretch!
I'm so happy for you man! You've got big things in your future. I mean, you already conquered something major:) It's inspiring as all get out and I wish you the best.
Hi Simon, bingewatching your youtubechannel like a netflixserie atm. Really liking your content. So, here my thanksletter for you. Thanks, for being here my man!
Been watching since your "How to study effectively" video, I watched it so many times because it helped me keep motivated through university. I hope you can fulfill your dreams and keep inspiring this growing community. Congratulations, quasi-Dr. Clark!
This video and its timing is a gift of god, just what I needed to relax before my exam
Congrats Simon Only been watching for about a year on and off but very happy to see you are done :)
Congratulations!! As always, you're such an inspiration
Man, it's to bad that I had discovered your vlog before now, Simon. This stuff is motivating, to say the least. Truly inspiring!
So proud for you, Simon!
Can't wait to hear how your viva goes!
Well done Simon!! Soon you'll be able to start the next step of your life!! I'm excited for you (lol), and it's been great to watch your journey through your vlogs!
I know it is too early to congratulate you, but well done. You deserve your PhD, we have seen you work so hard, struggle, overcome your doubts and went crazy till the end. You will nail the viva