Should you do a PhD? | Attic Philosophy

Are you thinking of taking a PhD? Would it be the right thing for you? It's a big commitment and there's plenty of things to consider, so you want to know as much as possible before you make a decision. In this video, I'll talk through 3 reasons why maybe you should, and 3 reasons why maybe you shouldn't, do a PhD. I'll discuss the PhD application process and PhD funding in a follow-up video.
00:00 - Intro
00:58 - Reason 1: To get an academic job
01:45 - Reason 2: You develop super skills
03:18 - Reason 3: It’s is a massive achievement
04:22 - 3 reasons why shouldn’t you do a PhD
04:39 - Reason 1: It can be pointless if you don’t want an academic job
05:48 - Reason 2: It’s slow
07:06 - Reason 3: Academic jobs are REALLY hard to get
12:10 - Where you study counts
12:49 - What you need to know
13:26 - Wrap up
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