{"id":36882,"date":"2021-11-18T21:38:09","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T15:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/?p=36882"},"modified":"2022-01-14T16:33:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-14T10:33:30","slug":"6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Effective Tips on How to Ace Your PhD Qualifying Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s probably not your first day at the university and you are still exploring the campus, determining which place would be your \u201cnook\u201d. Just as you do, you find a place to sit and it then feels surreal as you reminisce, \u201cHow did I get here?\u201d\u2014from determining your areas of interest for research to finding the university that offers a suitable program, from drafting personal statements to finally receiving the acceptance letter. And as you are looking into oblivion surrounded by these thoughts, you feel content and just as you breathe a sigh of relief, you hear muttering sounds from some students passing by.<br \/>\nWhat do you hear? \u2014 \u201c\u2026something\u2026something\u2026Qualifying exam!\u201d. And that\u2019s when reality strikes you! Although you are in the program now, you must prove your candidacy for it by passing the PhD qualifying exam.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#What_is_a_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\" >What is a PhD Qualifying Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#What_is_the_Purpose_of_a_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\" >What is the Purpose of a PhD Qualifying Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#What_is_the_Format_of_the_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\" >What is the Format of the PhD Qualifying Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#4_Possible_Outcomes_of_the_Qualifying_Exam\" >4 Possible Outcomes of the Qualifying Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#%E2%80%9CWhat_if_I_Fail_My_Qualifying_Exam%E2%80%9D-_The_Petrifying_Thought\" >\u201cWhat if I Fail My Qualifying Exam?\u201d- The Petrifying Thought<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#Tips_to_Ace_the_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\" >Tips to Ace the PhD Qualifying Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/6-effective-tips-on-how-ace-your-phd-qualifying-exam\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\"><\/span>What is a PhD Qualifying Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In simpler words, a PhD qualifying exam is one of the requirements that determine whether or not the PhD student has successfully completed the first phase of the program and if they should be recommended for admission to candidacy for PhD. It is also referred to as the PhD candidacy exam and is probably one of the most arduous times for doctoral students. Furthermore, it is imperative for all doctoral students to prove their preparedness and capabilities to apply and synthesize the skills and knowledge during the graduate program by appearing for the qualifying exam. An integral part of the qualifying examination is a research proposal submitted to the examining committee at least two weeks before the examination.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Purpose_of_a_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\"><\/span>What is the Purpose of a PhD Qualifying Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A PhD student is someone who enrolls in a doctoral degree program. Typically, a PhD program requires students to complete a certain number of credits in coursework and successfully pass qualifying exams, which is followed by the dissertation writing and defense. The purpose of a PhD qualifying exam is to evaluate whether the student has adequate knowledge of the discipline and whether the student is eligible of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/3-quick-tips-lack-of-literature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">conducting original research<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This qualifying exam is a bridge that transforms a PhD student into a PhD candidate. The difference between a PhD student and a PhD candidate is that the student is still working through the coursework and is yet to begin the dissertation process, and thus do not qualify to present and defend their dissertation to receive their doctorate. This period of transition means there is no more coursework to complete or classes to take; it is a self-defined structure of work from now with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/the-phd-journey-how-to-identify-a-fantastic-supervisor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guidance from your supervisors<\/a> at regular intervals.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Format_of_the_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\"><\/span>What is the Format of the PhD Qualifying Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a name=\"_Toc50117176\"><\/a>Just as no two research projects can be alike, so cannot the qualifying exams for two different students. Thus, rather than asking your seniors about the questions that they were asked, a better approach is to understand the format and the process of the qualifying exam.<\/p>\n<p>Typically, a PhD qualifying exam is conducted in two phases: a written exam and an oral exam.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Written Qualifying Exam<\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"_Toc50117177\"><\/a>After completing your coursework, the written qualifying exam is the first one that you must take. The aim of this exam is to assess your ability to incorporate your learnings from all of the different classes you took in the program to formulate research questions and solve your research problems. Ideally, each of your committee members will test you separately on this.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Oral Qualifying Exam<\/h3>\n<p>The oral qualifying exam is undertaken after completion of the written part. Its purpose is to evaluate your thought process and ability to conduct the research required to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prospects.ac.uk\/postgraduate-study\/phd-study\/5-routes-to-getting-a-doctorate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">complete a PhD<\/a>. Additionally, some universities require you to present your research proposal and defend it during your oral qualifying exam.<\/p>\n<p>During the oral exam, each professor from your committee will ask few questions related to your research proposal and your answers from the written exam. Sometimes, the committee members may also ask you to draw your answers on the board, especially if it\u2019s an equation, a molecular structure, mechanism, or a diagram.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Possible_Outcomes_of_the_Qualifying_Exam\"><\/span>4 Possible Outcomes of the Qualifying Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CWhat_if_I_Fail_My_Qualifying_Exam%E2%80%9D-_The_Petrifying_Thought\"><\/span><strong> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36885 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/SmartImage_V4.png\" alt=\"PhD qualifying exam\" width=\"1200\" height=\"627\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1200\/627;\" \/><\/strong>\u201cWhat if I Fail My Qualifying Exam?\u201d- The Petrifying Thought<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though this is the rarest situation that PhD students face,\u00a0 its possibility cannot be neglected. While the final result is based on what your committee members decide, they often give you a chance to retake the exam and meet certain conditions. However, if you fail the exam by unanimous decision of all committee members who oppose you from taking the reexam, you may have to leave the program and opt for another field of study or university.<\/p>\n<p>But why should you be worried? You&#8217;ve got these nifty tips to crack your PhD qualifying exam!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Ace_the_PhD_Qualifying_Exam\"><\/span>Tips to Ace the PhD Qualifying Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t you want to excel at your qualifying exam? Here are some things you should know!<\/p>\n<h3>1. Know Your Qualifying Exam Committee<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify the area of expertise of each committee member.<\/li>\n<li>Consult your seniors and other grad students who have worked with them and are currently working with them or have taken classes from them, or best\u2014have had them for their own qualifying exam.<\/li>\n<li>Try to anticipate the pattern of their questions they are likely to follow and prepare your answers accordingly. However, do not spend too much time on this. It is likely, that your research proposal may give rise to a different line of questioning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>2. Know Your Subject<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Hit the library and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prospects.ac.uk\/postgraduate-study\/phd-study\/5-routes-to-getting-a-doctorate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">stay updated<\/a> with recent research in your field.<\/li>\n<li>Acquaint yourself with knowledge of your subject matter, as that\u2019s what you\u2019ll be tested on the most.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>3. Know What is Expected of You<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Schedule a meeting with your committee members in advance, at least twice before appearing for your qualifying exam.<\/li>\n<li>Initiate a conversation about what you are expected to cover for the exam.<\/li>\n<li>Be an attentive listener and make note of their points as they speak.<\/li>\n<li>Ask them relevant questions so that you don\u2019t get back to your room with doubts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>4. Know Your Plan<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Start with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/time-management-tips-for-researchers-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">managing your time<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Organize your data and start <a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/six-tips-to-writing-a-research-proposal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">writing the research proposal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Do not overcommit. Allot yourself 1\u20132 months of intense studying prior to the exam to master all the background and general knowledge you may need.<\/li>\n<li>Make your notes including textual as well as graphical content for quick revision.<\/li>\n<li>Request your supervisor or seniors to quiz you and critique your presentation. Work optimistically on their constructive suggestions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>5. Know the Challenges<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/research-presentations-tell-story\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Presenting your proposal<\/a> may at times be quite daunting. Hence, practice giving mock presentations during lab meetings or even in front of your mirror.<\/li>\n<li>Be prepared for technical as well as analytical questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0 6. Know the Do\u2019s and Avoid the Don\u2019ts<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>While presenting, follow a narrative approach to keep the committee interested in your research.<\/li>\n<li>Explain your research briefly and add details as you are asked.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t overwhelm the examining committee with irrelevant details.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that it\u2019s a stimulating discussion among peers.<\/li>\n<li>Dress professionally and stay composed.<\/li>\n<li>More importantly, take a good night\u2019s sleep before your exam day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As my research advisor would say, \u201cThere\u2019s only one step that keeps you away or brings you closer to your goal. It\u2019s for you to choose the direction!\u201d Similarly, the PhD qualifying exam is that one step you take to reach closer to the hallowed status of \u201cDoctor\u201d. So follow these nifty tips and share them with your friends and colleagues for we know what the future of research holds for us. Let us know the challenges you faced while preparing for your qualifying exam. How was it different from the experiences of your colleagues? You can also visit our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/qna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Q&amp;A forum<\/a>\u00a0for frequently asked questions related to different aspects of research writing and publishing answered by our team that comprises subject-matter experts, eminent researchers, and publication experts.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex; gap:10px;justify-content:\" class=\"wps-pgfw-pdf-generate-icon__wrapper-frontend\">\n\t\t<a  href=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36882?action=genpdf&amp;id=36882\" class=\"pgfw-single-pdf-download-button\" ><img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.enago.com\/academy\/wp-content\/plugins\/pdf-generator-for-wp\/admin\/src\/images\/PDF_Tray.svg\" title=\"Generate PDF\" style=\"width:auto; height:45px;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s probably not your first day at the university and you are still exploring the&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8232,"featured_media":36899,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1319,1336],"tags":[1593,1618,1509],"ppma_author":[1907],"class_list":["post-36882","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-beyond-publishing","category-phd-cafe","tag-instant-career-tips-for-busy-researchers","tag-tips-for-phd-students-and-postdocs","tag-why-phd"],"better_featured_image":{"id":36899,"alt_text":"PhD Qualifying Exam","caption":"","description":"All PhD students look forward to becoming PhD candidates, and the means to it is by passing the PhD qualifying exam. 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