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Calculated Shard: 93 (from laksa053)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa093.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.findaphd.com/guides/publishing-during-a-phd\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.findaphd.com/guides/publishing-during-a-phd\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd","crawl_time":1776159486,"first_indexed_time":1656362790,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,findaphd!www,\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd s443","src_root_hash":"15226353268087453493","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Publishing During a PhD | FindAPhD.com","meta_descriptions":["",""],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"While the nature of STEM research means that PhD students are more likely to find publication as a co-author or part of a collaborative team, AHSS scholars usually publish articles as the\nsole author\n, which can make publications harder to come by.\nHowever, there are still plenty of ways you can gain publications as a AHSS student, each with their own advantages for your academic career. We’ve listed the main publishing routes below.\nPeer-reviewed publication in a journal\nGetting an\narticle accepted by an academic journal\nis one of the most prestigious kinds of publication you can gain as a PhD student. This is because of the\nrigorous peer-review process\n, which involves two or more specialists taking a close look at your work and deciding whether it’s worthy for publication. Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months.\nIf you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions.\nYour supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis.\nBook chapter\nAnother publication option is to write a\nchapter for an edited book\non your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV.\nHaving a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts \/ colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. In general, it’s useful to keep your ear to the ground for potential opportunities that might come about as a result of your department’s publishing schedule.\nBook review\nIn addition to original research articles, most academic journals also carry reviews of recent work in their field (such as monographs, edited collections and so on). Writing these book reviews might be one of the simplest ways to get published as a PhD student. If you get in touch with the\nreviews editor of an academic journal\nand introduce yourself \/ your research specialism, they may ask you to write a short (normally 1,000 words or so) review of a book that they’ve been sent by a publisher.\nYou’ll then be sent a copy of the book in question, some review guidelines and a deadline. It’s a good idea to read previous reviews in the journal to get a feel for the tone of voice and style. Although book reviews aren’t necessarily subject to the same peer review standards as an article, they can be a great way to understand what’s happening in your field and begin to get your name about as an academic. You’ll (normally) get to keep the book\/s too, which is nice.","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tr?id=841677565917748&ev=PageView&noscript=1)\n\n[![FindAPhD.com](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/h_50\/fau\/BrandLogos\/FAP\/FindaPhD%20Website\/FAPHD_RGB_website_color.svg)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/ \"FindAPhD.com\")\n\n- PhDs\n- Guides\n- Events\n\n- [Sign in]()\n\n- [ACCOUNT]()\n  [My account](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/)  [News & updates](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/alerts-searches.aspx)  [Sent enquiries](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/email-enquiries.aspx)  [Saved PhDs](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/saved-phds.aspx)  [Upcoming events](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/upcoming-events.aspx)  [My details](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/myaccount\/my-details.aspx)  [Log out]()\n- [Logout]()\n- [0](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd)\n\n[Sign In]()\n\n[PhDs](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/phds\/ \"PhD Projects & Programmes\")\n\n[Events](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/events\/ \"Postgraduate Study Events\")\n\n[Funding](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/funding\/ \"PhD Funding\")\n\n[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/advice\/ \"PhDs Advice\")\n\n[Advertise](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/providers\/ \"Advertise with us\")\n\n[About](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/about\/about-findaphd.aspx \"About FindAPhD\")\n\n[Login \/ Register](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd)\n\n1. [FindAPhD](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/ \"FindAPhD\")\n2. [Guides](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/ \"Guides\")\n3. Publishing During a PhD\n\n[Guides](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/ \"Go to Guides\")\n\n[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/)[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/)\n\n# Publishing During a PhD\nWritten by [Ben Taylor](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/authors\/35\/ben-taylor)\n\nPublishing your research during a PhD can be a rewarding way to share your work with a wider audience and gain valuable experience of the peer review process. It is not usually a formal requirement, but having your work appear in an academic journal can strengthen your CV and help you prepare for postdoctoral or early career opportunities.\n\nThis guide explains how publishing works during a PhD and how the process can differ across Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences and STEM subjects.\n### On this page\n## Why should you publish during a PhD?\nPublishing articles and papers during your doctorate can be a great way to boost your academic CV and increase your profile. If you plan on building a career in academia or applying for postdoc positions, publishing numerous articles during a PhD could well set you apart from the competition.\n\nIt can also be an incredibly rewarding experience, knowing that the academic community considers your research to be worthy of publication and consideration by other scholars. Finally, publication is a great opportunity to engage with the academic community in your discipline and connect your work with other research in your field.\n\n### How many papers should you publish during a PhD?\nThere isn’t necessarily an average number of publications that you should aim for as a PhD student. In the UK it’s not a requirement for research students to be published while completing their PhD. However, in some countries – particularly North America and Asia – publishing may be a condition for finishing a PhD.\n\nIn STEM subjects based around laboratory work it’s more common for PhD students to find their research published as part of a **collaborative effort** with their supervisor and \/ or other colleagues within their research group. In AHSS, most articles are written by a **sole author** and the competitiveness of journals can make it relatively unusual for someone to be published during a PhD.\n\n![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/phd\/icons\/toptip.svg)\n\n#### **Can you publish in academic journals without a PhD?**\n*Yes, you can publish in an academic journal if you don’t have a PhD. Your work will be subject to the same rigorous peer review standards as someone with a doctorate.*\n## Publishing during an Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences PhD\nWhile the nature of STEM research means that PhD students are more likely to find publication as a co-author or part of a collaborative team, AHSS scholars usually publish articles as the **sole author**, which can make publications harder to come by.\n\nHowever, there are still plenty of ways you can gain publications as a AHSS student, each with their own advantages for your academic career. We’ve listed the main publishing routes below.\n\n### Peer-reviewed publication in a journal\nGetting an **article accepted by an academic journal** is one of the most prestigious kinds of publication you can gain as a PhD student. This is because of the **rigorous peer-review process**, which involves two or more specialists taking a close look at your work and deciding whether it’s worthy for publication. Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months.\n\nIf you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions.\n\nYour supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis.\n\n### Book chapter\nAnother publication option is to write a **chapter for an edited book** on your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV.\n\nHaving a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts \/ colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. In general, it’s useful to keep your ear to the ground for potential opportunities that might come about as a result of your department’s publishing schedule.\n\n### Book review\nIn addition to original research articles, most academic journals also carry reviews of recent work in their field (such as monographs, edited collections and so on). Writing these book reviews might be one of the simplest ways to get published as a PhD student. If you get in touch with the **reviews editor of an academic journal** and introduce yourself \/ your research specialism, they may ask you to write a short (normally 1,000 words or so) review of a book that they’ve been sent by a publisher.\n\nYou’ll then be sent a copy of the book in question, some review guidelines and a deadline. It’s a good idea to read previous reviews in the journal to get a feel for the tone of voice and style. Although book reviews aren’t necessarily subject to the same peer review standards as an article, they can be a great way to understand what’s happening in your field and begin to get your name about as an academic. You’ll (normally) get to keep the book\/s too, which is nice.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/images\/icons\/readmore.svg)\n\n#### **PhD by publication**\n*Not to be confused with publishing during your PhD, a PhD by publication allows people to be recognised for a portfolio of previously published work. This means that a PhD can awarded to well-published authors without them having to write a new thesis. You can find out more in our [full guide to the PhD by publication](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-by-publication).*\n## Publishing during a STEM PhD\nIf you’re studying a PhD in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), it’s less likely that you’ll be published as a sole author of a paper.\n\nInstead, you may be named as a **co-author** or **multi-author** of a publication, along with your supervisor or the laboratory team you’re working collaboratively within.\n\nAs is the case with AHSS academic journals, anything you submit to a STEM journal will be subject to a scrupulous **peer review process** in order to ensure its quality.\n\nPublications depend on the nature of your research and whether you’re working with a new or existing dataset \/ methodology. If you’re devising something new, you can expect to take longer to get published. If you’re working within a larger laboratory, it’s more likely than you’ll be published as a **multi-author** on a particular research project. Working closely with your supervisor will often lead to a publication as a **co-author**.\n\nAnother publication route for STEM PhD students is via **conference proceedings** (AHSS students can also be published using this method). Conference proceedings form a record of what happened at an academic event, with details of the presented papers and research. If you present at an academic conference during your PhD, it’s worth bearing in mind that it can also present a great opportunity for publication in this way.\n\n![](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/images\/icons\/search.svg)\n\n#### **Ready to do a PhD?**\n*Search our [project listings](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/phds\/) to find out what you could be studying.*\n\n![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/mas\/modal-student.png)\n\n### Sign up for our weekly newsletter to:\n- Get funding news and application tips\n- Find out when our scholarship competition is open\n- Receive our weekly blog with advice and student stories\n- Hear about our virtual study fairs\n\n![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/common\/images\/login-facebook.png) Continue with Facebook\n\n![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/common\/images\/login-google.png)Continue with Google\n\nContinue with email\n\n## ![](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/common\/images\/authors\/35.png) [Ben Taylor](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/authors\/35\/ben-taylor)\nBen worked in the FindAPhD content team from 2017 to 2022, starting as an Assistant Content Writer and leaving as Student Content Manager. He focused on producing well-researched advice across a range of topics related to postgraduate study. Ben has a Bachelors degree in English Literature from the University of Sheffield and a Masters from the University of Amsterdam. Having also spent a semester at the University of Helsinki through the Erasmus programme, he’s no stranger to study abroad (or cold weather!).\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL55.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/the-phd-journey \"The PhD Journey - Stages of a Doctoral Degree\")\n\n[The PhD Journey - Stages of a Doctoral Degree](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/the-phd-journey)\n\n[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nWhat happens during a typical PhD, and when? We've summarised the main milestones of your PhD journey to show you how to get a PhD.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/the-phd-journey)\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL07.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-thesis \"A Guide to Writing a PhD Thesis\")\n\n[A Guide to Writing a PhD Thesis](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-thesis)\n\n[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nThe PhD thesis is the most important part of a doctoral degree. This page will introduce you to what you need to know about the PhD dissertation.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-thesis)\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL35.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/daily-life-of-phd-student \"The Daily Life of a PhD Student\")\n\n[The Daily Life of a PhD Student](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/daily-life-of-phd-student)\n\n[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nThis page will give you an idea of what to expect from your routine as a PhD student, explaining how your daily life will look at you progress through a doctoral degree.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/daily-life-of-phd-student)\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL34.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-cost \"How Much Does a PhD Cost in the UK (2025)?\")\n\n[How Much Does a PhD Cost in the UK (2025)?](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-cost)\n\n[United Kingdom](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-uk\/ \"View PhD information on united kingdom\")[Europe](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/48\/0\/0\/0\/ \"View PhD information on europe\")[Costs](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-fees-costs\/ \"View PhD information on costs\")[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nPhD fees can vary based on subject, university and location. Use our guide to find out the PhD fees in the UK, as well as doctoral living costs.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-cost)\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL69.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-usa\/applications \"Applying for a PhD in the USA\")\n\n[Applying for a PhD in the USA](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-usa\/applications)\n\n[USA](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-usa\/ \"View PhD information on usa\")[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Applications](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-applications\/ \"View PhD information on applications\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nOur guide tells you everything about the application process for studying a PhD in the USA.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-usa\/applications)\n\n[![](https:\/\/fau-res.cloudinary.com\/image\/upload\/w_475,c_scale\/common\/images\/generic\/cards\/HURL07.png)](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/post-study-work-visa-comparisons \"Comparing Post-Study Work Visas in Popular Study Destinations\")\n\n[Comparing Post-Study Work Visas in Popular Study Destinations](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/post-study-work-visa-comparisons)\n\n[United Kingdom](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-uk\/ \"View PhD information on united kingdom\")[New Zealand](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/0\/0\/0\/326\/ \"View PhD information on new zealand\")[USA](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-usa\/ \"View PhD information on usa\")[Canada](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-canada\/ \"View PhD information on canada\")[Germany](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-study-in-germany\/ \"View PhD information on germany\")[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/ \"View PhD information on phd study\")[Masters Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/40\/0\/0\/0\/ \"View PhD information on masters study\")[Australia](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/0\/0\/0\/21\/ \"View PhD information on australia\")[Australia & Oceania](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/australasia\/ \"View PhD information on australia & oceania\")[North America](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/north-america\/ \"View PhD information on north america\")[Europe](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/europe\/ \"View PhD information on europe\")[International Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/study-abroad\/ \"View PhD information on international study\")[Careers](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/phd-careers\/ \"View PhD information on careers\")[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/ \"View PhD information on advice\")\n\nA quick guide to post-study work visas in top countries so you know where you can stay and work after graduation.\n\n[Read more](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/post-study-work-visa-comparisons)\n\nOn this page\n\n#### On this page\n[**\\>** Publishing During a PhD](\"Publishing During a PhD\")[**\\>** Why should you publish during a PhD?](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd#Why-should-you-publish \"Why should you publish during a PhD?\")[**\\>** Publishing during an Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences PhD](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd#Publishing-during-an-Arts-Humanities-or-Social-Sciences-PhD \"Publishing during an Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences PhD\")[**\\>** Publishing during a STEM PhD](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/publishing-during-a-phd#Publishing-during-a-STEM-PhD \"Publishing during a STEM PhD\")\n\nLast Updated: 24 October 2025\n\n[PhD Study](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/doing-a-phd\/)[Advice](https:\/\/www.findaphd.com\/guides\/advice\/)\n\n1. 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Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months.\n\nIf you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions.\n\nYour supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis.\n\n### Book chapter\nAnother publication option is to write a **chapter for an edited book** on your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV.\n\nHaving a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts \/ colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. 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Boilerpipe Text	While the nature of STEM research means that PhD students are more likely to find publication as a co-author or part of a collaborative team, AHSS scholars usually publish articles as the sole author , which can make publications harder to come by. However, there are still plenty of ways you can gain publications as a AHSS student, each with their own advantages for your academic career. We’ve listed the main publishing routes below. Peer-reviewed publication in a journal Getting an article accepted by an academic journal is one of the most prestigious kinds of publication you can gain as a PhD student. This is because of the rigorous peer-review process , which involves two or more specialists taking a close look at your work and deciding whether it’s worthy for publication. Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months. If you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions. Your supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis. Book chapter Another publication option is to write a chapter for an edited book on your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV. Having a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts / colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. In general, it’s useful to keep your ear to the ground for potential opportunities that might come about as a result of your department’s publishing schedule. Book review In addition to original research articles, most academic journals also carry reviews of recent work in their field (such as monographs, edited collections and so on). Writing these book reviews might be one of the simplest ways to get published as a PhD student. If you get in touch with the reviews editor of an academic journal and introduce yourself / your research specialism, they may ask you to write a short (normally 1,000 words or so) review of a book that they’ve been sent by a publisher. You’ll then be sent a copy of the book in question, some review guidelines and a deadline. It’s a good idea to read previous reviews in the journal to get a feel for the tone of voice and style. Although book reviews aren’t necessarily subject to the same peer review standards as an article, they can be a great way to understand what’s happening in your field and begin to get your name about as an academic. You’ll (normally) get to keep the book/s too, which is nice.
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[FindAPhD](https://www.findaphd.com/ "FindAPhD") 2. [Guides](https://www.findaphd.com/guides/ "Guides") 3. Publishing During a PhD [Guides](https://www.findaphd.com/guides/ "Go to Guides") [PhD Study](https://www.findaphd.com/guides/doing-a-phd/)[Advice](https://www.findaphd.com/guides/advice/) # Publishing During a PhD Written by [Ben Taylor](https://www.findaphd.com/authors/35/ben-taylor) Publishing your research during a PhD can be a rewarding way to share your work with a wider audience and gain valuable experience of the peer review process. It is not usually a formal requirement, but having your work appear in an academic journal can strengthen your CV and help you prepare for postdoctoral or early career opportunities. This guide explains how publishing works during a PhD and how the process can differ across Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences and STEM subjects. ### On this page ## Why should you publish during a PhD? Publishing articles and papers during your doctorate can be a great way to boost your academic CV and increase your profile. If you plan on building a career in academia or applying for postdoc positions, publishing numerous articles during a PhD could well set you apart from the competition. It can also be an incredibly rewarding experience, knowing that the academic community considers your research to be worthy of publication and consideration by other scholars. Finally, publication is a great opportunity to engage with the academic community in your discipline and connect your work with other research in your field. ### How many papers should you publish during a PhD? There isn’t necessarily an average number of publications that you should aim for as a PhD student. In the UK it’s not a requirement for research students to be published while completing their PhD. However, in some countries – particularly North America and Asia – publishing may be a condition for finishing a PhD. In STEM subjects based around laboratory work it’s more common for PhD students to find their research published as part of a collaborative effort with their supervisor and / or other colleagues within their research group. In AHSS, most articles are written by a sole author and the competitiveness of journals can make it relatively unusual for someone to be published during a PhD. ![](https://fau-res.cloudinary.com/image/upload/phd/icons/toptip.svg) #### Can you publish in academic journals without a PhD? Yes, you can publish in an academic journal if you don’t have a PhD. Your work will be subject to the same rigorous peer review standards as someone with a doctorate. ## Publishing during an Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences PhD While the nature of STEM research means that PhD students are more likely to find publication as a co-author or part of a collaborative team, AHSS scholars usually publish articles as the sole author, which can make publications harder to come by. However, there are still plenty of ways you can gain publications as a AHSS student, each with their own advantages for your academic career. We’ve listed the main publishing routes below. ### Peer-reviewed publication in a journal Getting an article accepted by an academic journal is one of the most prestigious kinds of publication you can gain as a PhD student. This is because of the rigorous peer-review process, which involves two or more specialists taking a close look at your work and deciding whether it’s worthy for publication. Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months. If you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions. Your supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis. ### Book chapter Another publication option is to write a chapter for an edited book on your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV. Having a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts / colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. In general, it’s useful to keep your ear to the ground for potential opportunities that might come about as a result of your department’s publishing schedule. ### Book review In addition to original research articles, most academic journals also carry reviews of recent work in their field (such as monographs, edited collections and so on). Writing these book reviews might be one of the simplest ways to get published as a PhD student. If you get in touch with the reviews editor of an academic journal and introduce yourself / your research specialism, they may ask you to write a short (normally 1,000 words or so) review of a book that they’ve been sent by a publisher. You’ll then be sent a copy of the book in question, some review guidelines and a deadline. It’s a good idea to read previous reviews in the journal to get a feel for the tone of voice and style. Although book reviews aren’t necessarily subject to the same peer review standards as an article, they can be a great way to understand what’s happening in your field and begin to get your name about as an academic. You’ll (normally) get to keep the book/s too, which is nice. ![](https://www.findaphd.com/images/icons/readmore.svg) #### PhD by publication Not to be confused with publishing during your PhD, a PhD by publication allows people to be recognised for a portfolio of previously published work. This means that a PhD can awarded to well-published authors without them having to write a new thesis. You can find out more in our [full guide to the PhD by publication](https://www.findaphd.com/guides/phd-by-publication). ## Publishing during a STEM PhD If you’re studying a PhD in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), it’s less likely that you’ll be published as a sole author of a paper. Instead, you may be named as a co-author or multi-author of a publication, along with your supervisor or the laboratory team you’re working collaboratively within. As is the case with AHSS academic journals, anything you submit to a STEM journal will be subject to a scrupulous peer review process in order to ensure its quality. Publications depend on the nature of your research and whether you’re working with a new or existing dataset / methodology. If you’re devising something new, you can expect to take longer to get published. If you’re working within a larger laboratory, it’s more likely than you’ll be published as a multi-author on a particular research project. Working closely with your supervisor will often lead to a publication as a co-author. Another publication route for STEM PhD students is via conference proceedings (AHSS students can also be published using this method). Conference proceedings form a record of what happened at an academic event, with details of the presented papers and research. If you present at an academic conference during your PhD, it’s worth bearing in mind that it can also present a great opportunity for publication in this way. ![](https://www.findaphd.com/images/icons/search.svg) #### Ready to do a PhD? 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Readable Markdown	While the nature of STEM research means that PhD students are more likely to find publication as a co-author or part of a collaborative team, AHSS scholars usually publish articles as the sole author, which can make publications harder to come by. However, there are still plenty of ways you can gain publications as a AHSS student, each with their own advantages for your academic career. We’ve listed the main publishing routes below. ### Peer-reviewed publication in a journal Getting an article accepted by an academic journal is one of the most prestigious kinds of publication you can gain as a PhD student. This is because of the rigorous peer-review process, which involves two or more specialists taking a close look at your work and deciding whether it’s worthy for publication. Peer review is usually carried out ‘blind’ which means that you won’t know who your appointed reviewers are, and nor will they know who the author of the piece is. This ensures that all articles – including those by PhD students – are judged entirely according to their academic merits, not the profile of their author. The process can be a lengthy one though, sometimes taking several months. If you are published in a peer-reviewed journal, it’s a sign of the relevance, authority and quality of your work, and you should be rightfully proud of yourself. It’s also something that you’ll be able to refer to on your academic CV when applying for postdoc opportunities and job positions. Your supervisor will usually be able to advise you on whether your work is suitable for submission to an academic journal. Papers are normally in the region of 5,000 words, so it might involve reworking the draft of a dissertation chapter or even part of your Masters thesis. ### Book chapter Another publication option is to write a chapter for an edited book on your research specialism. Book chapters don’t normally go through as rigorous a peer review process as a journal article would (instead, selection is usually down to the volume editors), but still make an impressive addition to your CV. Having a good academic networking can come in handy when it comes to be invited to submit to edited volumes. For example, if your supervisor or one of their contacts / colleagues has been asked to edit a collection of articles on an area that has crossover with your research specialism, they may ask you to contribute a chapter to the book. In general, it’s useful to keep your ear to the ground for potential opportunities that might come about as a result of your department’s publishing schedule. ### Book review In addition to original research articles, most academic journals also carry reviews of recent work in their field (such as monographs, edited collections and so on). Writing these book reviews might be one of the simplest ways to get published as a PhD student. If you get in touch with the reviews editor of an academic journal and introduce yourself / your research specialism, they may ask you to write a short (normally 1,000 words or so) review of a book that they’ve been sent by a publisher. You’ll then be sent a copy of the book in question, some review guidelines and a deadline. It’s a good idea to read previous reviews in the journal to get a feel for the tone of voice and style. Although book reviews aren’t necessarily subject to the same peer review standards as an article, they can be a great way to understand what’s happening in your field and begin to get your name about as an academic. You’ll (normally) get to keep the book/s too, which is nice.
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