Is it Possible to study for a PHd while having a Full Time Job???

Hi Friends,





I have recently Completed my MA (International Politics and Human Rights) and I did my dissertation / thesis on "US Foreign Policy and China's Rising Superpower Status". I LOVED this topic so much that I would like to go and step further and do a PHd on it.





However, because I am now 23 years old, I strongly feel that I must now get my foot on the career ladder.





Is it possible to study for a Phd (Part time) while working (full time)???





Thanks Friends

Is it Possible to study for a PHd while having a Full Time Job???
Yes, many people do this way, especially in engineering. You need to complete course work requirements as a full time student. Probably this can be done in couple of semester. During this period you could complete all the required formalities for PhD (qualifier if required). Subsequently you can go back to your job and carry out research remotely. Course work for PhD is required mainly in US. If you are in europe, many of the universities don't even require course work.
Reply:A PHD requires FULL TIME attendance at University.
Reply:yes it is possible, but it may take you longer and you will definitely have to do work in the summer semesters.
Reply:It may be hard since you need a lot in concentrating on your way of getting a PhD, and you are working full time, so it will be very difficult for you to do so. Most people I know stay focus when they are getting a PhD, so they pretty much stop the working and concentrate on getting it. I would suggest you to do the same, besides after you get a PhD you may get a better job! "Or" you could get a part time job and get your PhD! If you can concentrate that is.


PS:What do I Know I'm just a 14 year old...
Reply:Only if you don't plan on sleeping.


I think the max time period for as PhD is 7 years. It takes 6 if you do it part time and don't drag your feet. I was working part time and doing a PhD part time. It's very difficult to do both and I had to drop it before I completed it due to the pressure. If you're only 23 and single, then I'd advise you to do the PhD full time. Earn more when you've completed.