I got a 2.2 in my BSc Biosciences from a Russel Group. I had undiagnosed ptsd/misdiagnosed adhd that I have only gotten sorted out since graduation, this was due to abuse that was ongoing during uni. I still find it hard/dramatic to talk about what actually happened to me so my uni professors weren’t aware.
I’m stable and independent now, and looking back I had always wanted to be a well educated scientist. I’m working in manufacturing rn and thinking of going back to school for masters. Would it be possible for me to then apply for a funded PhD in the UK? Self funded is not an option, but I miss academia and my passion is still there despite me freezing up during my bachelor’s.
Does anyone have any advice on how viable of a plan this is?
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Yes, if you have a masters it will supersede the BSc result. Try to do your masters thesis on an area you’d like to do a PhD in, and make contacts with professors in that research area. If you can get your name on a publication or conference presentation it will also help with your PhD application.
Most grad schools will have a GPA minimum even for masters. Any program that would take you would be pretty expensive since you would likely not get any scholarship. Your best bet is to get work experience in the field while doing some kind of post bacc at community college to up your gpa. Then you can try for a masters, then a PHD.
I come across some PhD programs that do not even require a master’s degree. It may be worth having a look.
It’s viable, but difficult if you plan on applying via traditional means.
I recommend networking and connecting with professors (who may serve as your mentor) first.