Hey guys, I'm just about to start a PhD in Oct and am wondering what I'm getting myself into - how long is your thesis meant to be?

It depends on your field. In science, a thesis is typically 60,000 to 80,000 words (excluding references and appendices). Each University will have specific guidelines for thesis presentation. Good luck with your PhD!

Thanks Ann! Sounds very scary at the moment but I guess thats why its a 3 year programme!

Yes, don't worry! Try to write up as much as you can as you go along though (even if you decide it's not good enough in a year or so at least you have a draft to work from). Anyway, plenty of time before you have to fret about thesis submission, just have fun and enjoy your first few weeks! All the best :o)

Depends on the uni and subject. Usually 80,000-100,000 for soc sci.