Hi all,
I finished my degree in Life Sciences (2:2) a few years ago and have since been working part time in my dream job of Cetacean Strandings Manager (whales and dolphins) at a respected academic institution. I've been accredited on a few papers and have access to a fantastic peer group as well as data. I've been thinking about doing a PhD based on the data I work on daily (I have the full backing of my line manager) as it's a very interesting area and there is definitely a project there but have no idea what my next step would be.
Do I need to do a Masters first, I'm sure it would be a good idea but it would cost me more money (something I really don't have). As well as taking 2 years as I don't want to quit my job and want to do it part time.
Who makes the decision about whether I need to do one, funding body, University?
Basically this is just something I've been thinking about for a while and I'm not sure what the best next step is, any help you can give me is gratefully received!!
Zem