Hi,

I have just been offered a PhD in the molecular biology field. This offer came with bad news also. Funding had been cut for the project, meaning that the stipend was reduced from €16,000/year to €8,000/year. That would mean 4 years living off not an awful lot!

Have any of you survived on such little money for 4 years while studying? What measures have you taken to endure that you got through it with some morale left? Should I be seriously considering taking out a loan?

I you have any other advice, i wold be very thankful for it, as this particular project is VERY interesting.

Thanks a million!

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I have three interviews coming up next week for a PhD position. All the Doctors replied, tellling me to come in for an "informal chat" to discuss the project.

I don't know what to expect in these interviews, and i know it sounds lame, but i have no idea what to wear to an "informal chat" (I'm a male).

I was hoping one of you could help me with this. Thanks

EDIT: I'm looking for a PhD in the molecular biology field