Hi

I am in a dilemma - I have been offered a job which appeals to me. My PhD bores me (I am in Year 1) and I dont know what the best thing is to do. Should I continue with my PhD anyway? Does anone have any advice?

How does years 2 and 3 compare with year 1?

Any advice would be appreciated

Thanks

You need to consider:
- what are your long term career plans? Is a PhD crucial for that?
- how stable/permanent is the job? Do you risk being made redundant in 6 months time?
- Why does your PhD bore you? Wrong question? Unstimulating environment? Lack of autonomy? Mismatch between personality type and work type? Is the boredom fixable?

There is no universal experience with regard to how year 2/3 compares with year 1. It's hard to say without knowing more about the circumstances.

In my opinon, HazyJane has posed all the right questions and you should think about the answers carefully when making a decision. I can't top her advice!