Academic Challenges

Journey of Supervising International African Students: Insights and Reflections from a PhD Supervisor

Post author:Professor Sophie Marques
Post published:May 12, 2025
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The recipients of the DAAD scholarship in Africa encounter various social, cultural, financial, and academic challenges before they can fully focus on their PhD studies. There is a call to all supervisors to adopt a comprehensive approach and foster a supportive environment that helps these students achieve their intended goals.

The Well-being of PhD Students in Academia and Beyond

Post author:Prof. Sophie Marques
Post published:January 14, 2025
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Dr. Sophie Marques shares her inspiring academic journey, rising from a family of illiterate parents to earning a PhD and later a post-PhD at UCT, eventually becoming a Senior Lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch. She reflects on the challenges of being the only woman in the mathematics department and how she navigated them. Dr. Marques also discusses her experiences in supervising students, addressing their challenges, and guiding them towards success.