Book Launch: Postgraduate Survival Guide – 30 Things You Need to Have Peace With Before You Get Frustrated as a Master’s or PhD Student

Wits University is proud to host the official launch of Postgraduate Survival Guide, a timely and powerful new book by Dr. Farai Mlambo. This transformative guide distils years of experience in postgraduate supervision, mentorship, and academic research into 30 essential truths every Master’s and PhD student should internalise to thrive.

The launch event will bring together students, supervisors, academics, and professionals to reflect on the emotional, intellectual, and institutional realities of postgraduate education. Guests will hear from the author about the inspiration behind the book, key lessons from the field, and practical insights on navigating the highs and lows of postgraduate life.

Expect an afternoon of heartfelt reflection, scholarly inspiration, and peer connection. Whether you're just beginning your postgraduate journey or guiding others through theirs, this book; and the conversations it sparks, will equip you with wisdom, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Highlights of the event include:

• A keynote by Dr Farai Mlambo on “The Emotional Terrain of Research”

• Panel reflections from supervisors and students

• A signing session and networking opportunity

• Complimentary copies available for early attendees

Join us as we celebrate the launch of a book that speaks not only to the mind but also to the heart of every postgraduate journey.