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Undertaking a study that leads to the award of PhD is much like a journey of exploration and discovery. Although you may have some idea of where it is you wish to end up, the many rich experiences and pitfalls along the way are largely unforeseen. It is certainly an experience that I would recommend to anyone who believes they are capable. That is not to say, however, that it is a study suitable for everyone. The road to travel is long and tough, and many fall by the wayside. My own journey has been one of academic learning and self-discovery. During my study, I have enjoyed incredibly the process of scaling new heights of knowledge, of cutting a trail where others may have never been, of using and pushing my mind to attack and answer the big questions. During this journey my mind has been refined to a sharpness and focus hitherto unforeseen to me, and I feel I am now able to wield my mind as a tool, in all situations. This has allowed me to look within, and understand exactly whom I am. In addition, my character has grown and expanded with a wealth of new experiences that have served to polish it. I feel lucky to have undertaken my research in a relatively wide field, where th