> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd.md).

# Graduate Students

- [UAW 4811 Contracts](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd/uaw-4811-contracts.md): The information here is an overview of major points in our GSI and GSR contracts; it is not fully comprehensive but covers many aspects of the most common issues you might face in your workplace.
- [Research Credits (298/299)](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd/research-credits-298-299.md): Resources and requirements specific to graduate students taking research credit courses.
- [Course Recommendations](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd/course-recommendations.md)
- [How to Qual (MSE)](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd/how-to-qual.md): This page describes the process for taking the Berkeley MSE department's Qualifying Exam (QE) for the PhD program, which is a ~3hr oral presentation and Q\&A on your dissertation topic.
- [How to Graduate](https://materialsproject.gitbook.io/persson-group-handbook/finishing-your-phd/how-to-graduate.md): A guide to getting to the PhinisheD line in the Persson group! Remember that everyone's academic and research path is unique and there are no set timelines for finishing a PhD.