What motivated you to pursue a PhD in this field? What previous research or coursework do you have that has prepared you for this program? Can you discuss a research project you have completed in the past? What was your role in the project and what were the results? What specific research questions do you hope to explore during your PhD? How do you plan to approach these research questions? What methodologies or techniques do you plan to use? Have you identified potential collaborators or mentors within the department or the field at large? What do you hope to achieve after completing your PhD? How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks when working on a research project? Can you discuss a challenge you faced during a research project and how you overcame it? How do you handle working in a team environment? Can you provide an example of a successful team project you have been a part of?

Future plan, research experiences, education history, career goal.