Earlier quoted context omitted.
Thanks so much for taking out your time to reply. I agree with you a 100% in all you have pointed out. I had plan to either focus on Cisco Certifications (got a few certs already) and build up my career from there or go for a Phd in SDN or ML. However i have decided to just learn ML (coursera) on weekends or whatever and focus on certifications while working. What do you think?
I really can't say. I wouldn't want to think I'd put you off doing a PhD if that's really the best thing for you, but I can't judge if it would be. Only you can judge that, and all I'm trying to do is give you more information about what it is like. I'm really pleased I did a PhD, but it really isn't for everyone, it really is hard, and it really might not be of value to you. But it might be. Weigh the possibilities.…
I will be applying to a University in Australia, New Zealand or Canada. Also it has to be on scholarship which i read is quite competitive.
Thank you for all the information, i will be looking at all options closely. Thank you again.