Course Details

Supervision Training - For Experienced Supervisors of Postgraduate Research Degrees

Who is this course aimed at?

We require all academic staff who act as a Supervisor of Postgraduate Research Degrees to complete this Supervision Update course, once every three years. The course is also for experienced supervisors of Postgraduate Research Degrees who are new to the University. Please note, those who are new to PGR Supervision should undertake the Supervision Fundamentals course.

What is this course about?

This course provides participants with an update on the role of PGR supervisor and relevant regulations at the University of Huddersfield. It will focus on the recent changes to regulations and expectations, as well as areas that have emerged as being of current concern through our monitoring of PGR processes. It will also signpost key changes to support for PGRs and supervisors, including online resources, researcher development programme, Academic English, VLE, Portal, and PGR management systems and processes, developments in the sector.
PLEASE NOTE - if fewer than 10 people have signed up for the training, the event will not run.

Details of any pre-course/programme requirements

You will need to read some documentation prior to attending the programme which will be included in your joining instructions.

For all enquiries about supervisor training (including access to materials on Brightspace), please email graduateschool@hud.ac.uk.

Objectives

Here is what you can expect by attending this course:
  • An overview of the roles in the supervisory team and the progression system.
  • An understanding of how to prepare students for their final examination.
  • Knowledge of the University of Huddersfield’s procedures and expectations in relation to PGR supervision.

Booking info:

14 May 2025 13:30 - 15:00 Places Remaining
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You can book your place on one of the courses above or add yourself to the waiting list using the "Book your place" button above.

Please note, if you experience difficulty in connecting to the waiting list, please log into MyHR separately and then click "Book your place" again. You can also contact people@hud.ac.uk if you require further assistance.

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