Introduction to doctoral supervision e-learning courseÌý
The updated Introduction to doctoral supervision e-learning course is now available on .ÌýÌý This course, taking approximately 1 hour to complete, is aimed at those new to doctoral supervision or new to Southampton, but open to all staff.Ìý

By the end of this e-learning course you should be able to:ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
- Understand and apply the roles and responsibilities associated with being a doctoral supervisor.Ìý
- Apply the regulations and procedures that support doctoral study.Ìý
- Recognise that expectations may differ between the postgraduate researcher and the supervisory team and be aware of tools to set and manage expectations.Ìý
- ¸£Àû×ÅÆ¬ and apply resources and further development opportunities to support you and the PGR to succeed.ÌýÌý
Access the Blackboard course by clicking .
Further trainingÌýÌý
Training and events for supervisors can be found on the , including the new in-person Supervisor induction workshop. Faculty Supervisor Forums are available locally and open to all PGR Supervisors, whether new or more experienced.Ìý
Courses currently open for booking on StaffBook:Ìý
- PGR Supervisor Induction – 17 September, 09:30 – 12:30 (In-person)Ìý
- Supporting PGRs with their career development – 6 November, 12:00 – 13:00 (online)Ìý
- Progression Review and PGR Manager – 13 November 2024, 13:00 – 14:00 (online)
How to engage with the supervisor development programme – a new resourceÌý
A new graphic has been produced that illustrates how best to engage with the supervisor development programme.Ìý It is available on the SharePoint site .Ìý