Tag Archives: PhD supervision

How to get a rock star supervisor

How to get a rock star supervisor

Whether it is art, science or a little bit of magic, choosing the ‘right’ phd supervisor is one of the most important decisions you will make. There is no doubt that a little bit of luck (or magic) is involved, and both students and supervisors sometimes wish they had a crystal ball that would enable […] … learn more→

Ten types of PhD supervisor relationships - which is yours?

Ten types of PhD supervisor relationships – which is yours?

It’s no secret that getting a PhD is a stressful process. One of the factors that can help or hinder this period of study is the relationship between supervisor and student. Research shows that effective supervision can significantly influence the quality of the PhD and its success or failure. PhD supervisors tend to fulfil several […] … learn more→

THAT meeting

For me, THAT meeting happened about six months into my PhD. I was sitting there in my senior supervisor’s office, trying not to let it show that things were not good at all. My senior supervisor who is very perceptive (usually) noticed immediately. “You’re not happy with your thesis topic, are you?” That one question […] … learn more→