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Mastering Doctoral Supervision - Foundational Course

Become a Confident and Effective Doctoral Supervisor

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Foundational Doctoral Faculty Development Course: Mastering Doctoral Supervision

Become a confident and effective doctoral supervisor

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Build the Competencies that Define Excellent Doctoral Supervision.

Doctoral supervision is one of the most influential and rewarding responsibilities in academia—yet it remains one of the least formally taught.

The Foundational Doctoral Faculty Development course equips doctoral graduates, emerging supervisors, and academic practitioners with the core competencies needed to supervise with clarity, insight, and academic rigour.

This 8-week online course blends expert-led instruction, peer learning, case analysis, and reflective practice to help you build the mindset and methods of an excellent doctoral supervisor. 

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Why this Course on Mastering Doctoral Supervision?

This course helps you understand what effective supervision looks like, why it often goes wrong, and how to guide doctoral candidates with intention and impact. Doctoral supervision requires more than subject-matter expertise. It demands:

  • clear and structured guidance
  • the ability to support novice researchers
  • strong formative feedback practices
  • an understanding of the doctoral learning journey
  • awareness of where supervision breaks down
  • empathy, patience, and professional leadership

Who Should Join the Course on Mastering Doctoral Supervision?

This course is ideal for:

  • New or aspiring doctoral supervisors
  • Experienced doctoral practitioners transitioning into academia or supervision
  • Research mentors and academics who want to strengthen their supervisory practice
  • Doctoral graduates preparing for doctoral faculty roles

Whether you are beginning your supervisory journey or seeking to refine your approach, this course provides the foundation you need for excellence.

What You Will Learn

Supervision Foundations
  • Understand what high-quality supervision looks like in practice
  • Recognise the typical barriers that hinder doctoral progress
  • Navigate interpersonal, academic, and systemic supervision challenges
Feedback & Guidance
  • Provide constructive, developmental, and actionable feedback
  • Guide novice researchers through uncertainty and complexity
  • Foster autonomy, research maturity, and scholarly rigor
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Reflective Practice
  • Analyse your own doctoral experience to identify biases and blind spots
  • Learn from real supervision cases to refine your mentoring approach
  • Build a structured, supportive supervisory style

Throughout the course, you will engage in weekly live sessions, peer discussions, and hands-on supervision exercises designed to sharpen your judgment and elevate your supervision practice.

Mastering Doctoral Supervision

The Mastering Doctoral Supervision course offers an intensive 8-week learning journey where you will develop the essential skills, tools, and professional habits required for effective doctoral supervision.
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Course Highlights

DURATION

8 Weeks.
With a final best paper contest.

START DATE

February, June and October each year.
3 Intakes per year.

FEES

Standard fees: 1,950€*
*The following discounts apply: ● 30% discount for Doctoral Faculty Development Programme members ● Free for DoctorateHub GSBM Faculty as part of the Continuous Professional Development allowance.

STRUCTURE

Weekly assignments and readings.
Fully online with weekly life sessions.

LOCATION

Fully online with weekly life sessions.
Course forums for weekly discussions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Doctoratal degree, 5 years of professional experience.
Certificate of Attendance upon successful completion.

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FAQs

What are the admission requirements

To hold a doctoral degree and 5 years of professional experiences. 

What are the course fees?

The course fees are 1,950€.

The following discounts apply:
● 30% discount for Doctoral Faculty Development Programme members
● Free for DoctorateHub GSBM Faculty as part of the Continuous Professional Development allowance.

Do I need to be a member of the Doctoral Faculty Development programme to attend this course?

No. The course is open to holders of research doctorates.

However, members of the Doctoral Development Programme will be admitted first.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes. The following discounts apply:
● 30% discount for Doctoral Faculty Development Programme members
● Free for DoctorateHub GSBM Faculty as part of the Continuous Professional Development allowance.

Is this initial foundational course a mandatory training for the Doctoral Faculty Development Programme?

No, but it is highly recommended to attend this course at the start of the programme.

Our experience has shown that participants of this course develop a shared understanding about the essentials of doctoral supervision practices.

Ready to Elevate Your Doctoral Supervision skills?

Take the next step toward becoming a supervisor prepared to educate and mentor the next generation of doctoral scholars.

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