Welcome to the Development Program for Research Supervision (DPRS)
Who the program is for?
Any academic at the University of Sydney is welcome to register for this program (free of charge).
The program is intended primarily for those who are either new to research or new to research supervision at this University. Completing this program fulfils a requirement, set by the Academic Board, for being placed on the Supervision Registry.
However, the program may also interest those seeking information about research supervision, including: institutional policies and procedures governing research education at this University; scholarly and research literature on supervision; and case studies and other resources on supervision development.
Academics at other universities who would like to access this program (for a fee) may contact Ms Susan Robinson for more information.
The aims of the program
The 7 modules of the DPRS are designed to guide you - as you work independently or with colleagues - through a process of exploring key issues in research supervision.
The modules aim to:
- develop (or further develop) your skills and expertise as a supervisor
- develop (or further develop) your ability to manage the supervisory process to ensure timely completion of theses;
- ensure that you are aware of University policies and procedures for research higher degree study; and
- encourage you to develop a critical, self-reflective approach to supervision.
Each module focuses on a distinct stage or aspect of supervision. The modules are as follows:
- Preparing for supervision
- Meeting your student
- Managing the process
- End of year review
- Helping your student to write
- Completing the thesis
- Supervision Forum
NEXT: To complete the program