Please note, this cross-university development programme formed part of a central supervisor development offer delivered by the Doctoral School alongside the Doctoral Supervisor Development Programme (DSDP), UKCGE research supervisor recognition application support (offering opportunities for good supervisory practice to be recognised through peer-review and a national award) and other opportunities as outlined under Supervision (for Staff). Supervisors can select the most appropriate level of training to meet their needs, rather than having to work through the different ‘levels’, in turn. If you are new to supervision we recommend completing the DSDP first, followed by UKCGE Recognition application support.
The Intermediate Supervisor Development Award is designed to support research supervisors to develop their practice as they progress their supervision activity. It provides an opportunity for Sheffield Hallam supervisors to connect with a cross-University community of practice.
To achieve the Award requires completion of three sessions: Managing Relationships; Supporting Research and Writing; Monitoring Progress, Pastoral Support and Continuous Professional Development. Please also note it is possible to opt to attend individual sessions as appropriate but the Intermediate Supervisor Development award will only be achieved upon successful completion of all three sessions (these can be a mix of in person or online delivery).
Session 1: Managing Relationships
No dates currently scheduled
This session explores building and managing relationships between candidates and supervisors and between the supervisory team. We will be covering areas such as:
· Understanding the diversity of the student population and its implications for supervision
· How to set expectations
· Understand different supervisory styles
· Recognise the changing needs of students throughout their doctoral journey
· Managing supervisory teams
· Understanding institutional regulations and the support systems available
Session 2: Supporting Research and Writing
No dates currently scheduled
This session focuses on the various approaches that may be employed to support candidates to research, write and publish throughout their doctoral journey. In addition, understand the importance of providing meaningful feedback and support. The themes covered in this session will include:
· Discussing conceptions and misconceptions of research
· Considering issues of academic integrity, intellectual property, co-publications
· Finalising and developing research topics, methodologies, proposals and ethics
· Advising on skills development and understanding the available support systems within the University for Doctoral students.
· How to provide constructive and actionable feedback
· Modelling the process of publication
· Establishing a post-doctoral dissemination plan
Session 3: Monitoring Progress, Pastoral Support and Continuous Professional Development
No dates currently scheduled
This session explores the wider skills and responsibilities of doctoral supervisors. These include acting as a mentor, supporting career aspirations and being a good role model. Areas covered in this session will include:
· Keeping students motivated
· Managing the progress of students
· Supporting candidates with personal issues, well-being, work-life balance etc.
· Understanding University Support Structures and Policies
· Providing career guidance and support
ISDA is not currently running, please refer to the Supervision (for Staff) resources page for alternative opportunities and/or join the Research Supervisor Network MS Team.