CPD type
Workshop
Supervisor experience
All supervisor levels
Intervention lead author
Dr Gitte Wichmann-Hansen & Dr Mirjam Godskesen
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Released as part of
Phase 1
Piloting feedback deadline
31 March 2026
Page last updated
23 September 2025
This session invites supervisors to reflect on their role. Metaphorical images of office spaces illustrate different supervisory styles, sparking group discussion on how PGRs might experience their approach. The distinction between process- and product-oriented supervision highlights the PhD as a learning journey. Finally, a pedagogical and a flow model are introduced to support more intentional and educationally informed supervision.
Learning objectives
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
reflect on and get insight into their supervisory identity and practices
gain self-awareness of how their PGRs perceive their supervisory style
acknowledge PGR supervision as a pedagogical role.
Delivery format & timings
60-minute session delivered either in person or online
Criteria alignment with the UKCGE's Good Supervisory Practice Framework
Theme(s)
Being a research supervisor
What is included in this resource pack?
Who are you as a supervisor_Facilitator Manual [.PDF]: This manual outlines how to deliver and adapt the workshop.
Who are you as a supervisor_Facilitator Slides [.PPTX]: These PowerPoint slides can be used for both in-person and online sessions.
Resource pack format
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