Hosted by the Doctoral College, these one hour online lunch bite sessions supplement the regular New and Established Supervisory Development Sessions and are aimed at all academic staff who are new to, or experienced at, supervising research degree students and are interested in expanding their knowledge of a specific aspect or process in research degree supervision.
Each session will be led by a senior academic who will introduce the topic, and staff will benefit from discussions aimed at sharing best practice from across BU. Bookings are arranged by Organisational Development.
This session is focused on expanding individuals’ knowledge on the probationary review process and responsibilities involved in supervising and reviewing a probationary review. This discussion will be led by Dr Vanessa Heaslip, FHSS.
Staff attending this session will:
- have gained additional knowledge of the purpose of the Probationary Review
- have gained additional knowledge of the role of the supervisor in the process
- have gained additional knowledge of the role of the reviewer in the process
- be aware of the relevant sections of the Code of Practice for Research Degrees
Further details on the session as well as information on future lunchbite sessions can also be found on the staff intranet.
Date: Tuesday 23 November 2021
Time: 12:00 – 13:00
To book a place on this session please complete the booking form.
Further details and future sessions can also be found on the Supervisory Development Lunchbite Sessions staff intranet page.











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