Higher Degree Research Supervision
Managing graduate researchers is an important role. It combines your skills as a researcher and teacher as well as your deep understanding of how the practise of research connects to the world beyond the campus.
As you help your graduate shape a career in research it’s important that you understand the University’s expectations as well as those of your candidate.
Please see our resource for Distance Supervision on this page.
Supervision Enhancement Program
The Supervision Enhancement Program includes the mandatory HDRS Orientation Program and the HDRS Fellowship Program.
HDR Policy and Procedures
HDR Supervision is closely governed by the MQ Policy and Procedures and related legislation and documents as noted on the policy.
Data management
Although it is your candidate's responsibility to ensure they are adhering to all ethical and methodical requirements of data management, they may look to you for guidance.
Candidature Management
As a supervisor, you will collaborate with HDR candidates to develop candidature management planning strategies.
Examinations
Finding the right examiners for your candidate is a crucial part of being a supervisor.
Training support for candidates
It is important that HDR Supervisors are aware of the support MQ provides for HDR candidates.
Last updated April 2019