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Supervisor Development

Supervisor Development

Supervisor Development supports and inspires staff in supervisory roles at every stage of their career. Whether you are taking on supervision for the first time or are an experienced supervisor looking to refresh and enhance your practice, the programme offers a range of opportunities to develop your skills, explore emerging topics, and connect with others.

Delivered primarily online, with occasional in-person events, the programme includes Skills Development, Discussion, and Toolbox sessions led by specialist staff and expert guest speakers. These sessions provide practical strategies, evidence-informed approaches, and space to reflect on the opportunities and challenges of supervision.

Throughout the year, supervisors can also take part in Communities of Practice, with an expanded programme during July. These collaborative sessions offer a valuable opportunity to share experiences, exchange ideas, and learn from colleagues across disciplines.

Take a look at the annual Supervisor Development Programme below and bookings here

(The SD programme will be finalised by 14th August and bookings open then)

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Invest in your development as a supervisor—explore the programme, discover new perspectives, and join a community committed to supporting excellent supervision.
 

Foundations of Supervision

Cohort Training Programme

New for 2026-2027

A chance to work alongside your Warwick colleagues over a series of five workshops and events.

Foundations of Supervision

offers a practical starting point for developing a confident, effective and reflective approach to doctoral supervision.

Designed for colleagues who are new to doctoral supervision, this course provides a strong foundation in the knowledge, skills and approaches that support effective supervisory practice. Through a series of practical, interactive sessions, participants will explore key aspects of doctoral supervision, including policies and regulations, active listening, coaching, models of supervision, and supervisory roles and responsibilities.

Starting October 2026 | Monthly until March 2027

Who it’s for

  • New doctoral supervisors
  • Colleagues preparing to supervise a doctorate for the first time

What you’ll gain

  • Greater confidence in your supervisory role
  • Practical skills and strategies for effective supervision
  • A clearer understanding of how to support doctoral researchers

Why join?

  • Build your supervisory knowledge and practice
  • Connect with peers from across the University
  • Reflect on your approach to supervision

Applications open 14th August 2026.

For more information and preview of dates, please go to this page

Annual Programme: Session descriptions and dates

Delivered by the Doctoral College team covering the basics on funding, extensions, temporary withdrawal, submission, upgrade and more. 19th October 12.30-13.30 , 11th February 2026 12.30-13.30 or 17th June 10.00-11.00

 

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