Training for PGR supervisors

Supervisors of PGR students must attend training for new PGR supervisors or refresher training every five years. The training process includes a short Moodle course and a live synchronous workshop.

Existing supervisors who have completed the new supervisor training can choose from various workshop options for refresher training. For information on available training workshops, please refer to the ASDP teaching workshops page.

Workshop dates

To check the dates for live training for new PGR supervisors and refresher training workshops, visit the ASDP teaching workshops page.

Moodle

Additionally, supervisors must complete a brief online Moodle course along with the live training. Access the essential Moodle training resources for new PGR supervisors at https://moody.st-andrews.ac.uk/moodle/course/view.php?id=9555. To register for the Refresher training Moodle, please email asd-osds@st-andrews.ac.uk.

We have prepared a comprehensive document for Heads of Schools and Directors of Postgraduate Researchers to refer to for more details on the necessary requirements.

PGR Supervisor Training (PDF, 233 KB)

Policies, procedures and guidance

The Policy on Supervision of Postgraduate Research Students lays out the roles and expectations for students and staff for the supervision of postgraduate research students. You should read the policy in full before supervising for the first time.

Integrity, ethics and governance (additional links)

Registry Contact Details

Careers, student services and research (additional links)

Development opportunities for PGR students