Good Doctoral Supervision
The University of Mannheim has put together a list of important guides, documents and contact persons to ensure that, as a supervisor, you are in the best position to support your doctoral candidates.
Guides to Good Doctoral Supervision
The German University Association of Advanced Graduate Training (GUAT) and the quality assurance network for doctoral degrees (Qualitätszirkel Promotion), have written guidelines for good doctoral supervision.
Advising Agreement
Ombudspersons
Ombudspersons for early-stage researchers are available to both parties if differences between supervisors and their doctoral students arise during the course of the doctorate. They will give you confidential advice and provide suggestions on how to resolve conflicts.
Ombudspersons at the University of Mannheim are:
Prof. Dr. Annette Kehnel
Prof. Dr. Thorsten MeiserYou are also welcome to make an appointment with Ms. Bradt, the advisor on doctoral studies at the University of Mannheim, before contacting an ombudsperson.
Good to Know
Ombudspersons at the University of Mannheim mediate between doctoral candidates and their supervisors if disagreements arise. Find out more about good research practice at the University of Mannheim.
