PhD Courses in Denmark

Supervision: Co-Create a Motivating and Effective PhD Journey (for PhD Supervisors and Students)

The Royal Danish Academy, the PhD School

The road to a PhD can feel long and challenging for both the student and you, the supervisor. The complex relationship between you requires more than just academic expertise. This course provides you and your student with the tools needed to create a meaningful and effective PhD supervision process that fosters job satisfaction and ensures high quality.

What You Will Learn
We will start with the everyday challenges you face and dive into the dynamics between supervisor and student. The course isn't about finding one best practice, because every relationship is unique. Instead, we focus on expanding your repertoire of pedagogical approaches so you can navigate different situations and create a trusting space for academic development.

The course is for both PhD supervisors and PhD students from the Royal Danish Academy. Over two days, you will learn to:

  • Master different roles: Learn to switch between being a mentor, facilitator, sparring partner, and more, depending on the PhD student's needs.
  • Give motivating feedback: Practice giving feedback that not only points out mistakes but also helps the student grow.
  • Handle challenges: Get concrete tools for managing typical challenges in the different phases of the process.
  • Strengthen well-being: Learn to spot signs of stress and well-being issues, and how to best address them.
  • Use peer supervision: Discover how you and your colleagues can use each other to develop your supervisory practice.

Practical Information

  • Target Audience: All PhD supervisors and PhD students at the Royal Danish Academy.
  • Preparation: Before the course, you will be asked to describe your experiences with PhD supervision.
  • Format: The course alternates between presentations, discussions, and practical exercises. Course materials will be shared on the course's learning platform.
  • Instructor: Thomas Harboe, Chief Consultant and PhD with over 30 years of experience.

This course is your opportunity to strengthen your skills and create a more effective and enriching PhD journey.
If you have any questions about the course or registration, please feel free to contact us.

Dates
Thursday, January 21 – 0900-1530. 
Friday, January 22 – 0900- 1500.
 (Lunch: 1145).

ECTS
2

Application deadline: 
15-12-2025

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