Supervision Problems
Problems with supervision may occur for everybody. Supervision problems may include:
- poor communications
- breakdown in supervisor/student relationship
- lack of progress
- supervisor not contactable
- lack of direction
Who can help?
Principle Supervisor or Co-Supervisor - but if you are unable to discuss problems with your supervisor(s) personally, there are several avenues of help open to you:
Head of School
Confidentiality
When you consult with anyone regarding your problems, you should be able to rely on their discretion in keeping the matter confidential and only disclosing necessary facts in order to progress your case.
You are worth it
Whatever you do, don’t feel so discouraged that the only way out of your problems seems to be to drop out. You have come a very long way to reach your present position, and there are many people at UNE who appreciate this and who will do their utmost to help you manage your situation and realize your ambition of graduating with your research degree.
- Explore all avenues
- YOU ARE NOT ALONE
- There are many ways to solve problems and issues - try the people listed above before giving up.