What you need to know as an Honours Supervisor

University policies

As an Honours supervisor you need to be aware of and apply a number of important University plans, policies and procedures. The following FAQs provide you with an overview of these policies with links to more detailed information, specific policy documents and useful resources. Please click onto each question set out below for further information about the issue raised.


Q1	What are my specific responsibilities as a supervisor?
Q2	What are my additional responsibilities as an Honours Coordinator?
Q3	How often should I meet with the student(s) I supervise?
Q4	What can I legitimately expect from the student(s) I supervise?
Q5	What do I do if I feel that a student is not making satisfactory progress despite my attempts to assist him/her with problems?
Q6	What are my obligations should I need to take leave?
Q7	How should I handle requests for special consideration where a student is unable to meet a submission date?
Q8	What should I do if I suspect plagiarism?
Q9	What is my role in the examination process?
Q10	What is my role in the determination of final marks?
Q11	What should I do if a student complains about a mark that has been awarded for their research project/thesis?

All University policies are located in the Policy Directory. Just click onto the Learning and Teaching link for a list of policies relevant to your role as an Honours supervisor.

There will also be faculty-specific policies and procedures that implement the University policies within your own academic unit. You should check your own faculty web pages for these policies and procedures.

Professional and support services

Information and support is available on the Teaching and Learning website.

Last reviewed: 12 January, 2009

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