FBMH Academic Development Programme - RE14: PGR Student Supervision: Examinations and Viva of PhD/MD Students
| Dates: | 1 July 2026 |
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| Times: | 10:00 - 12:00 |
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| What is it: | Workshop |
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| Organiser: | Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health |
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| Who is it for: | University staff |
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| Speaker: | Lizzy Cottrell, David Bechtold, Alison Cox |
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Overview
This is a course on the Academic Development Fellows programme which is intended for those supervising PGR students.
Please note: This session will hold both online and on campus.
Intended learning outcomes
- Understand the thesis submission and viva process at Manchester
- Consider how to select examiners and prepare your students to survive their viva
- Understand the alternative thesis format
- Learn how to become a PhD/MD examiner
Speakers
Lizzy Cottrell
Role: Doctoral Academy Lead for PGR Research Culture
David Bechtold
Role: Associate Dean for Postgraduate Research
Alison Cox
Role: PGR Operations Manager (Funded/External Programmes)
Travel and Contact Information
Find event
Room 4.47
Simon Building
Manchester
