Supervision and Support

All students at IMPRS-UFAST are integrated into a supportive supervisory structure throughout the 3 years of their doctoral studies. Within this structure, the Principal Advisor assumes a key function, directly supervising the thesis research and advising the student on academic matters in a daily context.

A second layer of supervision is provided by an Advisory Panel which is made up of the Principal Advisor and a further two scientists. The task of the Panel is to accompany the student throughout their doctoral studies and to provide direction and advice at key stages in the process. It will meet with the student in set intervals to discuss the progress made within the thesis project, provide scientific advice, and offer guidance on the student’s general academic training. The Advisory Panels submits a report to the IMPRS-UFAST coordination office which monitors student development and progress.