Based on the latest research and covering key recent developments in supervisory practice, the third edition of A Handbook for Doctoral Supervisors is designed to support new and established supervisors in reviewing how they may make their supervision practice more effective day to day.

Acknowledgements; Introduction; PART I The context; 1. The overall context; 2. The institutional context; 3. The disciplinary context; 4. The programme context; PART II Preparing the ground; 5. Recruitment and selection; 6. Working relationships with candidates; 7. Working relationships with co-supervisors; PART III Supporting the research project; 8. Academic advice and support: Approaching research; 9. Academic guidance and support: The research project; 10. Encouraging writing and giving feedback; 11. Keeping the research on track and monitoring progress; PART IV Supporting the candidate; 12. Pastoral support; 13. Supporting professional knowledge and skills; 14. Supporting preparation for careers; PART V Supporting diversity; 15. Supporting diversity 1) non-traditional candidates; 16. Supporting diversity 2) international candidates; 17. Supporting diversity 3) part-time and off-campus candidates; PART V1 Completion and examination; 18. Drafting and submission; 19. Examination; PART VII Enhancing practice; 20. Evaluation, reflection, recognition and dissemination; Conclusions; Index