Induction conversation

The mandatory induction conversation between a new PhD candidate and the main supervisor aims at clarifying the expectations between the two parties.

Bildet kan inneholde: møbler, datamaskin, bord, personlig datamaskin, laptop.The purpose is to facilitate a conversation on topics like:

  • aim of the doctoral education
  • supervision (frequence of meetings etc.)
  • research (degree of independence etc.)
  • educational component/mandatory teaching
  • working hours

Forms

Each department has its own adapted version of the induction conversation tool. The completed forms are not collected or archived. 

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Published May 19, 2025 2:01 PM - Last modified Aug. 17, 2026 3:27 PM