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Mentorship

Connect with a
research mentor

Mentorship is not a single meeting. Tell us what you are studying and where you are in it, and the coordinator matches you with someone who has walked the same road.

01

You tell us where you are

Your qualification, the stage your research has reached, your topic and what you want to get out of mentorship.

02

We find the right person

The coordinator matches you with a mentor working in your field and at your stage, from across the six partner universities.

03

You meet, and keep meeting

A first meeting goes into both calendars. From there the rhythm is yours to set with your mentor.

Your details

Tell us about your research

Everything here goes straight to the coordinator. Nothing is published.


Qualification*

Which degree are you registered for?

Level of study*

Where has your research actually reached? Choose the stage you are working on now.


Your request goes to the MUPSN coordinator, who will be in touch to introduce your mentor.

Common questions

Before you ask

Is mentorship the same as supervision?
No. Your supervisor is appointed by your university and signs off your work. A MUPSN mentor is an additional, informal relationship: someone outside your department who has done what you are doing and can talk you through it.
How long does matching take?
The coordinator reviews requests as they arrive and matches on topic, stage and availability. You will hear back by your preferred contact method.
Does it cost anything?
No. Mentorship through MUPSN is free to members of the network.
Can I ask for a specific person?
Yes. Pick a preferred mentor in the panel beside the form. It is treated as a preference, not a guarantee, because mentors have their own supervision loads.
What if I need help right now?
Book a 45-minute session with a facilitator instead. That is designed for a specific problem you are stuck on this week, and slots are usually available within a few days.