Some students require more attention and resources than others, such that inequalities in the way postgraduate students are contacted, mentored or resourced are inevitable. The School uses annual performance planners for postgraduate research students. These are filled in towards the end of each academic year jointly by the student and the supervisor. The Head of School and the Dean of the Faculty then approves the performance plan. Problems with a student's progress or with a supervisor can be identified via this mechanism and steps taken to rectify them.
Insufficient progress can lead to six monthly evaluations of performance.
Of course, if a student believes that a problem exists with supervision they can approach the Head of School at any time. The Head is required to take action at this point. If still not satisfied with this outcome a student can seek the advice of the Dean of Science or the Dean of Students.