PGR handbook - University of Salford

It is good idea to keep your supervisor informed of any short periods of illness, particularly ifthese are frequent, so that any potential impact on progress can be identified and any additionalsupport provided if thought necessary.What happens if my supervisory team has to change?If a member of the supervisory team is retiring or leaving the University, then a new supervisormay need to be appointed. Your supervisor should nominate a temporary or permanentreplacement and be prepared to make appropriate handover arrangements. All changes to thesupervisory team are subject to confirmation by the School. If this is happening to you and youhave questions or concerns, please address them in the first instance to your PG Co-ordinator.What happens if my supervisor goes on study leave?If your supervisor is going on study leave or will be absent for a planned period, they will makearrangements with you and discuss these with you before they go. You supervisor will continueto keep in touch with you, via e-mail and/or the telephone, discussing any academic issues andreceiving and returning work electronically or through the post. Make sure that you haveaccurate contact details for your supervisor whilst they are away, and address anypastoral/personal concerns to your Personal TutorWhat if I have learning difficulties?If you suffer from dyslexia, dyspraxia or other form of learning difference, you should contactStudent Life http://www.advice.salford.ac.uk/disability Our specialist Disability Advisors can makesure you have the assistance you need in lectures and exams, provide equipment loans and helpyou apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA) funding.What if I have a disability?During the admissions process any disability which you have disclosed will be flagged, and areferral made to the Disability Service for assessment. The University’s definition of a disabilityincludes:physical disability;sensory impairment;mental health difficulties;chronic health conditions(e.g. asthma, epilepsy, diabetes);medical conditions which may cause pain or other symptoms which affect your studies;specific learning difficulties (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia).any other condition which has a significant effect on your ability to study.The University’s disability statement can be accessed at: http://www.advice.salford.ac.uk/disabilityIf you have disclosed a disability to your supervisor, they should work with you to help identifyways in which you may be supported in your studies. The University has a number of supportservices who can offer help and advice. You should discuss with your supervisor the impact, ifany, of research activity on your disability.What do I do if I require maternity or paternity leave?PGR students are entitled to a period of maternity or paternity leave in accordance withUniversity regulations. For further information please telephone 0161 295 0023 or alternativelyvisit http://www.advice.salford.ac.uk/47