Appointing doctoral supervisors and changes in supervision
Last modified: 05.05.2026
PrintAt the University of Eastern Finland, you have at least two dissertation supervisors. Your supervisors are named in your study right decision for doctoral studies. The requirements for dissertation supervisors vary between faculties.
Faculty-specific requirements for supervisors
Changes in supervision
During the dissertation process, you can apply to add a new supervisor or to end the supervisory relationship with a current supervisor if you have justified reasons.
Justified reasons include, for example:
- your research topic changes or takes a new direction
- your research is not progressing.
Either you or your supervisor can initiate a change in supervision. Changes are agreed upon in cooperation with all parties involved, and the decision is made by the dean.
How to apply for a change in supervision
- Fill in the Change of Supervisors form (link opens in new tab).
- Send the form to your faculty’s contact person (see below).
- You will receive confirmation of the change in supervision approved by the dean from your faculty.
How to send your Change of Supervisors form
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Rights and responsibilities of the doctoral researcher and the supervisor (page in progress)