After successful completion of the course, students are able to...
- understand the underlying processes in group dyamics when being responsible for a mentoring group - understand how to manage group dynamics- try out and apply the methods for leading a group - support PhD students in the beginning of their PhD studies at TU Wien
Activity / Training Requirement for Peer2Peer DOC Mentors
Application Process incl. application video
Introduction to Peer2Peer DOC & Mentor Briefing & 1st Mentor Get-Together
External Training: Problem-Solving Skills & Critical Thinking
External Training: Inclusivity & Cultural Awareness
In-Person Kick-Off Event incl. Matching of all Mentors & Mentees
10x 1:1 Mentor-Mentee Meetings & preparation for those gatherings (on average 2x/month for 5 months; in-person or virtually; average duration incl. preparation time 3 hours)
2x Virtual Check-In with Peer2Peer DOC Program Team (average duration incl. preparation time 2.5 hours)
4x Virtual “Mentors Get-Together” (average duration incl. preparation time 2.5 hours)
Documentation & Program Feedback
Peer2Peer DOC Celebration with all Mentors & Mentees
Program introduction by the program management, seminars and workshops; regular meetings with other mentors , the mentees and the program management.
After completion of the entire program, as well as submission of mentor documentation and feedback, a certificate of 3 ECTS (Transferable Skills Catalog / Social Competence) is issued to mentors. Additionally, mentors will receive a confirmation of participation from the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs. The dean responsible for each mentors’ PhD studies decides on the applicability of these ECTS as a social skill as part of your curriculum’s requirements.