Abstract
Objectives:
Scholarly projects (SPs) are a compulsory component of psychiatry training in Australasia. This article outlines the role of a research supervisor in supporting a trainee to complete an SP.
Methods:
A total of 10 old age and forensic psychiatry SPs were reviewed with regard to aims, methodology, supervisor input, trainee tasks and additional resources.
Results:
The main supervisor tasks are described and discussed. They include practical advice on study design, ethics applications, critical appraisal, data analysis, academic writing and publication.
Conclusions:
Supervising SPs can bring significant rewards in awakening a trainee’s interest in research. Key competencies for research supervision are discussed and further recommendations for supervisor support and training are provided.
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