The Dynamic Postgraduate Co-supervision of a Seasoned Statistics Professor and a Proficient Computer Science Lecturer

Solly Matshonisa Seeletse, Tsakani Violet Ndobe

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This manuscript explores the dynamics of co-supervision in academic research between an over-60-year-old male professor with expertise in statistics, mathematics, port management, business management, and management consulting, and a 43-year-old female computer science lecturer with a strong background in computer techniques. The study examines the potential strengths and challenges of such a partnership in guiding postgraduate (PG) students in the field of computer science. Key strengths include the synergy between interdisciplinary knowledge, a balanced skill set, and the opportunity for a broader research scope. Challenges include generational and technological gaps, differences in methodology, time management, and communication barriers. The paper offers strategies to overcome these challenges and highlights the potential for innovative research outcomes, student skill development, and professional growth for both supervisors. The collaboration between the academics can serve as a model for interdisciplinary co-supervision, fostering a holistic approach to research and academic mentorship.

Keywords


Academic mentorship; Co-supervision; Generational dynamics; Interdisciplinary research; Research collaboration

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