Hi guys,

I have my first meeting with my PhD supervisors on Thursday, and I start on on the 2nd of October. They seem very professional and polite, but I just have no idea what to expect! My course is a fully-funded University Studentship in Sociology/Social Policy.

Any "do's and don'ts" would be hugely appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Chris

Just be yourself. You might want to read a little on the topic, but other than that, dont be stressed. Everything will be fine.
During my first meeting with my supervisors, my professor was telling me about her family, the organizations she is affiliated with etc.

I'm in the exact same position as you at the minute (only a different subject in the Social Sciences), so I'm glad you brought this up!

The early meetings will probably just be about getting to know each other, discussing any initial ideas you have and setting expectations around supervision (frequency of meetings etc). There might be some induction stuff to discuss. I would say just relax!

Hint: *sit next to the table with the wine on it*