PhD studies are conceived of as primarily an individual course of studies in which the professional relation between a supervisor and a student is of a crucial importance. Successful communication between a student and his or her supervisor is then reflected in meeting the targets set by the individual study plan. Supervisor play an irreplaceable role in PhD studies. They are responsible for the quality of PhD project and for professional supervision of the student.

A list of supervisors of the doctoral study programme Addiction: Specialization in Health Care