thesis advisor
[/ˈθiːsɪs ədˈvaɪzər/]
nounpl: thesis advisors
orientador de tese
1. A faculty member or academic professional who supervises and guides a student's thesis or dissertation research and writing
My thesis advisor helped me refine my research methodology and provided feedback on my drafts.
Meu orientador de tese me ajudou a refinar minha metodologia de pesquisa e forneceu feedback sobre meus rascunhos.
2. An experienced academic who provides expert guidance on the content, structure, and quality of a graduate-level thesis
The thesis advisor must approve the final version before submission to the committee.
O orientador de tese deve aprovar a versão final antes da submissão à banca.
In Brazil and Portugal, the thesis advisor holds a significant role in graduate education, often serving as both an academic guide and mentor. The relationship is typically more formalized than in some English-speaking countries, with regular meetings and formal approval processes. This position is highly respected in academic communities, and the advisor's endorsement is crucial for thesis acceptance and degree completion.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under the guidance of a thesis advisor
approved by one's thesis advisor
working closely with a thesis advisor
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