The tutor is responsible for ensuring that the training and research activity of the doctoral student align with the principles of the program and, where applicable, those of the Doctoral School. This role is held by a PhD holder with accredited research experience and affiliation with the program. The tutor acts as a liaison between the doctoral student and the Academic Committee. The tutor may or may not be the same person as the thesis supervisor.

Any PhD holder with duly accredited research experience may be a thesis supervisor, regardless of their home institution. A thesis may be co-supervised by up to three people.

This agent is responsible for defining, updating, ensuring quality and coordinating the programme. They oversee the progress of the research and the doctoral candidate's training, and authorise the submission of the thesis.