آیین‌نامه اجرایی دوره دکتری تخصصی (Ph.D.) - دانشگاه ارومیه 1397.pdf

### Summary of Key Points

1. Advisory Committee Responsibilities:
- The advisory committee is responsible for approving the selection of a thesis advisor and any co-advisors or consultants.
- Advisors must have at least three years of experience in teaching or research.

2. Thesis Advisor Appointment:
- A thesis advisor should be appointed by the end of the first semester of the student's enrollment.
- If no advisor is appointed, the department head assumes the responsibilities temporarily.

3. Co-Advisors and Consultants:
- In cases where multiple advisors are needed, at least 51% of the thesis guidance must be provided by the primary advisor.
- Co-advisors or consultants can be selected based on recommendations from the primary advisor and approval from the department committee.

4. Special Circumstances:
- Under special conditions, advisors may also include experts employed in government or non-government organizations outside the university.
- The selection process for these advisors is subject to the discretion of the university's academic advisory committee.

5. Teaching and Advisory Qualifications:
- To qualify as a thesis advisor, one must hold at least a doctoral degree with an associate professor rank or higher.
- A minimum of three years of teaching experience in postgraduate programs is required.

6. Additional Provisions:
- The university's academic advisory committee has the authority to make exceptions and appoint advisors from outside the university under specific conditions.

These points outline the framework for selecting thesis advisors, ensuring that students receive guidance from qualified and experienced faculty members or experts.