CDF workshops and activities are supported by the Student Services Amenities Fee. Dates and times are indicative and subject to change without notice. While we endeavour to remain current, sessions can change suddenly due to circumstances beyond our control. ALWAYS register in Student Hub to stay updated.

   

Data visualisation and digital tools for effective scientific communication [webinar]

27 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn practical principles for transforming complex research data into clear, publication-ready visual outputs.

GenAI for Scholarly Work Part 1: Using GenAI to Master Literature and Theory [webinar]

28 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how Generative AI can enrich your academic work through an interactive two‑part series that explores using AI to master literature and theory and to enhance academic writing.

Maximising Research Impact: Strategies to strengthen your track record during your PhD [St Lucia]

28 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to articulate and showcase your research impact through practical strategies, real-world examples, and reflective exercises in this interactive workshop. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

The Principles of Machine Learning (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

29 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
Learn the core principles of machine learning through practical, Python‑based activities that take you from data preparation to building and evaluating real predictive models. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus. Registration closes 9am, 22 October.

Research communication and outreach: Making complex ideas engaging and accessible [St Lucia]

29 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to communicate your research clearly, confidently, and with impact by adapting complex ideas for different audiences.

GenAI for Scholarly Work Part 2: Using GenAI for Academic Writing [webinar]

29 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how Generative AI can enrich your academic work through an interactive two‑part series that explores using AI to master literature and theory and to enhance academic writing.

Impactful presentations: Physical Development [St Lucia]

2 November 2026 9:30am–2:00pm
This interactive and highly practical workshop will help you to transforming your physical skills for high energy presentations, enabling you to deliver with clarity and confidence.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

3 November 2026 10:30am–12:30pm
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.

HDR Orientation [webinar]

3 November 2026 2:00pm–3:30pm
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

Metagenomics Using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

4 November 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces metagenomic analysis using MOTHUR in Galaxy. Registration closes 9am, 28 October.

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Career identity: Build your personal brand [webinar]

9 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
This workshop provides pragmatic strategies to define your personal and research brand.

Career strategy: Plan for your future [webinar]

17 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Successful careers are a result of good planning. Get started early with your career strategy.

A winning mindset: Coaching for performance [webinar]

22 October 2026 10:00am–12:30pm
Our mindset is the foundation for success in life and careers. Learn to develop a winning mindset and practice coaching which is an essential workplace skill.

Easy automated image classification with Python and Roboflow (DSCRP) [webinar]

22 October 2026 9:00am–11:30am
Learn to quickly build and deploy a computer‑vision model using Roboflow. Registration closes 15 October, 9am.

What DO examiners really want? [Webinar]

21 October 2026 1:00pm–3:30pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare?

Communicating qualitative research [Webinar]

21 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how to communicate your methods and results for qualitative studies as well as communicate to address questions of rigour.

Buzz and beyond: How to track and showcase your research influence [webinar]

Cancelled
21 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Want your research to create buzz and engage with the broader community? This workshop is designed to help you learn how to engage others with your work and demonstrate its influence. (Previously known as Promoting your research impact: Collecting evidence of research engagement).

Data literacy, storytelling and influencing decision-makers [webinar]

20 October 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
This course is designed for HDR students aiming to master the skills of identifying, interpreting, and drawing informed conclusions from diverse data sources. Registration closes 15 October.

Effective writing strategies in research [St Lucia]

19 October 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
Join an interactive workshop where experienced academics share practical writing strategies and time-management tips to help HDR students boost research productivity, connect with peers, and put learning into action.

Introduction to SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

16 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to SPSS, guiding beginners or those looking to build confidence through the essentials of data import, management, and basic statistical analysis. It will be delivered in person at the St Lucia campus. Registrations close 9 October, 9am.

Career shaping: Resume and selection criteria [St Lucia]

15 October 2026 10:30am–1:00pm
Write a great resume tailored to your audience and learn how to respond to selection criteria.

Research integrity in HDR training (student only session) [webinar]

15 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn about research integrity policies, advisors' and candidates' main obligations through a discussive, interactive session using real life scenarios. [This workshop differs from the mandatory online Research Integrity module which must still be completed as part of the Early Candidature Checkpoint].

Longitudinal and mixed model analysis using R (DSCRP) [webinar]

14 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This practical workshop will develop participants’ understanding of the principles, methods, and interpretation of statistical models for longitudinal data. Participants must know R and be familiar with the concepts of statistical hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Registration closes 7 October at 9am.

Story Moods with Kathleen Jennings [St Lucia]

13 October 2026 10:30am–12:30pm
Explore a technique for quickly understanding what makes a short story work, start building up your own stories, and learn tricks you can adapt to other forms of writing.

Intermediate Statistics (DSCRP) [webinar]

13 October 2026 9:00am–12:30pm
Intermediate statistics. Registration closes 9am on 9 October.

Writing a literature review for HDRs [webinar]

12 October 2026 2:00pm–3:30pm
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your literature review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

Impactful presentations: Script Development [webinar]

12 October 2026 9:30am–2:00pm
This interactive and highly practical workshop will help you to convert detailed technical research into an audience-friendly and audience-centric script.

Bridging the gap: collaborating with industry as a researcher [webinar]

8 October 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how to effectively navigate and enhance collaborations between academia and industry in this interactive workshop.

Resilient researcher: Understanding yourself and others [webinar]

7 October 2026 11:00am–12:30pm
Your IQ is high. But what about your EQ? The ability to understand ourselves and others is central to career and personal success.

Basic statistical ideas for researchers [webinar]

7 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn ideas relating to research design, descriptive statistics and inferential statistics.

Career shaping: Understand your skills and identify opportunities [webinar]

6 October 2026 11:00am–1:00pm
Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

Tips and tricks for grant applications: the ultimate beginner's guide [St Lucia]

1 October 2026 10:00am–1:00pm
Learn how to write your best grant application from the experts.

GenAI for Scholarly Work Part 2: Using GenAI for Academic Writing [St Lucia]

1 October 2026 9:30am–12:00pm
Learn how Generative AI can enrich your academic work through an interactive two‑part series that explores using AI to master literature and theory and to enhance academic writing. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus.

GenAI for Scholarly Work Part 1: Using GenAI to Master Literature and Theory [St Lucia]

30 September 2026 9:30am–12:00pm
Learn how Generative AI can enrich your academic work through an interactive two‑part series that explores using AI to master literature and theory and to enhance academic writing. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus.

Mental Health First Aid [St Lucia]

28 September 2026 9:00am–29 September 2026 4:30pm
Want to gain the mental health first aid skills to help yourself and others in mental distress? Want to gain the MHFA accreditation that you can put on your CV? Join our 2 full-day MHFA accreditation training offered to HDR students at no cost to you! Please do NOT sign up unless you can commit to attending both days in full. Registration closes 23 September 9am. Workshop delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Ethical and Productive Use of Generative AI Tools as an HDR Candidate [Herston]

25 September 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer. This workshop is livestreamed from the Dutton Park campus.

Ethical and Productive Use of Generative AI Tools as an HDR Candidate [Dutton Park]

25 September 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer. This workshop is presented face to face at the Dutton Park campus.

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Information sessions

In addition to the Career Development Framework sessions, the Graduate School holds information sessions on a range of topics relevant to UQ HDR candidates.

Library

UQ's Library is an excellent source of support and training for HDR candidates.

UQ's Library can help you find resources, manage your data, and make your research discoverable. They can also give you advice on publishing, research impact, and metrics.
UQ's Library provides software training (EndNote, NVivo, Galaxy, Excel, Adobe Acrobat), UQ Research Data Manager drop in sessions, and the excellent Creating a Structured Thesis (CaST) workshop.