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Orientation

    Success in a higher degree by research program can be made easier if you get off to a good start and are aware of your rights and responsibiliites as a HDR student as well as the support and opportunities provided by the University to assist you to successful completion of your degree.  

    Orientation includes important information about:

    • candidature, milestones, scholarship conditions, forms and guidance;
    • training and development opportunities which complement your HDR; 
    • support networks including the UQ Library, Association of Postgraduate Students and where to go if things go wrong.

    The session also includes a presentation by UQ Alumni who share their tips for successful completion of a HDR and the opportunities for future employment, as well as an afternoon tea where you can meet your peers and/or talk to staff from the various support sections of the University.

    Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international. 

    New International HDR students: Compulsory information session

    14 November 2017 10:30am–11:30am
     
    in Orientation
    Registrations will open Wednesday 18 October. Get valuable information to support you as a new international student at UQ.
    Register

    RQ 4 HDR Orientation Session

    14 November 2017 1:30pm–4:30pm
     
    in Orientation
    Registrations will open Wednesday 18 October. Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.   
    Register

    RQ 3 HDR Orientation Session

    8 August 2017 1:30pm–1:45pm
     
    in Orientation
    Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.  International students please note:  You are required to attend an additional half hour session before the main Orientation session. International student Orientation begins at 1:00 pm.