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.

Upcoming sessions
Past sessions

New international HDR students: Compulsory information session

30 July 2019 10:30am–12:30pm

in Orientation

Get valuable information to support you as a new international HDR student.

RQ 3 HDR orientation

30 July 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

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

RQ 4 HDR orientation

12 November 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

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

RQ 2 HDR orientation

14 May 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international. Registrations will open on 1 April, 2019.

RQ 1 HDR orientation

12 February 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

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