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.

Past sessions

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.

New international HDR students: Compulsory information session

12 February 2019 10:30am–11:30am

in Orientation

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

RQ 4 HDR orientation

6 November 2018 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

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

RQ 3 HDR orientation

1 August 2018 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates. You should attend even if you have been unable to register.

RQ 2 HDR orientation

22 May 2018 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Orientation

Orientation is compulsory for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international. Registrations will open on 1 April, 2018.