Early candidature is the time to lay the groundwork for successful completion of your degree. It is important that you take the time to think about where you are headed after graduation, and what steps you may need to take to get there. It is also your chance to develop skills that will help you manage your time and avoid procrastination.

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].

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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 [Webinar]

25 September 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

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.

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.

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

22 September 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Exploring and predicting using linear regression in SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

18 September 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use SPSS to explore, analyse, and interpret statistical relationships between variables through linear regression, guided by practical exercises and expert instruction. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus. Registration closes 9am 11 September.

Assertiveness: Finding Your Voice [webinar]

15 September 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts.

Introduction to Statistics (DSCRP) [webinar]

15 September 2026 9:00am–12:30pm
Introduction to Statistics. Registration closes 9am on 11 September.

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

11 September 2026 10:00am–12:30pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Demystifying HDR Progress Reviews at UQ [Webinar]

9 September 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
Learn what HDR Progress Review panels at UQ are really looking for and how to effectively prepare, respond to feedback, and stay on track for successful thesis completion.

Understanding quantitative data and performing descriptive analyses (ISSR) [webinar]

9 September 2026 9:00am–12:00pm
This course is intended for HDR students who are new to working with quantitative data, or would like to refresh the basics. Registration closes 9am, 7 September.

Resilient researcher: Becoming a Resilient Researcher [Webinar]

8 September 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
Build your resilience for your research degree and beyond.

Planning to publish [webinar]

8 September 2026 10:00am–11:30am
This training will introduce you to the principles of strategic publishing and help you make informed decisions about where and how to publish your research for a rewarding experience and growing research career.

Principles of Research Design (ISSR) [webinar]

8 September 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
Learn the basics of research design which is a key component of any research study.

How to navigate an academic career [webinar]

3 September 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Explore specific ideas, tools and techniques to navigate an academic career.

Career shaping: Understand your skills and identify opportunities [St Lucia]

1 September 2026 12:30pm–3:00pm
Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

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