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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.

Turbocharge your writing [online]

6 May 2025 9:00am–28 July 2025 5:00pm
 
in Writing skills
This program establishes good writing routines and habits by delivering content over a 12 week period from 6 May to 28 July. REGISTRATION CLOSES 29 April
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New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

6 May 2025 10:30am–12:30pm
 
in Orientation
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.
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HDR Orientation Meet'N'Greet [webinar]

6 May 2025 2:00pm–3:30pm
 
in Orientation
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.
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The seven secrets of highly successful research students [online]

12 May 2025 9:00am–21 July 2025 5:00pm
 
in Candidature management
This 10 week online program from May to July looks at seven key strategies that help research higher degree students finish on time and enjoy the process more. REGISTRATION CLOSES 5 MAY.
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Research ethics: Human [webinar]

13 May 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Integrity and ethics
At UQ, you MUST have Ethics approval BEFORE conducting Human research! Human Research is research conducted with or about people, or their data or tissue.
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Effective time management [webinar]

14 May 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
Discover strategies for effective time management which can be applied in your research degree.
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HDR Orientation Welcome BBQ [St Lucia]

14 May 2025 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
in Orientation
Join the Graduate School for the opportunity to meet your fellow commencing candidates, Graduate School staff who will be assisting you in the HDR journey and also enjoying lunch within the beautiful St Lucia Campus.
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Writing a confirmation document [St Lucia]

15 May 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Your thesis
Discover the purposes and characteristics of a confirmation document. This workshop is also available as a webinar. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.
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Writing a confirmation document [Webinar]

15 May 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Your thesis
Discover the purposes and characteristics of a confirmation document.
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Research ethics: Animal [webinar]

15 May 2025 10:00am–11:00am
 
in Integrity and ethics
At UQ, animals are used for various scientific purposes in both research and teaching, including; laboratory research, teaching, veterinary science, companion and production animal settings, and in the wild (be it terrestrial or marine).
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Enhancing academic writing with AI: Strategies, opportunities and considerations [webinar]

23 April 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Writing skills
This workshop aims to improve the academic writing skills of Higher Degree by Research students by integrating Generative AI tools like ChatGPT into the writing process, while maintaining academic integrity.

Presenting for the 3MT [webinar]

14 April 2025 10:30am–12:00pm
 
in Communication
How do you present effectively for the 3MT?

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

10 April 2025 10:30am–12:30pm
 
in Writing skills
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [webinar]

8 April 2025 9:30am–1:30pm
 
in Communication
This interactive session will enable you to develop your edge when communicating your research, presenting at conferences, or participating in competitions such as 3MT and more broadly, when presenting your personal value proposition. (formerly known as Advanced Presentation Skills)

Resilient researcher: Understanding yourself and others [webinar]

7 April 2025 12:00pm–1:30pm
 
in Working with others
Your IQ is high. But what about your EQ? The ability to understand ourselves and others is central to career and personal success.

Communities for innovation [St Lucia]

Cancelled
26 March 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Learn how thriving communities drive entrepreneurship and innovation

Writing a literature review [Herston]

26 November 2024 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Writing skills
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your lit review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

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

22 November 2024 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Impact and influence
This course is designed for HDR students aiming to master the skills of identifying, interpreting, and drawing informed conclusions from diverse data sources.

How to navigate an academic career [webinar]

13 November 2024 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Explore specific ideas, tools and techniques to navigate an academic career.

Analysing qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

11 November 2024 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Research design
Learn about analysing qualitative data.

Collecting qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

8 November 2024 9:00am–12:00pm
 
in Research design
A brief introduction into qualitative data collection.

Principles of Research Design (ISSR) [webinar]

21 October 2024 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Research design
Learn the basics of research design which is a key component of any research study.

Survey design (ISSR) [webinar]

15 October 2024 9:00am–12:00pm
 
in Research design
Learn about this common method. The session focusses on the considerations of creating a survey.

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

7 August 2024 9:00am–12:00pm
 
in Research design
This course is intended for HDR students who are new to working with quantitative data, or would like to refresh the basics.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [Herston]

15 July 2024 9:30am–1:30pm
 
in Communication
This interactive session will enable you to develop your edge when communicating your research, presenting at conferences, or participating in competitions such as 3MT and more broadly, when presenting your personal value proposition. (formerly known as Advanced Presentation Skills);

NEW! PadletUQ [webinar]

27 May 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in University teaching
Learn to use PadletUQ to promote active learning face-to-face and online.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [St Lucia]

4 April 2024 9:30am–1:30pm
 
in Communication
This interactive session will enable you to develop your edge when communicating your research, participating in conferences or competitions such as 3MT and more broadly, when presenting your personal value proposition. (formerly known as Advanced Presentation Skills).

Presenting your research [TRI/PACE]

14 March 2024 2:00pm–3:30pm
 
in Communication
This session provides an introduction to the secrets of great research presentations. Learn how to craft a message that targets your audience.