Early Stage

This course is intended for HDR students who are new to working with quantitative data, or would like to refresh the basics.

Learn the basics of research design which is a key component of any research study.

Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

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.

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)

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 19 September.

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.

This session provides best practice on how to build a pitch deck and how to deliver it compellingly.

R U Ok Day is a national day of action to encourage conversations with those who may be struggling. This workshop will build skills on mental health awareness, ways we can have difficult conversations with each other and ways to access support.

Which journals/publishers are best for your research?

This workshop focusses on the considerations of creating a survey. Registration closes 5 September.

Learn how to solve complex problems in a creative, user-centric and curious manner.

This workshop explores common challenges for international students, such as the experience of homesickness and culture shock, as well as the differences in the Australian workplace and academic cultures. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Learn the principles of publishing your research strategically.

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.

Learn how to process, structure, and analyse large-scale text data for academic research using AI, machine learning, and Python-based NLP tools in this hands-on, accessible workshop.

This workshop teaches practical techniques for using Generative AI to support critical thinking in literature reviews through effective prompting, refining outputs, and integrating AI into a rigorous research workflow.

Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.

Learn the basics of NGS technologies and bioinformatics workflows in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners in genomic data analysis. Registration closes 13 August 9am.

This interactive workshop introduces Generative AI tools, exploring their potential and pitfalls in academic writing through hands-on activities, practical strategies, and a focus on enhancing writing integrity and quality.

Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Build your resilience for your research degree and beyond.

This webinar is designed to assist HDR candidates researching in remote locations. For instance, this may occur when you are away collecting data or are based interstate or even overseas.

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 11 June 9am. Workshop delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.