As you approach your mid-candidature, don't forget to take care of yourself. It is important to take some time away from the lab or library and get some perspective on your studies.  CDF workshops can also help you to see things differently, network with your peers, and learn to understand yourself and others. 

Exploring and predicting using linear regression in R (DSCRP) [webinar]

31 March 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This workshop introduces participants to regression analysis using R, focusing on understanding statistical relationships between variables through both theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Registration closes 24 March at 9am.

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Online] and [St Lucia] options

8 April 2026 1:30pm27 May 2026 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks is offered in face to face and online modes. Sessions run from 8 April to 27 May. Applications close16 March.

Communicating qualitative research [Webinar]

15 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to communicate your methods and results for qualitative studies as well as communicate to address questions of rigour.

Planning and Delivering Successful Projects: Lessons from Practice [webinar]

15 April 2026 1:00pm2:30pm
Learn how to plan and manage health projects with clarity and resilience by structuring ideas into actionable frameworks, anticipating risks, coordinating stakeholders, and adapting effectively when conditions change. This workshop is delivered in two parts over two consecutive weeks. Attendance at part one is required for part two.

Refining your writing [webinar]

16 April 2026 1:00pm3:00pm
Learn to appraise and refine your own writing.

Bridging the gap: collaborating with industry as a researcher [St Lucia]

20 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to effectively navigate and enhance collaborations between academia and industry in this interactive workshop.

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

23 April 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces RNA sequencing and its bioinformatics analysis using the Galaxy platform, guiding participants through key steps from raw data quality control to differential gene expression analysis. Registration closes 16 April at 9am.

Career development for HDR candidates: Planning your next steps [webinar]

23 April 2026 2:00pm3:00pm
This interactive workshop will support HDR candidates to strategically plan their career pathways during and beyond their studies.

How to Make the Most of Your Data: Practical Skills for Research Impact and Visibility [St Lucia]

29 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to publish high‑quality research data by applying FAIR principles and effective data management to boost impact and visibility.

Beyond the Basics: A Practical Guide to Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses [St Lucia]

1 May 2026 9:00am12:00pm
Learn how to prepare your own systematic review in this practical workshop. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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Assertiveness: Finding Your Voice [St Lucia]

25 March 2026 10:00am12:00pm
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.

Copyright and your research: Including material in your thesis and publications [webinar]

24 March 2026 1:00pm2:30pm
Examine how you should correctly incorporate and attribute copyrighted material in your thesis and publications. This workshop is also available in the face-to-face delivery mode. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.

Copyright and your research: Including material in your thesis and publications [St Lucia]

24 March 2026 1:00pm2:30pm
Examine how you should correctly incorporate and attribute copyrighted material in your thesis and publications. This workshop is also available in the webinar delivery mode. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.

Research impact: Planning and tracking [webinar]

23 March 2026 10:00am11:30am
Develop your understanding of research impact and create an action plan for achieving impact. (This workshop was previously called Research impact: Planning for optimal impact and engagement).

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

20 March 2026 10:00am12:30pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Statistical comparisons using SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

20 March 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This hands-on workshop introduces core concepts of inferential statistics and guides participants in using SPSS to apply and interpret common statistical tests such as correlation, chi-square, t-tests, and ANOVA. Through practical exercises, attendees will learn to define hypotheses and choose appropriate tests for research analysis. This workshop is face to face at St Lucia campus. Registrations close 13 March, 9am.

Statistical comparisons using R (DSCRP) [webinar]

12 March 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This hands-on workshop introduces key concepts of inferential statistics using R, guiding participants in selecting, performing, and interpreting appropriate statistical tests such as correlation, chi-square, t-tests, and ANOVA. Registrations close 5 March, 9am.

Meta-Analysis in Action: Techniques for Data Extraction and Synthesis [St Lucia]

13 February 2026 9:00am12:00pm
Learn to conduct and report multi-level meta-analyses with confidence in this advanced workshop, where you'll practice data extraction, effect size interpretation, and meta-regression using R Studio. Delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Communicating for impact outside academia [St Lucia]

13 January 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn to communicate your research to the broader community. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Story Moods with Kathleen Jennings [St Lucia]

27 November 2025 10:30am12:30pm
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.

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact [webinar]

25 November 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Understand the strategic value of networking. Identify networking opportunities.

Optimising Wellbeing throughout your HDR Journey [Gatton]

20 November 2025 10:00am11:30am
This workshop aims to assist HDR students to manage stress, to open conversations about wellbeing and to access UQ support services and resources. This workshop is delivered face to face at Gatton campus.

Networking Breakfast: Career Strategy: From HDR to beyond [St Lucia]

18 November 2025 8:00am10:30am
The theme of this networking breakfast is Career Strategy: From HDR to beyond. This networking breakfast will help you to reflect on your career options – whether they be in industry, government or universities – and to identify useful strategies to get you to your desired career destination. Applications close 2 November.

A winning mindset: Coaching for performance [webinar]

11 November 2025 10:00am12:30pm
Our mindset is the foundation for success in life and careers. Learn to develop a winning mindset and practice coaching which is an essential workplace skill.

Intellectual property and the law [St Lucia]

4 November 2025 1:00pm2:30pm
Intellectual Property can be a valuable asset and understanding how to protect it will help you in your research career. This session will touch upon UQ’s IP policies, and the broader Australian and global context. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Collecting qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

4 November 2025 9:00am12:00pm
This workshop provides a brief introduction into qualitative data collection.

Introduction to longitudinal data analysis (ISSR) [webinar]

22 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
Learn about longitudinal data analysis.

Introduction to Regression modelling (ISSR) [webinar]

14 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
Learn about simple and multiple regression models.

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

9 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
This course is intended for HDR students who are new to working with quantitative data, or would like to refresh the basics.

Generative AI in Teaching and Learning [webinar]

1 October 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Learn innovative practices and challenges in teaching and learning.

Enhancing academic writing with AI: Strategies, opportunities and considerations [webinar]

29 September 2025 10:00am11:30am
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.

Beyond the lab: Impactful storytelling for research communication [St Lucia]

25 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This interactive workshop helps researchers craft clear and compelling visual presentations to communicate their work effectively.

Beyond the lab: Impactful storytelling for research communication [webinar]

25 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This interactive workshop helps researchers craft clear and compelling visual presentations to communicate their work effectively.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [St Lucia]

23 September 2025 9:30am1:30pm
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)

Pitching and storytelling [webinar]

11 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This session provides best practice on how to build a pitch deck and how to deliver it compellingly.

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