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. 

Logistic Regression (DSCRP) [webinar]

18 November 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This workshop offers a practical introduction to logistic regression, combining theory with hands-on exercises in R to explore its use in modeling binary outcomes for inference and prediction. Registration closes 11 November at 9am.

Creating career opportunities [St Lucia]

19 November 2026 11:00am–12:30pm
Discover how to tap into the hidden job market, connect with employers, and plan your next career steps after your research degree.

Building a positive work future [St Lucia]

19 November 2026 1:30pm–3:00pm
Understand your work values and identify career pathways that align with your strengths and motivations.

Using strengths to effectively work in teams [St Lucia]

23 November 2026 10:00am–1:00pm
Learn about your unique strengths and how you can leverage these to work effectively in teams. REGISTRATION CLOSES 11 November.

Resilient researcher: Resilience when remote [Webinar]

24 November 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
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.

Promoting methodological rigour within qualitative research: Practical tools and contemporary insights [webinar]

24 November 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
Learn practical tools to strengthen methodological rigour in qualitative health research.

Content creation 101: Social media for researchers [webinar]

26 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how to share your research with wider audiences using social media content and AI tools.

The academic career [webinar]

30 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how academic careers really work, why teaching experience matters, and how to leverage it to strengthen your employability, confidence, and future opportunities.

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

3 February 2027 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how to publish high‑quality research data by applying FAIR principles and effective data management to boost impact and visibility.

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Online]

7 April 2027 10:00am–26 May 2027 1:00pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks is offered in face to face and online modes. Sessions run from 7 April to 26 May. Applications close 14 March.

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Qualitative Research for Social Impact: Lecture + Q&A with Professor David Silverman [webinar]

12 November 2026 2:00pm–3:30pm
Learn how qualitative research can become more credible and impactful by using rigorous analysis of naturalistic data to complement quantitative methods.

Mindmapping research: Coping with info overload [St Lucia]

12 November 2026 10:00am–1:00pm
Learn how to manage your research and cope with information overload. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Lighting the Spark: Entrepreneurial Pathways to leverage your research [St Lucia]

11 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Find out how to generate workable ideas from your research and turn them into business opportunities. Be an idea pioneer! This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Mixed methods: Finding a place for qualitative research: Lecture + Q&A with Professor David Silverman [webinar]

10 November 2026 2:00pm–3:30pm
This lecture will explore how to effectively integrate qualitative and quantitative methods in collaborative research by challenging common assumptions and proposing a more balanced division of roles.

Three Ss of Resilience [St Lucia]

10 November 2026 10:30am–12:00pm
Learn strategies to improve resilience in order to better manage the stresses and strains of life, both during the candidature and in your future professional life. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus.

Career identity: Build your personal brand [webinar]

9 November 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
This workshop provides pragmatic strategies to define your personal and research brand.

Statistical comparisons using SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

6 November 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
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. Registrations close 30 October, 9am.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

4 November 2026 9:00am–5 November 2026 4:00pm
Approaching or recently completed Progress Review 2 (Mid-Candidature Review) and starting to think about the path ahead? The idea of writing a thesis can feel overwhelming, but you're not expected to do it all at once—or alone. Join us for a focused 2-day intensive course designed to help you establish a clear, manageable approach to your thesis writing. Gain practical tools, build confidence, and set yourself up for long-term success. Applications close 13 October.

Metagenomics Using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

4 November 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces metagenomic analysis using MOTHUR in Galaxy. Registration closes 9am, 28 October.

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.

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.

Research communication and outreach: Making complex ideas engaging and accessible [St Lucia]

29 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to communicate your research clearly, confidently, and with impact by adapting complex ideas for different audiences.

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.

Maximising Research Impact: Strategies to strengthen your track record during your PhD [St Lucia]

28 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to articulate and showcase your research impact through practical strategies, real-world examples, and reflective exercises in this interactive workshop. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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.

Data visualisation and digital tools for effective scientific communication [webinar]

27 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn practical principles for transforming complex research data into clear, publication-ready visual outputs.

A winning mindset: Coaching for performance [webinar]

22 October 2026 10:00am–12:30pm
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.

Communicating qualitative research [Webinar]

21 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how to communicate your methods and results for qualitative studies as well as communicate to address questions of rigour.

Longitudinal and mixed model analysis using R (DSCRP) [webinar]

14 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This practical workshop will develop participants’ understanding of the principles, methods, and interpretation of statistical models for longitudinal data. Participants must know R and be familiar with the concepts of statistical hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Registration closes 7 October at 9am.

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.

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.

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

8 October 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how to effectively navigate and enhance collaborations between academia and industry in this interactive workshop.

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.

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.

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