Research skills can be technical in nature, for example, working with specific methodologies or data analysis techniques. Other skills are specific to the requirements of preparing and submitting your thesis, and still others relate to the ethical requirements and responsibilities of conducting and disseminating your research. The opportunities provided through the Career Development Framework address the latter two types of research skills; those that will ensure that you conduct and share your research ethically, and those that will assist you through the research experience including preparation and submission of your thesis.

The Graduate School works with a range of esteemed providers who are the best in their fields to deliver sessions that draw from diverse disciplines and expertise. These providers include:

UQ Library Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR) 

Categories that focus on the development of research skills include:

Collecting qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

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

Statistical comparisons using SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

5 November 2025 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 29 October.

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

6 November 2025 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.

Basic statistical ideas for researchers [webinar]

10 November 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Learn ideas relating to research design, descriptive statistics and inferential statistics.

Analysing qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

13 November 2025 9:00am1:00pm
Learn about analysing qualitative data.

Advanced literature searching [St Lucia]

13 November 2025 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to use and navigate the UQ Library search engine. Learn strategies to find and identify what you’re looking for, and like a skilled investigator, identify and track down promising additional material. This session is targeted at new HDR students who have little experience with Library searching. Delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Research ethics: Animal [webinar]

17 November 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
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).

Research ethics: Human [webinar]

18 November 2025 10:00am11:30am
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.

Logistic Regression (DSCRP) [webinar]

19 November 2025 9:00am5:00pm
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.

Metagenomics Using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

22 October 2025 9:00am5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces metagenomic analysis using MOTHUR in Galaxy. Registrations close 15 October 9am.

Introduction to longitudinal data analysis (ISSR) [webinar]

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

Research integrity in HDR training (student only session) [webinar]

16 October 2025 10:00am11:30am
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]

15 October 2025 9:00am5:00pm
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 8 October.

Mindmapping research: Coping with info overload [St Lucia]

14 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
Learn how to manage your research and cope with information overload. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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.

Principles of Research Design (ISSR) [webinar]

7 October 2025 9:00am1:00pm
Learn the basics of research design which is a key component of any research study.

Tips and tricks for grant applications: the ultimate beginner's guide [St Lucia]

2 October 2025 10:00am1:00pm
Learn how to write your best grant application from the experts.

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

1 October 2025 9:00am5:00pm
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 24 September at 9am.

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

23 September 2025 1:00pm2:30pm
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

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

23 September 2025 9:00am1:00pm
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 19 September.

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

17 September 2025 9:00am5:00pm
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.

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

17 September 2025 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 10 September at 9am.

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

11 September 2025 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.

Survey design (ISSR) [webinar]

9 September 2025 9:00am12:00pm
This workshop focusses on the considerations of creating a survey. Registration closes 5 September.

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

3 September 2025 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.

Writing a confirmation document [Herston]

26 August 2025 10:00am11:30am
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.

Working with large scale text for research [webinar]

25 August 2025 12:00pm3:00pm
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.

Introduction to NGS platforms and bioinformatics analysis (DSCRP) [webinar]

20 August 2025 9:00am12:30pm
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.

Statistical comparisons using R (DSCRP) [webinar]

31 July 2025 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 24 July.

Assembly of Long-Read Sequencing with Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

12 June 2025 9:00am12:30pm
Learn to assemble a high-quality bacterial genome using Oxford Nanopore and Illumina sequencing data via the Galaxy Australia platform

Multiple UQRDM sessions for researchers and research students

14 February 2024 10:00am31 December 2024 10:15am
These sessions are run by the Library and will aid candidates in navigating the UQRDM.