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:

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

8 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.]

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