Graduate School Career Development Framework

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CDF workshops and activities are supported by the Student Services Amenities Fee. Dates and times are indicative and subject to change without notice. While we endeavour to remain current, sessions can change suddenly due to circumstances beyond our control. ALWAYS register in Student Hub to stay updated.

   

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

31 July 2025 1:00pm–2:30pm
 
in Publishing and authorship
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.
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Presenting your research [webinar]

1 August 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Communication
This session provides an introduction to the secrets of great research presentations. Learn how to craft a message that targets your audience. (Formerly known as Introduction to Presentation Skills as well as Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).
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New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

5 August 2025 10:30am–12:30pm
 
in Orientation
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.
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Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Online] and [St Lucia] options

5 August 2025 1:30pm–23 September 2025 4:30pm
 
in Writing skills
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks is offered in face to face and online modes. Sessions run from 5 August to 23 September. Application closes 13 July.
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HDR Orientation Meet'N'Greet [webinar]

5 August 2025 2:00pm–3:30pm
 
in Orientation
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.
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New! Interviews … and how to survive them [Dutton Park]

6 August 2025 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Career planning
This interactive workshop discusses job interviews: How to prepare for them, how to present your expertise during them, dealing with tricky questions, and how to reduce any interview nerves. This workshop is delivered face to face at Dutton Park campus.
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Game Changers Playbook: Create your own future with Impact Superpower #1 – Humility [St Lucia]

7 August 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Learn how how humility can help you understand industry problems and identify opportunities to build an innovation career connected to your values. This workshop is offered in dual mode.
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Game Changers Playbook: Create your own future with Impact Superpower #1 – Humility [webinar]

7 August 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Learn how how humility can help you understand industry problems and identify opportunities to build an innovation career connected to your values. This workshop is offered in dual mode.
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Effective time management [webinar]

11 August 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
Discover strategies for effective time management which can be applied in your research degree.
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Career shaping: Resume and selection criteria [webinar]

11 August 2025 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Career planning
Write a great resume tailored to your audience and learn how to respond to selection criteria.
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Career strategy (General) [St Lucia]

28 October 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Discover post-HDR career options and consider which is best for you.

Intellectual property and the law [St Lucia]

4 November 2025 1:00pm–2:30pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
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.

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

6 November 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
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.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

19 November 2025 9:00am–20 November 2025 4:00pm
 
in Your thesis
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 26 October 11:45pm.

Optimising Wellbeing throughout your HDR Journey [Gatton]

20 November 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
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.

Communicating for impact outside academia [St Lucia]

24 November 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Impact and influence
Learn to communicate your research to the broader community. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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Writing a literature review [Herston]

26 November 2024 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Writing skills
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your lit review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

School of Education Postgraduate Research Conference

23 November 2024 9:00am–5:00pm
 
in HDR Week
The School of Education will host a conference for postgraduate research students from UQ and other universities across South-East Queensland

Outdoor Movie Night

22 November 2024 4:00pm–8:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Join the Association of Postgraduate Students for a movie night. Complimentary hot chocolate and popcorn will be provided for your enjoyment. It's the perfect opportunity to unwind and relax.

Cozy bean bags for ultimate relaxation
Warm, delicious hot chocolate
Freshly popped popcorn
A fun-filled atmosphere
An opportunity to meet new friends
Family-friendly activities from 4-5pm
Movie from 5-8pm

End of Year Luncheon

22 November 2024 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Join us as we wrap up the year with a festive and relaxing luncheon dedicated to our postgrad community!

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

22 November 2024 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Impact and influence
This course is designed for HDR students aiming to master the skills of identifying, interpreting, and drawing informed conclusions from diverse data sources.

Puppies, Koalas and Wombats Pawsgrad Party

21 November 2024 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Come celebrate HDR Week with some of the furriest dogtoral candidates around.

HDR Week Food Hampers

21 November 2024 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
During Graduate School and APS HDR Week, the UQU Student Rights Department will be giving away 200 free food hampers to HDR students!

Festive Feast: : A Grand Holiday Sit-Down Dinner

20 November 2024 4:00pm–8:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Get into the holiday spirit at Festive Feast, an evening designed to make this Christmas season one to remember.

PrePaid APCs!

20 November 2024 3:00pm–4:00pm
 
in HDR Week
PrePaid APCs! UQ Library can help fund publishing activities and advise on publishing strategy

EAIT/HASS HDR Debate 2024: The analogue world was more relaxing

20 November 2024 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Come and watch HASS and EAIT HDRs team up to tackle a topic that sparks passionate discourse!

Canvas & Convo

20 November 2024 10:00am–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Soothe your mind as you play with colour and texture at our canvas painting workshop. Whether you're a secret Van Gogh, or a finger painting pro looking to advance this workshop is for you. 

Food Truck Fiesta

20 November 2024 10:00am–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
A variety of food trucks in The Great Court for you to select from.

HDR Week - Speedfriending

19 November 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Need some new uni brunch buddies? Or looking for a friend to do study seshes with? Speed Friending is the event for you!

LinkedIn Headshots - SOLD OUT

19 November 2024 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Kickstart your career with a professional-looking headshot! On online platforms such as LinkedIn, a nice profile picture is essential to demonstrate your professionalism. Get your FREE headshot by registering for this session.

HDR Week Food Hampers

19 November 2024 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
During Graduate School and APS HDR Week, the UQU Student Rights Department will be giving away 200 free food hampers to HDR students!

HDR Treasure Hunt and Make Your Mark Paint and Sip [Gatton]

18 November 2024 2:30pm–4:00pm
 
in HDR Week
End the day with an exciting treasure hunt and a fun collaborative art session with a twist!

HDR Week - Speedfriending

18 November 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Need some new uni brunch buddies? Or looking for a friend to do study seshes with? Speed Friending is the event for you!

UQ Life Collaborative Boardgames & Networking with your HDR Team [Gatton]

18 November 2024 11:15am–12:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Join us your HLO and DHDRs for an informal session of collaborative boardgames, networking and connecting with other HDR students. Catered Lunch will be provided.

HDR Week - Speedfriending

18 November 2024 11:00am–12:00pm
 
in HDR Week
Need some new uni brunch buddies? Or looking for a friend to do study seshes with? Speed Friending is the event for you!

Professional LinkedIn Headshots [Gatton]

18 November 2024 10:15am–11:00am
 
in HDR Week
Update your professional image with a free headshot session by Jenny Curel Photography.

Healthy Morning Tea [Gatton]

18 November 2024 9:45am–10:15am
 
in HDR Week
Take a break and enjoy a selection of healthy refreshments.

Mindfulness Matters [Gatton]

18 November 2024 9:00am–9:45am
 
in HDR Week
Start the day with a session focused on mindfulness to enhance your overall wellbeing, recognise, manage and alleviate stress.

How to navigate an academic career [webinar]

13 November 2024 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Explore specific ideas, tools and techniques to navigate an academic career.

Analysing qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

11 November 2024 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Research design
Learn about analysing qualitative data.

Collecting qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

8 November 2024 9:00am–12:00pm
 
in Research design
A brief introduction into qualitative data collection.

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Information sessions

In addition to the Career Development Framework sessions, the Graduate School holds information sessions on a range of topics relevant to UQ HDR candidates.

Library

UQ's Library is an excellent source of support and training for HDR candidates.
Services for researchers
UQ's Library can help you find resources, manage your data, and make your research discoverable. They can also give you advice on publishing, research impact, and metrics.
Training
UQ's Library provides software training (EndNote, NVivo, Galaxy, Excel, Adobe Acrobat), UQ Research Data Manager drop in sessions, and the excellent Creating a Structured Thesis (CaST) workshop.