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.

   

Authorship: Your rights and responsibilities [webinar]

13 January 2025 10:00am11:30am
Explore guiding principles of good publishing practice/ethics and your rights. Previously known as Academic publishing: Play by the rules.

Writing a literature review [webinar]

13 January 2025 2:00pm3:30pm
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.

Promoting your publications: Maximising your research visibility [webinar]

21 January 2025 10:00am11:30am
What can you do to maximise your work’s visibility and impact? This is the second part of a two-part series. Consider attending Publishing Your Research: Writing and Submitting before this.

Networking in the digital space [webinar]

22 January 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This session will provide tips and tricks for making contact through digital means.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

4 February 2025 10:30am12:30pm
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.

HDR Orientation Meet'N'Greet [webinar]

4 February 2025 2:00pm3:30pm
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

Perfection not required: Managing perfectionism [webinar]

6 February 2025 10:00am11:30am
This workshop will dispel the common myth that perfectionism is a good thing that is a characteristic of high achievers, and use a cognitive behavioural approach to overcoming perfectionist behaviours and thought processes.

Making the most of the advisor/student relationship [webinar]

11 February 2025 1:00pm2:30pm
Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.

Planning to publish [webinar]

19 February 2025 10:00am11:30am
Which journals/publishers are best for your research? (previously known as How to Get Published)

Writing a confirmation document [Webinar]

24 February 2025 12:00pm1:30pm
Discover the purposes and characteristics of a confirmation document.

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Networking in the digital space [webinar]

22 January 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This session will provide tips and tricks for making contact through digital means.

Introduction to SPSS (QCIF) [webinar]

27 November 2024 9:00am5:00pm
This workshop will provide a hands-on introduction to the widely-used SPSS statistical analysis package. Participants will learn how to import, manage and transform datasets, and how to summarise and present data. The workshop will also include a basic introduction to statistical testing using SPSS.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

27 November 2024 9:00am28 November 2024 4:00pm
Are you coming up to or just past Progress Review 2 (Mid-Candidature Review) and getting the jitters about having to produce a mammoth 80,000 word thesis all in the not too distant future? Fret not, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a 2-day intensive course and learn how to set yourself on the right path to writing. Applications close 10 November.

Writing a literature review [webinar]

26 November 2024 10:00am11:30am
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.

Writing a literature review [Herston]

26 November 2024 10:00am11:30am
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.

Communicating for impact outside academia [St Lucia]

25 November 2024 10:00am12:00pm
Learn to communicate your research to the broader community.

Intro to the Unix Shell (QCIF) [webinar]

25 November 2024 9:00am12:30pm
This practical hands-on workshop will help participants to automate processes or use ‘command line’ research software, including using high performance and parallel computing facilities. No previous Unix or command line experience is required. Please do not sign up unless you are willing to attend both morning sessions in full.

School of Education Postgraduate Research Conference

23 November 2024 9:00am5:00pm
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 4:00pm8:00pm
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 12:00pm2:00pm
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 9:00am1:00pm
This course is designed for HDR students aiming to master the skills of identifying, interpreting, and drawing informed conclusions from diverse data sources.

Puppies, Koalas and Wombats Pawsgrad Party

21 November 2024 12:00pm2:00pm
Come celebrate HDR Week with some of the furriest dogtoral candidates around.

HDR Week Food Hampers

21 November 2024 12:00pm2:00pm
During Graduate School and APS HDR Week, the UQU Student Rights Department will be giving away 200 free food hampers to HDR students!

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [St Lucia]

Cancelled
21 November 2024 9:30am1:30pm
This interactive session will enable you to develop your edge when communicating your research, participating in conferences or competitions such as 3MT and more broadly, when presenting your personal value proposition. (formerly known as Advanced Presentation Skills).

Festive Feast: : A Grand Holiday Sit-Down Dinner

20 November 2024 4:00pm8:00pm
Get into the holiday spirit at Festive Feast, an evening designed to make this Christmas season one to remember.

PrePaid APCs!

20 November 2024 3:00pm4:00pm
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 2:00pm4:00pm
Come and watch HASS and EAIT HDRs team up to tackle a topic that sparks passionate discourse!

Research ethics: Animal [webinar]

Cancelled
20 November 2024 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).

Food Truck Fiesta

20 November 2024 10:00am2:00pm
A variety of food trucks in The Great Court for you to select from.

Research impact: Planning for optimal impact and engagement [webinar]

20 November 2024 10:00am11:30am
Deepen your understanding of research impact and developing an action plan for achieving impact. Formulate your action plan for maximising research impact.

Canvas & Convo

20 November 2024 10:00am2:00pm
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. 

HDR Week - Speedfriending

19 November 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Need some new uni brunch buddies? Or looking for a friend to do study seshes with? Speed Friending is the event for you!

HDR Week Food Hampers

19 November 2024 12:00pm2:00pm
During Graduate School and APS HDR Week, the UQU Student Rights Department will be giving away 200 free food hampers to HDR students!

LinkedIn Headshots - SOLD OUT

19 November 2024 12:00pm2:00pm
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.

Research ethics: Human [webinar]

19 November 2024 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.

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

18 November 2024 2:30pm4:00pm
End the day with an exciting treasure hunt and a fun collaborative art session with a twist!

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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.

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.
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.