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.

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Webinar]

9 August 2023 1:30pm4 October 2023 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks. Sessions run from 9 August to 4 October. Application closes on 16 July, 11.59 pm.

Multiple UQRDM sessions for researchers and research students

10 August 2023 10:00am31 December 2023 10:15am
These sessions are run by the Library and will aid candidates in navigating the UQRDM.

Networking Breakfast: Career Strategy: From HDR to beyond

25 September 2023 8:00am10:30am
The theme of this networking breakfast is Career Strategy: From HDR to beyond. This networking breakfast will help you to reflect on your career options – whether they be in industry, government, non-profit organisations or universities – and to identify useful strategies to get you to your desired career destination.

Plotting and programming with Python (QCIF) [webinar]

25 September 2023 9:00am28 September 2023 12:30pm
This software carpentry workshop introduces the building blocks of Python. Please do not sign up for the four half-days (morning) interactive workshop unless you are able to attend all four morning sessions in full. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 25 JULY.

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

26 September 2023 1:00pm2:30pm
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Matching your potential with employment possibilities [webinar]

27 September 2023 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop will provide you with strategies for finding out what jobs are out there, and how to decide the main characteristics being sought in those jobs.

Career control for researchers [online]

3 October 2023 9:00am24 November 2023 5:00pm
The 2023 Round 2 course is now open for applications. This 8-week online paced course runs from 3 October to 24 November 2023. Closing date for application is 10 September 2023 at 11.59pm. You will be advised by 13 September if you are successful. 

What DO examiners want? [Webinar]

3 October 2023 1:00pm3:00pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare? This session is also offered in the F2F mode. Please ensure that you are registered in the correct mode to receive the correct instructions.

What DO examiners want? [St Lucia]

3 October 2023 1:00pm3:00pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare? This workshop is also available in the webinar delivery mode. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.

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

4 October 2023 9:00am5:00pm
This interactive online workshop deals with longitudinal data and its analysis. Participants MUST know R and be familiar with the concepts of statistical hypothesis testing and regression analysis. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 4 AUGUST AT 12 PM.

Pages

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Webinar]

9 August 2023 1:30pm4 October 2023 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks. Sessions run from 9 August to 4 October. Application closes on 16 July, 11.59 pm.

Career control for researchers [online]

3 October 2023 9:00am24 November 2023 5:00pm
The 2023 Round 2 course is now open for applications. This 8-week online paced course runs from 3 October to 24 November 2023. Closing date for application is 10 September 2023 at 11.59pm. You will be advised by 13 September if you are successful. 

What DO examiners want? [St Lucia]

3 October 2023 1:00pm3:00pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare? This workshop is also available in the webinar delivery mode. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.

What DO examiners want? [Webinar]

3 October 2023 1:00pm3:00pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare? This session is also offered in the F2F mode. Please ensure that you are registered in the correct mode to receive the correct instructions.

Leaders and leadership: The challenge of 'doing' leadership [webinar]

4 October 2023 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop will give you insights into what leadership means in the 21st century and the challenges of being a leader.  It will give you an opportunity to reflect on your own potential to lead and make a difference in the workplace.

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

11 October 2023 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 Confirmation milestone.]

Career strategy (General) [St Lucia]

18 October 2023 10:00am12:00pm
Discover post-HDR career options and consider which is best for you.

Using strengths to effectively work in teams [St Lucia]

24 October 2023 10:00am1:00pm
Learn about your unique strengths and how you can leverage these to work effectively in teams. REGISTRATION CLOSES 15 OCTOBER

Communicating qualitative research [Webinar]

25 October 2023 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to communicate your methods and results for qualitative studies as well as communicate to address questions of rigour.

NEW! AI in Academia: A Masterclass for Higher Degree Students [webinar]

25 October 2023 10:30am12:00pm
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of academic research. This masterclass offers students the insights and tools to integrate AI effectively into their academic endeavours.

Pages

Analysing qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

21 September 2023 9:00am1:00pm
Learn about analysing qualitative data. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 21 JULY AT NOON.

Containers for Reproducible Computational Environments (QCIF) [webinar]

21 September 2023 9:00am12:30pm
Anyone interested in finding out more about containers and learning how to run research software from containers. Basic experience with Unix or Linux is required. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS ON 21 JULY AT 12PM.

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

20 September 2023 9:00am5:00pm
This hands-on practical workshop is an introduction to next generation sequencing technologies and how they work, providers, common bioinformatics workflows, standardised file types, quality control and an introduction to Galaxy Australia.

Communicating in a global environment [St Lucia]

20 September 2023 9:00am12:00pm
Build your skills in communicating across a range of cultures and contexts.

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

19 September 2023 9:00am5:00pm
This highly interactive online workshop will provide attendees with a friendly, gentle introduction to the theory behind linear regressions in R. Prior experience with R and the RStudio interface is required, as well as familiarity with the concepts of descriptive statistics and elementary statistical hypothesis testing. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS 19 JULY AT 12PM.

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

18 September 2023 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.

Research impact: Planning for optimal impact and engagement [St Lucia]

15 September 2023 12:00pm1:30pm
Deepen your understanding of research impact and developing an action plan for achieving impact. Formulate your action plan for maximising research impact.

Statistical comparisons using R (QCIF) [webinar]

15 September 2023 9:00am5:00pm
This practical hands-on workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in R. Prior knowledge of R is required.

Planning to publish [webinar]

14 September 2023 10:00am11:30am
Which journals/publishers are best for your research? (previously known as How to Get Published)

How to navigate an academic career [webinar]

13 September 2023 10:00am12:00pm
Explore specific ideas, tools and techniques to navigate an academic career.

Collecting qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

12 September 2023 9:00am12:00pm
A brief introduction into qualitative data collection. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 12 JULY AT 12PM

R U OK - Building your skills [webinar]

11 September 2023 10:00am11:30am
R U Ok Day is a national day of action to encourage conversations with those who may be struggling. This workshop will build skills on mental health awareness, ways we can have difficult conversations with each other and ways to access support.

R for reproducible scientific analysis (QCIF) [webinar]

11 September 2023 9:00am14 September 2023 12:30pm
An introduction to R for non-programmers using gapminder data (Combines the former workshops Intro to R and Advanced R). Please do not sign up unless you are able to fully attend all four mornings. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS ON 11 JULY AT NOON.

Strategic scholarly publishing principles [webinar]

7 September 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
Learn the principles of publishing your research strategically.

Understanding quantitative data and performing descriptive analyses (ISSR) [webinar]

7 September 2023 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. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 7 JULY AT NOON.

Postgrad life in the Great Southern Land [St Lucia]

5 September 2023 10:00am11:30am
This workshop explores common challenges for international students, such as the experience of homesickness and culture shock, as well as the differences in the Australian workplace and academic cultures.

Survey design (ISSR) [webinar]

4 September 2023 9:00am12:00pm
Learn about this common method. The session focusses on the considerations of creating a survey. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 4 JULY AT 12PM.

NEW! Communicating quantitative research and visual information effectively [webinar]

1 September 2023 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to make your data, statistics, graphs and images more impactful and memorable by learning how to make them more reader/audience-friendly. Case studies from both written work and oral presentations will be used to illustrate common problems and more effective solutions.

Business of you [Webinar]

22 August 2023 1:00pm3:00pm
This interactive workshop will teach you how use digital marketing tools and social media to advance your career. The workshop will give you practical steps on how to how to package and communicate your unique skills, strengths and value proposition.

Effective time management [webinar]

18 August 2023 10:00am11:30am
Discover strategies for effective time management which can be applied in your research degree.

Version control with Git (QCIF) [webinar]

15 August 2023 9:00am12:30pm
Version control is the lab notebook of the digital world. learn how you can record and trace every change made to a document, be it software code or a thesis. Prior knowledge of UNIX/Linux command line is REQUIRED. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND WILL OPEN ON 15 JUNE AT NOON.

Agile project management [St Lucia]

9 August 2023 10:00am12:00pm
Plan, execute and deliver projects in a lean way. Lean methodologies create greater value while using fewer resources.

Statistical comparisons using R (QCIF) [webinar]

8 August 2023 9:00am5:00pm
This practical hands-on workshop will help participants to choose and use the appropriate statistical test for their data by introducing key concepts of inferential statistics in R. Prior knowledge of R is required. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND OPENS 8 JUNE AT 12PM.

HDR Orientation Meet'N'Greet [online]

7 August 2023 1:30pm3:00pm
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

7 August 2023 10:30am12:30pm
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.

Pages

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.