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) [Online] and [St Lucia] options

6 August 2026 1:30pm24 September 2026 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks is offered in face to face and online modes. Sessions run from 6 August to 24 September. Applications close 12 July.

The Principles of Machine Learning (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

13 August 2026 9:00am5:00pm
Learn the core principles of machine learning through practical, Python‑based activities that take you from data preparation to building and evaluating real predictive models. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus. Registration closes 9am, 6 August.

Effective time management [webinar]

14 August 2026 10:00am11:30am
Discover time-management strategies that will help you to ‘work well’ during your research degree.

Structuring your writing [webinar]

17 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop explores planning and structuring research writing. (formerly called Planning to Write). Consider attending Refining Your Writing after attending this workshop.

Turbocharge your writing [online]

18 August 2026 9:00am3 November 2026 5:00pm
This program establishes good writing routines and habits by delivering content over a 12 week period from 18 August to 3 November. REGISTRATION CLOSES 11 August.

Career strategy: Plan for your future [St Lucia]

18 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Successful careers are a result of good planning. Get started early with your career strategy.

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

19 August 2026 9:00am1:00pm
Learn the basics of NGS technologies and bioinformatics workflows in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners in genomic data analysis. Registration closes 12 August at 9am.

Research ethics: Human [St Lucia]

19 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
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.

The seven secrets of highly successful research students [online]

24 August 2026 9:00am26 October 2026 5:00pm
This 10 week online program from August to October looks at seven key strategies that help research higher degree students finish on time and enjoy the process more. REGISTRATION CLOSES 17 AUGUST.

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

24 August 2026 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.

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Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Online] and [St Lucia] options

6 August 2026 1:30pm24 September 2026 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks is offered in face to face and online modes. Sessions run from 6 August to 24 September. Applications close 12 July.

Turbocharge your writing [online]

18 August 2026 9:00am3 November 2026 5:00pm
This program establishes good writing routines and habits by delivering content over a 12 week period from 18 August to 3 November. REGISTRATION CLOSES 11 August.

Career strategy: Plan for your future [St Lucia]

18 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Successful careers are a result of good planning. Get started early with your career strategy.

The seven secrets of highly successful research students [online]

24 August 2026 9:00am26 October 2026 5:00pm
This 10 week online program from August to October looks at seven key strategies that help research higher degree students finish on time and enjoy the process more. REGISTRATION CLOSES 17 AUGUST.

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

26 August 2026 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.

What DO examiners really want? [Webinar]

26 August 2026 1:00pm3:30pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare?

Ethical and Productive Use of Generative AI Tools as an HDR Candidate [Webinar]

25 September 2026 1:00pm3:00pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Mental Health First Aid [St Lucia]

28 September 2026 9:00am29 September 2026 4:30pm
Want to gain the mental health first aid skills to help yourself and others in mental distress? Want to gain the MHFA accreditation that you can put on your CV? Join our 2 full-day MHFA accreditation training offered to HDR students at no cost to you! Please do NOT sign up unless you can commit to attending both days in full. Registration closes 23 September 9am. Workshop delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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

15 October 2026 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.] This workshop is delivered face to face at the St Lucia campus.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

4 November 2026 9:00am5 November 2026 4:00pm
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 TBA.

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HDR Orientation Welcome BBQ [St Lucia]

11 August 2026 12:00pm1:00pm
Join the Graduate Research School for the opportunity to meet your fellow commencing candidates, Graduate Research School staff who will be assisting you in the HDR journey and also enjoying lunch within the beautiful St Lucia Campus.

Research Co-Design for HDRs [St Lucia]

11 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to involve research end users in developing projects and experimenting with novel ideas about how to tackle issues. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Pondering procrastination productively [webinar]

10 August 2026 11:00am12:30pm
Are you plagued by procrastination? Why put off till tomorrow what you can do today? Learn tools and strategies to get you started in making change, feeling in control and creating new, more productive habits.

The 'imposter' syndrome [webinar]

6 August 2026 1:00pm4:00pm
Although you are doing well, you may still feel like an imposter. Learn how to manage these feelings.

Career identity: Build your personal brand [St Lucia]

6 August 2026 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop provides pragmatic strategies to define your personal and research brand.

HDR Orientation [webinar]

4 August 2026 2:00pm3:30pm
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

4 August 2026 10:30am12:30pm
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.

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

30 July 2026 1:00pm2:30pm
Examine how you should correctly incorporate and attribute copyrighted material in your thesis and publications. 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.

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

30 July 2026 1:00pm2:30pm
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.

Statistical comparisons using R (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

29 July 2026 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. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus. Registrations close 22 July, 9am.

Presenting your research [webinar]

23 July 2026 2:00pm4:00pm
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 Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

Authorship: Your rights and responsibilities [webinar]

15 July 2026 10:00am11:30am
Explore guiding principles of good publishing practice/ethics and your rights. Previously known as Academic publishing: Play by the rules.

Policy 101: Understanding public policy and its making [St Lucia]

14 July 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Develop a scholarly appreciation of public policy and identify how it impacts your research. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

What to keep in mind when publishing your research [Dutton Park]

10 July 2026 11:30am1:00pm
Learn the key considerations for publishing your research, including journal selection, open access, costs, and managing the publishing process and its outcomes. Presented via livestream at Dutton Park campus.

What to keep in mind when publishing your research[webinar]

10 July 2026 11:30am1:00pm
Learn the key considerations for publishing your research, including journal selection, open access, costs, and managing the publishing process and its outcomes.

What to keep in mind when publishing your research [Herston]

10 July 2026 11:30am1:00pm
Learn the key considerations for publishing your research, including journal selection, open access, costs, and managing the publishing process and its outcomes. Presented face to face at Herston campus.

What to look for and consider when planning to publish [Dutton Park]

10 July 2026 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to navigate authorship, journal selection, and ethical publishing to maximise your research impact and visibility. Ths workshop is livestreamed.

What to look for and consider when planning to publish [Herston]

10 July 2026 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to navigate authorship, journal selection, and ethical publishing to maximise your research impact and visibility.

What to look for and consider when planning to publish [webinar]

10 July 2026 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to navigate authorship, journal selection, and ethical publishing to maximise your research impact and visibility.

Impactful presentations: Script Development [Herston]

29 June 2026 9:30am2:00pm
This interactive and highly practical workshop will help you to convert detailed technical research into an audience-friendly and audience-centric script. Presented face to face at Herston campus.

Analysing qualitative data (ISSR) [webinar]

16 June 2026 9:00am1:00pm
Learn about analysing qualitative data. Registration closes 9am, 11 June.

Presenting for the 3MT [webinar]

15 June 2026 10:30am12:00pm
How do you present effectively for the 3MT?

Presenting your research [Herston]

9 June 2026 1:00pm3:00pm
This session provides an introduction to the secrets of great research presentations. Learn how to craft a message that targets your audience. Presented face to face at Herston campus. (Formerly known as Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

Presenting your research [webinar]

9 June 2026 1:00pm3:00pm
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 Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

Publishing your research, part 2: Promoting your publications to maximise your visibility [webinar]

2 June 2026 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.

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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.