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.

3MT Information Session for HDR Candidates [webinar]

30 March 2023 9:30am–10:30am
 
in Communication
This one hour session will provide all the information you need to participate in 3MT.
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Copyright and your research: Including material in your thesis and publications [St Lucia]

30 March 2023 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 webinar delivery mode. Please ensure that you are correctly registered in your chosen mode to receive the relevant workshop notifications.
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Copyright and your research: Including material in your thesis and publications [webinar]

30 March 2023 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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NEW! Communicating quantitative research and visual information effectively [webinar]

31 March 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Communication
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.
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Presenting for the 3MT [St Lucia]

3 April 2023 10:30am–11:30am
 
in Communication
How do you present effectively for the 3MT
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Career control for researchers [online]

4 April 2023 9:00am
 
in Career planning
The 2023 Round 1 course is now open for applications. This 8-week online paced course runs from 4 April to 26 May 2023. Closing date for application is 12 March 2023 at 11.59pm. You will be advised by 15 March if you are successful. 

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [St Lucia]

5 April 2023 1:30pm
 
in Writing skills
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks. Sessions run from 5 April to 24 May. Application closes on 12 March, 11.59 pm.

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

6 April 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.
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Research integrity in HDR training (student only session) [webinar]

11 April 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Integrity and ethics
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.]
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Career strategy (General) [webinar]

12 April 2023 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Discover post-HDR career options and consider which is best for you.
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NEW! Communicating quantitative research and visual information effectively [webinar]

31 March 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Communication
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.
Register

Career control for researchers [online]

4 April 2023 9:00am
 
in Career planning
The 2023 Round 1 course is now open for applications. This 8-week online paced course runs from 4 April to 26 May 2023. Closing date for application is 12 March 2023 at 11.59pm. You will be advised by 15 March if you are successful. 

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [St Lucia]

5 April 2023 1:30pm
 
in Writing skills
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks. Sessions run from 5 April to 24 May. Application closes on 12 March, 11.59 pm.

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

11 April 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Integrity and ethics
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.]
Register

Career strategy (General) [webinar]

12 April 2023 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Discover post-HDR career options and consider which is best for you.
Register

Turbocharge your writing [online]

2 May 2023 9:00am–24 July 2023 5:00pm
 
in Writing skills
This program establishes good writing routines and habits by delivering content over a 12 week period from 2 May to 24 July. REGISTRATION CLOSES 25 April AT NOON.
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Growing your digital capacity [webinar]

8 May 2023 10:00am–12:30pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Ever wondered how your research ideas can be converted into business ideas by using the latest technologies, but don’t know how and where to start? This interactive workshop will give you the digital skills to start you down that path!
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The seven secrets of highly successful research students [online]

15 May 2023 9:00am–24 July 2023 5:00pm
 
in Candidature management
This 10 week online program from 15 May to 24 July looks at seven key strategies that help research higher degree students finish on time and enjoy the process more. REGISTRATION CLOSES 8 MAY AT NOON.
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Communicating qualitative research [Webinar]

24 May 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Communication
Learn how to communicate your methods and results for qualitative studies as well as communicate to address questions of rigour.
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The 'imposter' syndrome [webinar]

8 June 2023 1:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Candidature management
Although you are doing well, you may still feel like an imposter. Learn how to manage these feelings.

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CV Essentials for HDRs [St Lucia]

29 March 2023 12:00pm–2:00pm
 
in Career planning
Interactive workshop to give you skills to prepare and maintain an outstanding CV. (previously known as Preparing your CV).

What DO examiners want? [Webinar]

28 March 2023 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Your thesis
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]

28 March 2023 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Your thesis
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.

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

27 March 2023 2:00pm–3:30pm
 
in Writing skills
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Postgrad life in the Great Southern Land [webinar]

27 March 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Working with others
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.

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

23 March 2023 12:00pm–1:30pm
 
in Impact and influence
Deepen your understanding of research impact and developing an action plan for achieving impact. Formulate your action plan for maximising research impact.

Three Ss of Resilience [webinar]

22 March 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
Learn strategies to improve resilience in order to better manage the stresses and strains of life, both during the candidature and in your future professional life.

Mine, Yours, Ours – Meeting everyone’s needs through assertive communication [webinar]

15 March 2023 11:00am–1:00pm
 
in Working with others
This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts.

Ventures Startup Mixer

7 March 2023 4:00pm–6:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Network with some of Brisbane's best local startups at the Ventures Startup Mixer.

Graduate Teaching Associate Program (GTA) (5 months)

3 March 2023 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in University teaching
The program is now open for Semester 1, 2023. Read more on the GTA website or use the Register button to complete the Application form to express your interest now. Applications close 5pm, 3 March

Planning to publish [webinar]

28 February 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Publishing and authorship
Which journals/publishers are best for your research? (previously known as How to Get Published)

Networking in the digital space [webinar]

22 February 2023 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Impact and influence
This session will provide tips and tricks for making contact through digital means.

Pondering procrastination productively [webinar]

16 February 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
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.

Strategic scholarly publishing principles [webinar]

14 February 2023 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in Publishing and authorship
Learn the principles of publishing your research strategically.

HDR eOrientation Meet'n'Greet [online]

13 February 2023 1:30pm–3:00pm
 
in eOrientation
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

13 February 2023 10:30am–12:30pm
 
in eOrientation
This session is compulsory for all newly commencing HDR students and is a requirement of your visa.

Perfection not required: Managing perfectionism [webinar]

10 February 2023 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Candidature management
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.

Career shaping: Understand your skills and identify opportunities [St Lucia]

8 February 2023 10:00am–12:30pm
 
in Career planning
Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

Resilient researcher: Resilience when remote [Webinar]

7 February 2023 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
in Candidature management
This webinar is designed to assist HDR candidates researching in remote locations. For instance, this may occur when you are away collecting data or are based interstate or even overseas.

Resilient researcher: Understanding yourself and others [webinar]

24 January 2023 12:00pm–1:30pm
 
in Working with others
Your IQ is high. But what about your EQ? The ability to understand ourselves and others is central to career and personal success.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [St Lucia]

23 January 2023 9:30am–1:30pm
 
in Communication
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).

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.