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.

   

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

23 April 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces RNA sequencing and its bioinformatics analysis using the Galaxy platform, guiding participants through key steps from raw data quality control to differential gene expression analysis. Registration closes 16 April at 9am.

An introduction to qualitative research design [St Lucia]

23 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
This interactive workshop is designed for HDR candidates who want to use qualitative methods in their research. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Perfection not required: Managing perfectionism [webinar]

23 April 2026 11:30am1:00pm
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 development for HDR candidates: Planning your next steps [webinar]

23 April 2026 2:00pm3:00pm
This interactive workshop will support HDR candidates to strategically plan their career pathways during and beyond their studies.

Exploring and predicting using linear regression in SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

24 April 2026 9:00am5:00pm
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use SPSS to explore, analyse, and interpret statistical relationships between variables through linear regression, guided by practical exercises and expert instruction. Presented face to face at the St Lucia campus. Registration closes 9am 17 April.

How to Make the Most of Your Data: Practical Skills for Research Impact and Visibility [St Lucia]

29 April 2026 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to publish high‑quality research data by applying FAIR principles and effective data management to boost impact and visibility.

Beyond the Basics: A Practical Guide to Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses [St Lucia]

1 May 2026 9:00am12:00pm
Learn how to prepare your own systematic review in this practical workshop. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Impactful presentations: Script Development [St Lucia]

5 May 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 the St Lucia campus.

3D Printing the Future: Turning Materials Innovation into Real-World Prototypes [webinar]

5 May 2026 10:30am12:00pm
Learn how advanced materials design and additive manufacturing can be translated into functional research prototypes through practical insights into 3D printing techniques, material formulation, and interdisciplinary application.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

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

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

11 November 2026 10:00am12 November 2026 12:00pm
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.

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Design thinking [webinar]

4 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to solve complex problems in a creative, user-centric and curious manner.

Postgrad life in the Great Southern Land [St Lucia]

2 September 2025 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. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Working with large scale text for research [webinar]

25 August 2025 12:00pm3:00pm
Learn how to process, structure, and analyse large-scale text data for academic research using AI, machine learning, and Python-based NLP tools in this hands-on, accessible workshop.

Career shaping: Resume and selection criteria [webinar]

11 August 2025 1:00pm3:00pm
Write a great resume tailored to your audience and learn how to respond to selection criteria.

Game Changers Playbook: Create your own future with Impact Superpower #1 – Humility [St Lucia]

7 August 2025 2:00pm4:00pm
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 delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Game Changers Playbook: Create your own future with Impact Superpower #1 – Humility [webinar]

7 August 2025 2:00pm4:00pm
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.

Career shaping: Understand your skills and identify opportunities [webinar]

30 July 2025 10:30am12:30pm
Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

Resilient researcher: Becoming a Resilient Researcher [Webinar]

17 July 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
Build your resilience for your research degree and beyond.

Resilient researcher: Resilience when remote [Webinar]

18 June 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
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.

Mental Health First Aid [St Lucia]

16 June 2025 9:00am17 June 2025 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 11 June 9am. Workshop delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

NEW! Bring it together: what good tutors do [webinar]

12 June 2025 11:00am12:00pm
This workshop focuses on improving tutoring skills through case studies, understanding hybrid tutoring, and strategizing for success.

NEW! Engaging with diversity in the classroom [St Lucia]

Cancelled
9 June 2025 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to increase participation and inclusion in the classroom. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

The 'imposter' syndrome [webinar]

5 June 2025 1:00pm4:00pm
Although you are doing well, you may still feel like an imposter. Learn how to manage these feelings.

NEW! What’s new in eLearning [webinar]

5 June 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Discover new functions and capabilities in Blackboard Ultra.

NEW! Editing educational media in Adobe Premiere [webinar]

28 May 2025 2:00pm3:00pm
This hands-on course will help you bring your teaching videos to life through efficient post-production.

Applying for Australian academic positions [webinar]

26 May 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Thinking about a career in academia but don't know where to start? This workshop is for HDR candidates who would like to find out more about applying for academic positions within the Australian system.

Resilient researcher: Understanding yourself and others [webinar]

7 April 2025 12:00pm1:30pm
Your IQ is high. But what about your EQ? The ability to understand ourselves and others is central to career and personal success.

Build your personal brand [webinar]

2 April 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop provides pragmatic strategies to define your personal and research brand.

Communities for innovation [St Lucia]

Cancelled
26 March 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how thriving communities drive entrepreneurship and innovation

Using strengths to effectively work in teams [webinar]

9 September 2024 10:00am1:00pm
Learn about your unique strengths and how you can leverage these to work effectively in teams. REGISTRATION CLOSES 1 September

Ventures' LeadHers

13 June 2024 9:00am1:00pm
Want to grow your leadership capabilities as a woman PhD candidate? Join us for a half day LeadHers program for PhD candidates.

NEW! PadletUQ [webinar]

27 May 2024 1:00pm2:00pm
Learn to use PadletUQ to promote active learning face-to-face and online.

Growing your digital capacity [webinar]

8 May 2024 10:00am12:30pm
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!

Multiple UQRDM sessions for researchers and research students

14 February 2024 10:00am31 December 2024 10:15am
These sessions are run by the Library and will aid candidates in navigating the UQRDM.

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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.