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.

   

Writing a literature review [webinar]

25 November 2025 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your literature review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact [webinar]

25 November 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Understand the strategic value of networking. Identify networking opportunities.

HDR Hampers

25 November 2025 12:00pm2:00pm
During Graduate School and APS HDR Week, we will be giving away 100 free food hampers to HDR students! Each hamper will be filled with goodies and essentials, including nutritious snacks, pantry staples, and treats to help keep you energised and focused.

BEL Management HDR Social Lunch - Meet, Mingle, & Pizza

25 November 2025 12:00pm1:00pm
HDR social lunch for Management HDRs from the BEL Faculty.

HASS Faculty - HDR Careers Event

25 November 2025 3:00pm5:00pm
During HDR week, we invite current HASS PhD candidates who are interested in exploring a range of career pathways both within and beyond academia to this special event.

Bridging the gap: collaborating with industry as a researcher [St Lucia]

26 November 2025 10:00am12:00pm
Learn how to effectively navigate and enhance collaborations between academia and industry in this interactive workshop.

HDR x ECR Mixer

26 November 2025 6:00pm8:00pm
Join us for the HDR x ECR Mixer where we connect, share experiences, and build meaningful professional relationships during HDR Week.

Career Journey Seminar - Industry Engagement

27 November 2025 10:00am11:30am
This seminar is designed for HDRs and ECRs seeking to gain valuable career insight by exploring senior researchers' journeys.

Story Moods with Kathleen Jennings [St Lucia]

27 November 2025 10:30am12:30pm
Explore a technique for quickly understanding what makes a short story work, start building up your own stories, and learn tricks you can adapt to other forms of writing.

PhD Coffee Catch-up

27 November 2025 1:00pm2:00pm
This monthly gathering is designed especially for HDR students, offering a welcoming, informal space to step out of your academic bubble and connect with peers across faculties.

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What DO examiners want? [Webinar]

16 October 2025 1:00pm3:30pm
What are examiners looking for in your written thesis and oral examination (viva)? How or what should you prepare?

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

16 October 2025 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.]

Pondering procrastination productively [webinar]

15 October 2025 10:00am11:30am
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.

Introduction to SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

15 October 2025 9:00am5:00pm
This hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to SPSS, guiding beginners or those looking to build confidence through the essentials of data import, management, and basic statistical analysis. It will be delivered in person at the St Lucia campus. Registrations close 8 October.

Presenting your research [Herston]

14 October 2025 12:00pm1:30pm
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 Introduction to Presentation Skills as well as Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

Presenting your research [webinar]

14 October 2025 12:00pm1:30pm
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 Introduction to Presentation Skills as well as Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

Mindmapping research: Coping with info overload [St Lucia]

14 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
Learn how to manage your research and cope with information overload. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Introduction to Regression modelling (ISSR) [webinar]

14 October 2025 9:00am12:00pm
Learn about simple and multiple regression models.

Effective time management [Dutton Park]

13 October 2025 1:00pm2:30pm
Discover strategies for effective time management which can be applied in your research degree. This workshop is delivered face to face at Dutton Park campus.

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

9 October 2025 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.

Principles of Research Design (ISSR) [webinar]

7 October 2025 9:00am1:00pm
Learn the basics of research design which is a key component of any research study.

Tips and tricks for grant applications: the ultimate beginner's guide [St Lucia]

2 October 2025 10:00am1:00pm
Learn how to write your best grant application from the experts.

Generative AI in Teaching and Learning [webinar]

1 October 2025 11:00am12:00pm
Learn innovative practices and challenges in teaching and learning.

Research Impact through Authentic Leadership [webinar]

1 October 2025 9:30am11:30am
Learn to rethink leadership and impact through collaborative activities, personal reflection, and practical planning. Participants will leave with a leadership statement and actionable steps to apply their strengths in research settings.

Research Impact through Authentic Leadership [St Lucia]

1 October 2025 9:30am11:30am
Learn to rethink leadership and impact through collaborative activities, personal reflection, and practical planning. Participants will leave with a leadership statement and actionable steps to apply their strengths in research settings.

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

1 October 2025 9:00am5:00pm
This practical workshop will develop participants’ understanding of the principles, methods, and interpretation of statistical models for longitudinal data. Participants must know R and be familiar with the concepts of statistical hypothesis testing and regression analysis. Registration closes 24 September at 9am.

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

30 September 2025 10:30am1:00pm
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Peer-review training [St Lucia]

30 September 2025 10:00am1:00pm
Learn how to provide constructive peer-review feedback. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

Enhancing academic writing with AI: Strategies, opportunities and considerations [webinar]

29 September 2025 10:00am11:30am
This workshop aims to improve the academic writing skills of Higher Degree by Research students by integrating Generative AI tools like ChatGPT into the writing process, while maintaining academic integrity.

Beyond the lab: Impactful storytelling for research communication [St Lucia]

25 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This interactive workshop helps researchers craft clear and compelling visual presentations to communicate their work effectively.

Beyond the lab: Impactful storytelling for research communication [webinar]

25 September 2025 10:00am12:00pm
This interactive workshop helps researchers craft clear and compelling visual presentations to communicate their work effectively.

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

23 September 2025 1:00pm2:30pm
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Impactful presentations: Delivering with confidence [St Lucia]

23 September 2025 9:30am1:30pm
This interactive session will enable you to develop your edge when communicating your research, presenting at conferences, or participating in competitions such as 3MT and more broadly, when presenting your personal value proposition. (formerly known as Advanced Presentation Skills)

Data literacy, storytelling and influencing decision-makers [webinar]

23 September 2025 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. Registration closes 19 September.

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

17 September 2025 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 10 September at 9am.

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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.