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 for HDRs [webinar]

12 October 2026 2:00pm–3:30pm
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.

Intermediate Statistics (DSCRP) [webinar]

13 October 2026 9:00am–12:30pm
Intermediate statistics. Registration closes 9am on 9 October.

Story Moods with Kathleen Jennings [St Lucia]

13 October 2026 10:30am–12:30pm
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.

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

14 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
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 7 October at 9am.

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

14 October 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Learn how to publish high‑quality research data by applying FAIR principles and effective data management to boost impact and visibility.

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

15 October 2026 10:00am–11:30am
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].

Career shaping: Resume and selection criteria [St Lucia]

15 October 2026 10:30am–1:00pm
Write a great resume tailored to your audience and learn how to respond to selection criteria.

Introduction to SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

16 October 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
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 9 October, 9am.

Effective writing strategies in research [St Lucia]

19 October 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
Join an interactive workshop where experienced academics share practical writing strategies and time-management tips to help HDR students boost research productivity, connect with peers, and put learning into action.

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

20 October 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
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 15 October.

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Scholarly publishing principles: Think, Check, Submit [webinar]

31 August 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm
Learn the principles of publishing your research strategically.

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact [webinar]

31 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
Understand the strategic value of networking. Identify networking opportunities.

Assembly of Long-Read Sequencing with Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

27 August 2026 9:00am–12:30pm
Learn to assemble a high-quality bacterial genome using Oxford Nanopore and Illumina sequencing data via the Galaxy Australia platform. Registration closes 20 August at 9am.

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

26 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
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.

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

26 August 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
This workshop introduces participants to regression analysis using R, focusing on understanding statistical relationships between variables through both theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Registration closes 19 August at 9am.

Writing a confirmation document [Herston]

25 August 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Discover the purposes and characteristics of a confirmation document. Presented face to face at the Herston campus. Webinar option also available.

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

24 August 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to develop a close working relationship with your advisors.

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

19 August 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
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.

Structuring your writing [webinar]

17 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
This workshop explores planning and structuring research writing. (formerly called Planning to Write). Consider attending Refining Your Writing after attending this workshop.

Effective time management [webinar]

14 August 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Discover time-management strategies that will help you to ‘work well’ during your research degree.

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

13 August 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
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.

Research Co-Design for HDRs [St Lucia]

11 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
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 11:00am–12:30pm
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 1:00pm–4:00pm
Although you are doing well, you may still feel like an imposter. Learn how to manage these feelings.

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

30 July 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
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 1:00pm–2:30pm
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 9:00am–5:00pm
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 2:00pm–4:00pm
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 10:00am–11:30am
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 10:00am–12:00pm
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 11:30am–1:00pm
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 11:30am–1:00pm
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 11:30am–1:00pm
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 [webinar]

10 July 2026 10:00am–11:30am
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 [Dutton Park]

10 July 2026 10:00am–11:30am
Learn how to navigate authorship, journal selection, and ethical publishing to maximise your research impact and visibility. Ths workshop is livestreamed.

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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.