Graduate Research 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.

   

The 'imposter' syndrome [webinar]

6 August 2026 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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Academic writing course (8 weeks) [Online] and [St Lucia] options

6 August 2026 1:30pm–24 September 2026 4:30pm
 
in Writing skills
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.
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Research Co-Design for HDRs [St Lucia]

11 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Research design
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.
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HDR Orientation Welcome BBQ [St Lucia]

11 August 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
in Orientation
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.
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The Principles of Machine Learning (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

13 August 2026 9:00am–5:00pm
 
in Research software and programming
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.
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Effective time management [webinar]

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

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

18 August 2026 9:00am–3 November 2026 5:00pm
 
in Writing skills
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.
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Career strategy: Plan for your future [St Lucia]

18 August 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
Successful careers are a result of good planning. Get started early with your career strategy.
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Introduction to NGS platforms and bioinformatics analysis (DSCRP) [webinar]

19 August 2026 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Bioinformatics and genomics
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.
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Working with large scale text for research [webinar]

25 August 2025 12:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Research software and programming
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 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Career planning
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 [webinar]

7 August 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
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.

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

7 August 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
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.

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

30 July 2025 10:30am–12:30pm
 
in Career planning
Increase your chances of a positive career on completion of your HDR.

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

12 June 2025 11:00am–12:00pm
 
in University teaching
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 10:00am–11:30am
 
in University teaching
Learn how to increase participation and inclusion in the classroom. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

NEW! What’s new in eLearning [webinar]

5 June 2025 11:00am–12:00pm
 
in University teaching
Discover new functions and capabilities in Blackboard Ultra.

NEW! Editing educational media in Adobe Premiere [webinar]

28 May 2025 2:00pm–3:00pm
 
in University teaching
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 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in University teaching
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.

Communities for innovation [St Lucia]

Cancelled
26 March 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
Learn how thriving communities drive entrepreneurship and innovation

Using strengths to effectively work in teams [webinar]

9 September 2024 10:00am–1:00pm
 
in Working with others
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 9:00am–1:00pm
 
in Entrepreneurship
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 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in University teaching
Learn to use PadletUQ to promote active learning face-to-face and online.

Growing your digital capacity [webinar]

8 May 2024 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!

Multiple UQRDM sessions for researchers and research students

14 February 2024 10:00am–31 December 2024 10:15am
 
in eResearch and data management
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.
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.