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.

   

Impactful presentations: Physical Development [St Lucia]

2 November 2026 9:30am2:00pm
This interactive and highly practical workshop will help you to transforming your physical skills for high energy presentations, enabling you to deliver with clarity and confidence.

New International HDR students: Compulsory info session [webinar]

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

HDR Orientation [webinar]

3 November 2026 2:00pm3:30pm
Orientation is strongly recommended for all commencing HDR candidates, both domestic and international.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

4 November 2026 9:00am5 November 2026 4:00pm
Approaching or recently completed Progress Review 2 (Mid-Candidature Review) and starting to think about the path ahead? The idea of writing a thesis can feel overwhelming, but you're not expected to do it all at once—or alone. Join us for a focused 2-day intensive course designed to help you establish a clear, manageable approach to your thesis writing. Gain practical tools, build confidence, and set yourself up for long-term success. Applications close 13 October.

Metagenomics Using Galaxy (DSCRP) [webinar]

4 November 2026 9:00am5 November 2026 5:00pm
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces metagenomic analysis using MOTHUR in Galaxy. Registration closes 9am, 28 October.

HDR Orientation Welcome BBQ [St Lucia]

5 November 2026 12:00pm1:00pm
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.

Statistical comparisons using SPSS (DSCRP) [St Lucia]

6 November 2026 9:00am5:00pm
This hands-on workshop introduces core concepts of inferential statistics and guides participants in using SPSS to apply and interpret common statistical tests such as correlation, chi-square, t-tests, and ANOVA. Through practical exercises, attendees will learn to define hypotheses and choose appropriate tests for research analysis. Registrations close 30 October, 9am.

Presenting your research [webinar]

6 November 2026 10:00am1:00pm

Career identity: Build your personal brand [webinar]

9 November 2026 10:00am12:00pm
This workshop provides pragmatic strategies to define your personal and research brand.

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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.