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.

   

School of Education Postgraduate Research Conference

23 November 2024 9:00am5:00pm
The School of Education will host a conference for postgraduate research students from UQ and other universities across South-East Queensland

Intro to the Unix Shell (QCIF) [webinar]

25 November 2024 9:00am12:30pm
This practical hands-on workshop will help participants to automate processes or use ‘command line’ research software, including using high performance and parallel computing facilities. No previous Unix or command line experience is required. Please do not sign up unless you are willing to attend both morning sessions in full.

Communicating for impact outside academia [St Lucia]

25 November 2024 10:00am12:00pm
Learn to communicate your research to the broader community.

Writing a literature review [webinar]

26 November 2024 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your lit review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

Writing a literature review [Herston]

26 November 2024 10:00am11:30am
Learn how to critically read and note-take when writing your lit review. Examine the unique features of a literature review as a frame for your research.

Mastering the WRite Stuff™ [online]

27 November 2024 9:00am28 November 2024 4:00pm
Are you coming up to or just past Progress Review 2 (Mid-Candidature Review) and getting the jitters about having to produce a mammoth 80,000 word thesis all in the not too distant future? Fret not, we’ve got you covered! Join us for a 2-day intensive course and learn how to set yourself on the right path to writing. Applications close TBA.

Introduction to SPSS (QCIF) [webinar]

27 November 2024 9:00am5:00pm
This workshop will provide a hands-on introduction to the widely-used SPSS statistical analysis package. Participants will learn how to import, manage and transform datasets, and how to summarise and present data. The workshop will also include a basic introduction to statistical testing using SPSS.

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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.