Graduate 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.

   

Introduction to systematic reviews [webinar]

23 September 2025 1:00pm–2:30pm
 
in Writing skills
This workshop covers systematic reviews that can be used in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

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

29 September 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Writing skills
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.

Peer-review training [St Lucia]

30 September 2025 10:00am–1:00pm
 
in Publishing and authorship
Learn how to provide constructive peer-review feedback, with a focus on supporting PhD students and Early Career Researchers in understanding and contributing to academic publishing. This workshop is delivered face to face at St Lucia campus.

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

30 September 2025 10:30am–1:00pm
 
in Writing skills
Learn how generative AI tools can support your thinking and development as a researcher and academic writer.

Generative AI in Teaching and Learning [webinar]

1 October 2025 11:00am–12:00pm
 
in University teaching

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

2 October 2025 10:00am–1:00pm
 
in Communication
Learn how to write your best grant application from the experts.

Matching your potential with employment possibilities [webinar]

8 October 2025 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Career planning
This workshop will provide you with strategies for finding out what jobs are out there, and how to decide the main characteristics being sought in those jobs.

Mindmapping research: Coping with info overload [St Lucia]

13 October 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Your thesis

Presenting your research [Herston/webinar]

14 October 2025 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Communication

Applying for Australian academic positions [Dutton Park]

14 October 2025 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in University teaching

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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.