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.

   

Presenting your research [webinar]

1 August 2025 10:00am11:30am
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 Introduction to Presentation Skills as well as Planning and Presenting Persuasive Research).

New international HDR students: Compulsory information session [webinar]

5 August 2025 10:30am12:30pm
This session is compulsory for new international research students starting this research quarter and is a requirement of your visa.

Academic writing course (8 weeks) [online] TENTATIVE

5 August 2025 1:30pm23 September 2025 4:30pm
Register by submitting the application form. Course spans 8 weeks and is online. Sessions run from 5 August to 23 September. Application close TBA

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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.