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UQ prides itself on its culture of research
excellence and, as an RHD student, you
will have access to some of the world’s
leading academics, frst-class facilities,
and vibrant campus life.
Whatever you want to achieve in a research
higher degree, UQ gives you every
advantage.
The 4000 candidates currently
undertaking a research higher degree are
supported by the UQ Graduate School,
which focuses on enriching the quality of
academic life, and fostering a culture that leads
to outstanding results.
International reputation and
frst-class facilities
UQ is currently ranked in the top 100
universities in the world.
Facilities include multi-million dollar
laboratories and research centres, one of
the largest research library collections in
Australia, and dedicated offce space for
RHD students.
Supervision excellence and world
renowned researchers
Home to more than 2000 research experts
with global partnerships and networks, UQ
has a reputation for research excellence
and is a destination of choice for a growing
community of internationally renowned
scholars, scientists and researchers. UQ is
committed to achieving and acknowledging
outstanding levels of performance in the
supervision, mentoring, and training of
research higher degree candidates.
As one of the frst Australian universities
to offer Awards for Excellence in RHD
Supervision, UQ advisors have been
recognised as some of the very best
in the nation. They lead by example,
inspire students, and provide a research
environment that is fexible yet focused.
Financial strength and support
UQ provides more than AUD$39 million in
scholarships each year and receives more
than AUD$339 million in research funding.
Career Advantage PhD Program
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Skills training
The UQ Graduate School provides you
with ongoing support through an annual
Skills Training program specifcally
designed for RHD students. Skills Training
includes a diverse range of presentations,
workshops, applied training activities, social
functions, and professional development
opportunities.
Graduate Student Week
The UQ Graduate School organises two
intensive Graduate Student Weeks each
year, which are an important feature of
UQ’s academic calendar. Sessions include
interactive presentations with guests from
industry, and a range of writing workshops
specifcally designed to support research
higher degree students at any stage of their
candidature.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT™)
Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) is an academic
skills development activity developed
by UQ in 2008. Conducted annually,
3MT™ challenges research students to
communicate the signifcance of their
research to a non-specialist audience in just
three minutes.
In 2012, more than 40 universities from
Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and
the South Pacifc took part in this fun and
informative event. 3MT™ highlights UQ’s
strong research culture and commitment to
skills development.
simran sidhu (singapore),
PHD (humanmovement
studies)
Postdoctoral Fellow, The University of Utah
“UQ has taught me to think independently and critically
in order to be a successful researcher. The University
has many world-renowned academics, while the
campus radiates warmth and a sense of belonging.”
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Research opportunities
UQ has 34 Schools within the Faculties of:
– Arts
– Business, Economics and Law
– Engineering, Architecture and Information
Technology
– Health Sciences
– Science
– Social and Behavioural Sciences
and also has eight globally recognised
Institutes (see pages 17-19) from which to
choose to focus your research.
Choosing your research topic
Choosing and refning your RHD project
is an exciting task that requires thought
and consideration. As an international
leader in research and teaching, UQ allows
you to choose from virtually any feld –
from biosciences or nanotechnology to
sustainable development, social science or
the arts.
You can study in any of the Schools
and Centres within the faculties listed
above, or join the community of more
than 1500 scientists, social scientists and
engineers working in the Institutes created in
partnership with government, industry and
private donors.
Research commercialisation
UQ has more staff dedicated to research
commercialisation than any other Australian
university; ranks frst for value of equity
holdings, invention disclosures and
active start-up companies; and has set
benchmarks for licence income and new
Australian patents.
When studying an RHD, you will have
access to Commercialisation Workshops
in conjunction with entities such as
UniQuest, IMBcom, JKTech and iLab. These
workshops are tailored specifcally to those
interested in applying their innovations and
expertise in the community, and cover:
– the basics of commercialisation
– intellectual property protection with key
speakers from industry, the investment
community, UQ and UniQuest
– safeguarding research outcomes and
being published
– accessing research funding from industry
and government grants
– career options and alternatives.
Workshops can help you identify the
commercial potential of your ideas and
expertise, including consulting and research
contract work.
WATCH THE VIDEO
ON THE 2012 RHD
SUPERVISION AWARD
EXCELLENCE WINNERS
SEE THE 2012
3MT™ Winner
IN ACTION
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UQ Guide 2014
International Postgraduate