20 July 2021

AGC e-News

Director's Message

In line with the State Government’s Level-5 restrictions, the University’s campuses at North Terrace, Waite and Roseworthy will all be locking down from 4pm Tuesday 20 July, and will remain in lockdown until at least Tuesday 27 July, pending further government advice. Access to buildings after this time will be confined to staff and HDR students who have been determined by their Division/Faculty to be essential workers and who will be notified as such by the University. If you consider yourself an essential worker but have not received authorisation from the Dean of Graduate Studies by Wednesday 21 July, please discuss arrangements with your supervisors.

The Graduate Centre continues to be operational while the team is working from home. You can reach us at graduate.centre@adelaide.edu.au or 08 8313 5882.

You may have heard that the University is currently considering a number of options to address the financial challenges facing the higher education sector caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and international border closure. Through the University’s Organisational Sustainability Program (OSP) we are exploring a wide range of options in order to set ourselves up for future sustainability and success. At this stage we do not anticipate any impact on your studies and we will share information with you as the Program progresses. The University remains committed to ensuring you can complete your degree without disruption and to providing the highest quality research education, student support and student experience, within the parameters of public health guidelines and advice.

Please take care,
Doreen

Doreen Krumbiegel
Director, Adelaide Graduate Centre

Tip of the Month

The AGC team regularly see comments in reviews indicating that students have been sick and have taken leave, but we have not received any corresponding applications for leave of absence to formalise the leave. Taking leave of absence when you are sick is an important part of managing your candidature. Many scholarships have sick leave provisions as part of them (check the Conditions of Award that were emailed to you when you were offered the scholarship), so you could continue to be paid while on sick leave. All you need to do is complete and submit the appropriate Leave of Absence Application – international or domestic – as close as possible to the leave as we cannot backdate it very far, and include a medical certificate. Further information on leave of absence can be found in the Research Student Handbook on page 32.

Including publications in your thesis

Many students have provided feedback that they are unsure how to best construct their thesis when including publications. A new webpage has been developed as a guide on how to do this. This page gives a variety of options and ideas on the possible formats for a thesis which include one or more publications, as well as links to some completed theses in the Adelaide Research and Scholarship repository which may provide inspiration for your thesis. The guidelines and FAQs are still available.

Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities

The Adelaide Graduate Centre maintains a searchable database of available scholarship opportunities (both full scholarships and supplementary scholarships), funded by both the University of Adelaide and external funding bodies. While the majority of available scholarships are awarded as part of the standard admission and scholarship rounds for domestic and international students, some are awarded at different times throughout the year, and may have a separate application process.

Visit the Postgraduate Scholarships website regularly for up to date information on current scholarship opportunities.

Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship Webinars

Applications are currently open for the 2022 Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships. Supporting domestic postgraduate students with the drive and ideas to shape a better future. Valued up to $120,000 over 2-3 years, including a bespoke leadership development program, global experiences, and access to extensive networks. Are you commencing a University of Adelaide PhD or Masters in 2022? Apply before 2 September 2021.

More Information or contact. Register for the July Westpac Webinar and August University of Adelaide Webinar.

University Library

Organise your research data

LabArchives is an electronic research notebook that can be used across all discipline areas where there is a need to store and organise working research data and digital material. It allows you to store and manage all of your research data within a single location and provides a secure way of sharing your data and collaborating with other researchers.

All staff and students can access LabArchives and, because it is cloud-based, you can access it anywhere and at any time via the internet or mobile app. Weekly training sessions are provided by the LabArchives support team; you can book a session on the LabArchives Support page. Completion of the training will earn you one CaRST point.

HEPSA HDR Movie Night

The Health Sciences Postgraduate Association (HEPSA) invites you to a social movie night for HDR students to view 'Inside Out' on Friday 30 July, 6pm – 8pm, in room 3066 of the AHMS building. Drinks and snacks provided. Please register here.

Adelaide Graduate Centre Website Links

Respect. Now. Always.

The University seeks to promote an inclusive, respectful and fair environment for all people whilst engaged in University-related activities. A range of services are available to assist students who have safety concerns or have experienced bullying, sexual harassment or assault. For further information, help, or to report an incident, please visit the Safer Campus Community website.

As a student of the University, you can help to keep your campus safe by looking out for your own safety, and the safety of others and by conducting yourself in a manner consistent with the Student Charter. Remember that unacceptable behaviours such as Harassment, Discrimination, Bullying and Victimisation are not tolerated at the University.

Free, independent and confidential Counselling Service

Did you know that as a Postgraduate Student you are entitled to access counselling services provided to students at The University of Adelaide. To find out more information visit the Counselling Centre website.

Free and confidential Disability Service

As a Postgraduate Student you are also eligible for assistance from the Disability Service if you have a disability or ongoing medical condition. Information about the nature of your disability is not disclosed – information obtained from you about the functional impact of the disability is shared with academic staff solely for the purpose of assisting you with your studies. Details relating to the Disability Service and the on line registration process can be found on the Disability website.

Useful resources for staff can be found at the staff section of the Disability website.