21 September 2021

AGC e-News

Director's Message

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition is a great opportunity for students to practice and enhance their academic, presentation and research communication skills. We received 66 video submissions that were initially judged by the Faculties. Last week, we saw amazing presentations by the ten finalists who did a fantastic job in explaining their research effectively and excitingly within three minutes, with the additional challenge of a short notice live presentation in front of over 400 people. Very well done everyone!

My warmest congratulations go to Trang Nguyen for winning the competition and Tassia Oswald for taking out both the people’s choice and the student’s choice awards. Best of luck to Trang who will now represent The University of Adelaide at the Asia-Pacific 3MT Competition in October!

Best wishes,
Doreen

Doreen Krumbiegel
Director, Adelaide Graduate Centre

Tip of the Month - update your supervisor details!

Prior to completing the Annual Review (or any academic progress milestone), it is recommended that you log into MyAdelaide and review your candidature details including your supervision panel and milestone due dates.

If any supervisor changes are required, please complete and submit a Change of Supervisor Details form and wait for the emailed confirmation by the Graduate Centre that the change has been processed before commencing your Annual Review. This will ensure your Annual Review goes to the correct supervisors for review and approval in the workflow process.

It is particularly important that the email address we have recorded for any external supervisor is correct, as provision of this email address is a prerequisite for the supervisor to log into the online Annual Review of Progress system.

The Annual Review of Progress

The Annual Review due date of 31 October 2021 is fast approaching. We ask that you check your candidature record in MyAdelaide to see whether you are required to complete this milestone.

You will not need to complete an Annual Review if:

1. You are in your first calendar year of candidature (i.e. you started in 2021)
2. You are enrolled in the Faculty of Arts or Sciences and have previously completed or have a Pre-Submission Review due within 3 months of the Annual Review (please check MyAdelaide to confirm your milestone requirements)

Comprehensive information about the Annual Review is available on the Graduate Centre website, including our frequently asked questions and a video of the Annual Review Q and A session held on 14 September 2021. A repeat session will be held on 12 October at 11:30am, with information on how to register to be circulated in the coming weeks.

Pre-Submission Review

There are now different versions of the Pre-Submission Review for students in the Arts and Sciences Faculties. If you are required to complete a Pre-Submission Review, please ensure you download the correct version for your Faculty from the Graduate Centre’s website.

We appreciate that some students may have already begun to complete their review on the previous version (Updated 9 October 2019), so we will continue to accept submissions on the previous form until 31 October 2021.

Multi Factor Authentication login for CCSP online form

The login process for our online form for the Core Component of the Structured Program (CCSP) has now changed over to the new Multi Factor Authentication (Okta) process. Students and Internal Staff members can access the online form system with their existing account if one has been created, otherwise they can register at the below link. External Staff members will be able to create an account to access the online form via a separate system, with links to do so provided on the form login pages. For further information about Multi Factor Authentication (MFA), including a registration link and support information, please refer to MFA. If you experience any issues with login or registration, please contact ITDS Service desk on 08 8313 3000 or servicedesk@adelaide.edu.au.

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.

CSIRO Postgraduate Top-Up Scholarships

CSIRO is currently offering Postgraduate Top-Up Scholarships for students enrolled at an Australian University and holding a Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship or university equivalent, commencing in late 2021 or early 2022. These scholarships are for PhD projects in CSIRO priority research areas. The students’ research will be co-supervised by CSIRO and university researchers.

The closing date for applications is 1 November 2021. Students must apply via the Careers webpage - Studentships and Scholarships.

Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships 2022

Zonta International’s Amelia Earhart Fellowships memorialise famed air pioneer and Zontian, Amelia Earhart. By remembering Amelia Earhart through this fellowship, Zonta International supports women to expand their horizons by pursuing degrees and careers in aerospace engineering and space sciences.

Women of any nationality who are registered in a full-time doctoral program and have completed at least one year of that program, or who have received a master’s degree in an aerospace-applied field, may apply.

Note that three recommendations from university professors (or supervisors), copies of official transcripts, and verification of enrolment must be submitted by 15 November 2021 to be considered. To view the eligibility requirements and apply, see the Zonta International website.

University Library

Visualise Your Thesis Competition Winners

The Visualise Your Thesis competition celebrates research conducted by graduate research students around the world. Our students were asked to present their research in a 60-second digital display. We received ten outstanding entries for the 2021 VYT competition. Congratulations to our worthy winners:

People's Choice winner - Trang Thi Thu Nguyen
'Help that banana peel rot in the right place - the Green bin!'

Third place – Nerita Turner
‘Pitfall traps and carnivore dens: comparing the palaeontology and taphonomy’

Second place – Chelsea Matthews
‘Gene presence and absence in Cannabis’

First place – Isobel Hume
‘Self-sufficiency through Urban Agriculture’

Isobel’s video has progressed to the international competition. We wish her luck! You can view the winners’ videos on our 2021 Submission Showcase.

Referencing Support

The University Library has launched a referencing support website providing access to the new interactive Harvard UofA referencing guide. The easy to use Harvard interactive tool provides descriptions and examples for the resources you will need to reference, as well as FAQs about using Harvard UofA.

The referencing support webpages also provide general advice and FAQs on referencing principles and tips for generating references, guides for the other supported styles (APA 7th, Vancouver, AGLC4) and links to information on academic integrity and copyright advice, as well as to the Writing Centre for help with academic writing.

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.