18 October 2022

AGRS e-News

Director's Message

A few students have asked about this. On the 19 October, SA Health will be running a drop-in COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the North Terrace campus. Staff and students are welcome to attend the Ira Raymond Exhibition Room in the Barr Smith Library between 10 am and 3 pm to obtain their relevant vaccination. You can find more information here.

Finally, I would like to let you know that the Dean of Graduate Studies, Professor Carolin Plewa, holds an informal weekly consultation hour Wednesday, 9-10am where you can discuss ideas you may have or talk about concerns or challenges you face. These sessions are completely confidential and can be face-to-face or virtual. Please send a prior email to dean.gradstudies@adelaide.edu.au.

Best wishes,

Doreen

Doreen Krumbiegel
Director, Adelaide Graduate Research School

Tip of the Month

Conditions of Award – University of Adelaide Scholarships

It’s exciting to win a scholarship! It is important to understand the terms and conditions of your scholarship though, and the Conditions of Award is a comprehensive document containing information regarding allowances, leave provisions, and your obligations.

If you are in receipt of a University funded scholarship you can access your Conditions of Award here. Questions regarding the conditions should be directed to the Scholarships team, and please remember to include your student ID number in all correspondence.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

A Unique Student Identifier [USI] is a reference number that creates an online record of your qualifications attained in Australia. All students need a USI  to receive a qualification upon successful completion from 2023.

To create your USI, please visit the Australian Government’s website. The personal details you provide here must be exactly the same as those on record at the University of Adelaide. Once created, log into Access Adelaide and enter your USI in the Statistical Section page, under the ‘Students’ menu. Please contact Ask Adelaide if you require assistance.

For international and offshore students, further information is available here; offshore international students are not required to provide a USI.

The Annual Review of Progress

The 2022 Annual Review is due on 31 October 2022. 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 do an Annual Review if:

1. You are in your first calendar year of candidature (i.e. you started in 2022)

2. You are enrolled in the Faculty or Arts or Sciences and have previously completed a Pre-Submission Review (PSR) or, have a PSR due within 3 months of the 31 October 2022 (please check MyAdelaide to confirm your milestone requirements)

You will need to do an Annual Review if you have a 2022 Annual Review milestone, even if you are taking a Leave of Absence.

Comprehensive information about the Annual Review can be found on the Adelaide Graduate School website, including our frequently asked questions.  

The zoom recording of the virtual Annual Review Q and A session held on 21 September is now available on the AGRS web site. 

An additional Q and A session will be held on 18^th October from 11:30am – 12:30pm.  Register in advance for this meeting here: https://adelaide.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvc-2vqjksHdUPftG42FQhNpVl-Qg5Pc4u 

Mental Health Awareness month, 1-31 October

It’s a busy time of the year and many of you will be feeling the stress. Taking time out to look after your mental health at any stage of your research can feel difficult but you’re not alone. So why not take a moment to check in and connect with some fun events, practical resources and online support during Mental Health Awareness month. There is a brand new page on the Wellbeing Hub where you will find everything you need to know about getting connected. https://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/wellbeing/mental-health-month

You’ll find:

·  Events on campus and how to register

·  Details of our social media channels and

·  Resources that can help in any of the situations listed.

Managing HDR student mental health for supervisors

Maintaining positive psychological wellbeing is a challenge for many HDR students at some point in their program. HDR supervisors are sometimes on the front line of recognising signs of mental health difficulties and responding to support students. Many supervisors feel they could use more guidance in this area. This webinar will focus on key practical issues in this context: recognising signs of mental health difficulties; responding and suggesting support; and promoting positive psychological wellbeing.

Monday 21 of November from 2-3pm. Please follow the link to register and join the webinar: https://adelaide.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nPXTGgMxRkOMOcYF9fB42Q

Research Student Handbook 2022-2023

It is available electronically only, and the best way to use it is by either clicking items in the table of contents or by using the Find function and entering a keyword which is particularly useful for queries such as 'embargo' as it occurs in a few different places in the Handbook.

Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities

The Adelaide Graduate Research School 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.

Wine Australia Supplementary Scholarships

Details on the Scholarships website at: https://scholarships.adelaide.edu.au/Scholarships/postgraduate-research/faculty-of-sciences-engineering-and-technology-set/wine

Wine Australia offers supplementary scholarships for up to three years full-time PhD study and for up to two years full-time Master by Research study. Candidates must:

• be enrolled in or have applied for, a program at an Australian or overseas university
• hold, or have applied for, an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship or other equivalent scholarship through their host university. A statement to this effect should be included in the online application and if the Scholarship has already been awarded, a copy of the letter of offer should be included with the application;
• be attending on-campus only (applies to domestic study only)

Please ensure you take note of the internal deadline for all applications – 28 October 2022

The John Crampton Traveling Scholarships

The late Mrs Mary Hope St. Clair Crampton died on 8 August 1996 leaving a bequest providing a number of scholarships to be used for the purpose of enabling students to undertake higher degree study overseas. The scholarships comprise a living allowance, payment of most compulsory tuition fees and a travel allowance to assist the applicant in travelling to the study destination.

Applications are invited from students of Architecture, Engineering, Fine Arts or Classical Antiquity wanting to study in Italy, Germany, Spain, Greece or any other country considered appropriate.

Applications for study commencing in 2023 close 06 November 2022.

Further information is available via the University of Adelaide Scholarships Database.

Australia India Research Students Fellowship Program

The Australia India Institute is delivering the Australia India Research Students Fellowship program | ARCH-India. Funded by the Australian Government’s Department of Education, it will support emerging researchers from India and Australia to undertake short-term research exchanges.

AIRS Fellows will undertake a research project during an exchange of 4 to 8 weeks, to be completed by mid-October 2023. Awards of between $6,200 and $7,600 are available to Australian participants, depending on the length of stay in India.

Applications are now open via Australia India Research Students Fellowship program | ARCH-India and will close on 13 November. Before applying, please read all sections of the Guidelines, which include important information on eligibility and the documents required to apply.

What are your responsibilities when conducting or supporting research?

The Australian and International community expects research to be conducted responsibly, ethically and with integrity. What does this mean? Researchers must abide by the principles and responsibilities outlined in the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research (2018). To find out more, visit the Research Integrity website.

University Library

Enabling equitable education Webinar details

Do you want to make the learning experience of your students more affordable, accessible, inclusive and relevant? Do you know what open educational resources are? Join us in this not to be missed online event and discover how you can transform the way you teach by using open educational resources.

We will discuss the benefits and the challenges of using open educational resources in your teaching and opportunities to create your own. You will hear from academics currently engaging with this way of teaching and get answers to all your questions.

Introduction to systematic reviews 

Are you starting a systematic review? Do you need help selecting databases and building your database search strategies? Join this session hosted by the Library for an introductory overview of the systematic review process. This presentation will focus on the literature searching component of a review. Learn expert tips and tricks from the Library’s health librarians to get you started. This session is eligible for one CaRST point.

When: Thursday 20th October, 1-2pm (ACST) Book via CaRST online.

Altmetrics

As soon as research is published, Altmetric starts to track who is talking about the research online by tracking how often journal articles and other scholarly outputs are discussed and used around the world. Altmetrics tracks a range of web sources including news sites, blogs, policy documents as well as social media such as Twitter and Facebook. Altmetrics (alternative metrics) complement the traditional citation metrics sources available and are useful for monitoring early engagement with your work, identifying the best channels to promote your research as well as to discover future collaborators. Need more help in using Altmetrics contact your Liaison Librarian.

Adelaide Graduate Research School Website Links

• Adelaide Graduate Research School Website
• Adelaide Graduate Research School Newsletters

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.