A monthly newsletter keeping our HDR community informed and connected.

HDR in Focus

Congratulations!

Congratulations to the students who completed in the last month. The University recognises that a higher degree by research represents a considerable achievement, reflecting hard work and a high level of commitment and dedication. Congratulations on your outstanding accomplishment! To view thesis title and viewable copy read more >

What's New?

NEW ONLINE SUPPORT SYSTEMATIC SEARCHING

The Library have launched a new Systematic Literature Searching course in FLO. Ideal for any researcher planning to undertake systematic searches, this resource is self-paced and: 

• Introduces users to engaging with literature at an advanced level 
• Provides an overview of several types of reviews, including scoping, narrative, and systematic reviews
• Guides users through the process of searching systematically for literature, including: designing a project and comprehensive searches, collecting and managing resources, through to reporting the search methodology. 
• If you are undertaking a systematic review, you will also find useful checklists and forms to record your decisions and progress.  

For further assistance Submit a Systematic Review Support request via Service One  or Book an online appointment with a Research Librarian.

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR RESEARCHERS SESSION

Do you want to use social media to promote your research and build an audience?  In this session, you will get an overview of different social media platforms and discuss how it can be used as an excellent tool for researchers to promote their research and share it with a wider audience. The session is held online on Thursday 28 July at 10.00am-11.30am. Register here >

WHAT CAN THE LIBRARY DO FOR YOU?

Come along to next week's HDR Connect Seminar to hear about the Library’s services for HDR students and a demonstration of how you can access these services via the Library’s website. You’ll hear how the various teams of the Flinders University Library are working for our HDRs and we’d love to hear more in this discussion about how we can support you. Read more >

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR PROGRESSION & DEVELOPMENT

Did you miss our HDR Progression and Development session back in May?  Watch the recording here for information and advice on Inspire milestones, skills development module, structuring your thesis, overseas data collection, intermission, change of topic and what resources are available to HDR students. 

ENDNOTE DROP IN SESSIONS RECOMMENCING NEXT MONTH

If you would like further support with EndNote, we encourage you to attend one of the drop-in sessions (in-person or online). It begins with a refresher on paraphrasing and referencing and then followed by a session on how to apply referencing and paraphrasing skills using EndNote.  The sessions are informal and designed to give you the opportunity to ask questions and to develop your skills. Sessions are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12pm-2pm and are recommencing on 9 August 2022. Read more >

Mind Yourself

BUILDING NEW HABITS

MINDFULNESS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS - JULY PROGRAM

Upcoming Development Opportunities

• 5 July -     Publishing a book
• 6 July -     Introducing PostAc: a tool to help you design a career post-PhD
• 6 July -     IBM SPSS - Intermediate: Missing Data Analysis
• 7 July -     Network your way into a job using PostAc
• 7 July -     IBM SPSS - Intermediate: Categorical Data Analysis
• 7 July -     Professional Resilience and Mindfulness
• 7 July -     Human research ethics - information session
• 8 July -     How to use the Ethics Online application system - ResearchNow Ethics and Biosafety
• 12 July -     Idea mapping / Mind mapping
• 25 July -     Goal Setting and Time Management
• 26 July -     IBM SPSS - Advanced: Linear Mixed Models
• 28 July -     IBM SPSS - Advanced: Longitudinal Data Analysis - Mixed and Latent Variable Growth Curve Models
• 28 July -     Research Data Management
• 28 July -     Social Media for researchers
• 28 July -     Thesis Writing Discussion Group 
• 2 August - IBM SPSS - Advanced: Structural Equation Modelling using AMOS
• 2 August - Benchmarking your research career - tools and techniques
• 3 August - Where can I publish? Selecting a journal for your article
• 4 August - Managing Stress, Balance and Wellness
• 5 August - Individual and Team Strengths

Need Help?

Any questions about your HDR studies? Please reach out!

• Dean of Graduate Research - Leadership, Policy, Strategy
• HDR Admissions - Admissions, Enrolments, Change of Supervisor
• HDR Progression - Milestones, Intermissions, Candidature Management
• HDR Exams - Turnitin, Thesis Submission, Examinations
• HDR Development - Skills Development, REST, HDR Induction, Industry Engagement
• HDR Engagement - All Engagement, Industry and Cotutelle related inquiries

You can also contact HDR Student Representatives with any HDR candidature matters.

Do you have any suggestions, feedback or concerns about your HDR services? Let us know via the Student Experience Idea Gateway Form 

Got News?

Have you got any exciting news to share with the HDR community or any suggestions for what you would like to see in the newsletter? Don't be shy and shine instead! Contact us at gradresearch@flinders.edu.au and we will present your story on the HDR Students in Focus blog or in the next issue of 'Staying in the Loop' newsletter.

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