A monthly newsletter keeping our HDR community informed and connected.

HDR in Focus

GET TO KNOW US

In this month’s newsletter, we would like to introduce three PhD students who received outstanding results from the examiners. We asked them to share what led to undertaking a PhD, what their research was about, to the most enjoyable and hardest parts of the PhD journey and what advice they would give to fellow students.

FEARLESS STORIES

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 click here >

What's New?

OGR CHRISTMAS CLOSURE

The Office of Graduate Research will be closed from Thursday 22 December 2022 and will re-open on Monday 9 January 2023.

For details on building access, health and counselling service along with information for students currently under examination, wanting to submit in the coming weeks or make amendments to their thesis click here >

HDR STUDENT ANNUAL SATISFACTION SURVEY

The HDR Student Annual Satisfaction survey is currently under development and will be distributed soon. This is your chance to have your say, voice your opinion on the services and resources, suggest improvements for the future and be in the running for a pretty awesome prize! Keep and eye on your emails from the HDR Development team in the coming weeks.

FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

The Library extended university-wide access to quantitative and qualitative online research methodology training provided by the “Center for the Advancement of Research Methods and Analysis” (CARMA). There are over 200 recorded, hour-long high-quality lectures available free of charge for our staff and students that address various aspects of undertaking research. A full list of lectures is provided here https://carmattu.com/carma-video-library-overview/ and information on how to register can be found here https://carma.azurewebsites.net/account/login.

Any additional questions about the CARMA Video Library Program or courses can be directed to the university statistical consultant - pawel.skuza@flinders.edu.au.

FEARLESS RESEARCH

The latest edition of Flinders University's annual research magazine is out now. Dive into the stories, research and work being done by our researchers. Learn about the ancient history of the very first humans, explore how our understanding of the gastrointestinal system can improve the detection and treatment of cancers, and find out how Flinders University's researchers are closing the gap by improving the health and wellbeing of some of Australia's most disadvantaged communities. Read more >

DO YOU WANT TO PUBLISH AN ARTICLE? 

This interactive workshop run by the Library will guide participants through finding and evaluating journals for potential article publication. You will learn where and how to access lists of journal titles and journal finder tools​​, how to use journal metrics to support your publishing decisions​​, how to recognise predatory journals/publishers and making your article Open Access. The next session is held on Thursday 8 December, 10.00am-11.30am, online. Enrol here > 

UPDATED PROCESS
FOR HDR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL APPLICATIONS

International travel to destinations the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade deem as the following levels can now be approved on a reduced application form by the student's Principal Supervisor (or Associate Supervisor if the Principal is unavailable)
- Level 1 - Exercise normal safety precautions
- Level 2 - Exercise a high degree of caution

The following still require Principal Supervisor, College HDR Coordinator and College Vice-President and Executive Dean (VPED) approval. Level 4 destinations also require approval by the Vice-Chancellor; however, it is unlikely that request to travel to Level 4 countries will be approved.  
- Level 3 - Reconsider your need to travel
- Level 4 - Do not travel

The updated forms will be available by next week on the Higher Degree by Research (HDR) student COVID-19 information page. HDR travel enquiries should be directed to HDR.progression@flinders.edu.au

PLAYFORD TRUST 2023 SCHOLARSHIPS - CLOSES 23 JAN 2023

Each year the Playford Trust offers two PhD scholarships for students planning to carry out research in its priority areas. The scholarships are valued at $17,500 and are paid at the rate of $5000 per annum for three-and-a-half years. The scholarships are intended to supplement an existing Australian Government Research Training Program Stipend Scholarship (RTPS) or similar institutional PhD stipend scholarship. Students must be undertaking their research the priority areas for the trust (listed here). Students must be commencing their PhD in the year of the scholarship or have commenced their PhD no earlier than August of the preceding year. Applications are now open and will close on Friday 20 January 2023.   Read more>

Mind Yourself

BE WELL PLAN IN 2023

TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE HOLIDAYS

Upcoming Development Opportunities

• Mon 5 Dec   -  Manage your senior colleagues in research

• Tue 6 Dec     -  Skill Development: Design your Dream Life and Career

• Wed 7 Dec   -  IBM SPSS - Advanced: Complex Sample Survey Design

• Thu 8 Dec     -  IBM SPSS - Advanced: Programming in IBM SPSS

• Thu 8 Dec     -  Where can I publish? Selecting a journal for your article

• Thu 8 Dec     -  Research Integrity

• Tue 13 Dec   -  Research Data Management

• Thu 15 Dec   -  Thesis Writing Discussion Group

• Mon 9 Jan      -  Revamp your resume to showcase your research impact

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
• 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? Perhaps you would like to share some recent publications we can highlight in the Reading Zone? 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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