You must familiarise yourself with the rules and policies governing Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates, as they are binding for all HDR students. Some faculties and schools may have additional provisions you should be aware of.
sets out the overarching rules for all HDR degrees at the University. This Rule details key information, including admission processes, location and timeframes for candidature, and final thesis lodgement.
The HDR Rule refers to other policies for more detail on supervision, progress, and thesis examination processes.
The is written in compliance with the and sets out the general good practice and responsibilities of researchers for collaborative research, publication and dissemination of research, authorship, conflicts of interest, record keeping and promotes academic integrity in research.
The and the Guidelines for Quality Supervision (pdf, 75KB) detail the principles and practice of supervision and the different responsibilities for those involved in a supervisory relationship.
In combination with the they establish the role you should expect your supervisor to play throughout your candidature.
The details important processes such as progress plans, progress evaluation meetings, and milestones, as well as different coursework requirements.
The details the examination process, including the form of your thesis and processes for appointing examiners.
They also describe oral and exhibition examinations, thesis with publications and examination outcome processes.
If you are the recipient of an RTP scholarship, refer to the This document outlines all details of your scholarships, such as scholarship suspension, extensions, and leave arrangements.
The Postgraduate Research Support Scheme (PRSS) supports additional student research activities that add value to your principal research activities.
These funds are intended to support conference, research, or fieldwork expenses. For detailed information, refer to the .
Industry internships can be a useful part of your research journey and help extend your networks to those outside the University. An internship can help you develop a range of graduate qualities that will increase your ability to gain employment and learn how to apply your research in the real world.
The University has outlined relevant items for consideration in Clause 2.3 of the
The University details the values and principles of mutual responsibility and expectations between staff, students, and the University to create a productive and safe learning environment.
The student charter includes the expectations that you will treat others with respect, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, or disability, act honestly and ethically, and avoid engaging in bullying, harassment, or discriminatory behaviour, including on social media.
The outlines clauses relating to any coursework undertaken by HDR candidates as part of their degree requirement.
During your HDR journey, you may have the opportunity to attend or present at a local or international conference, or your research might necessitate fieldwork or time abroad with a collaborator.
Please refer to alongside the and to consider all the relevant arrangements relating to travel.
The contains information about the process of appealing academic decisions - including for HDR students wanting to appeal a decision relating to their thesis examination, or to the termination of their candidature.
The contains information on circumstances in which the University will apply sanctions for unpaid student debts.