Research and Honours Week

Thursday 20 August
11am–1pm
Management Studies (Building 8117)

Thinking about honours, master's or a career in research? Drop in and meet researchers from across the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability (AGFS) and the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) to learn how their work is helping tackle challenges in food production, animal health, biosecurity and sustainability.

Ask questions, explore future pathways, and discover how research can make a real-world impact. Lunch provided.

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Monday 24 August
12:30pm–2pm
Room 140, Level 1, Sir William Macgregor (Building 64)

Learn about the outstanding research opportunities available in the School of Biomedical Sciences. Our themes include cell biology, reproduction, neurobiology, musculoskeletal control, drug design, cardiovascular research and many more.

Speak with recent graduates and academics about the value of undertaking honours or postgraduate programs.

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Monday 24 August
5pm–6pm
Online

Learn how to effectively communicate your skills and experiences to prospective employers and research supervisors.

This practical workshop will cover résumé writing, the STAR framework for interviews and applications, and strategies to confidently articulate your strengths.

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Tuesday 25 August
11am–12pm
Online

Learn about Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programs, also known as Higher Degrees by Research (HDR), including:

• how to apply
• what the entry criteria is
• what is involved.

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Tuesday 25 August
12pm–1:30pm
Level 3 (Podium), Chemistry (Building 68)

Dive into the worlds of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Microbiology and more at the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences (SCMB) honours program information event.

You'll meet academics, researchers and our current honours students, and learn more about research opportunities within the School.

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Tuesday 25 August
2pm–3pm
Online

Gain practical advice on preparing for your research project and developing a productive, professional relationship with your supervisor.

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Wednesday 26 August
11am–12pm
Online

Learn about the research areas at the School of the Environment and how to find your honours research project.

The School has a diverse range of areas, including but not limited to:

• biodiversity and conservation science
• earth science and resources
• ecology, genetics and evolution
• environmental management
• geography
• marine biology and ocean science
• occupational health and safety science
• science education and communication
• zoology and wildlife biology.

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Wednesday 26 August
12pm–1pm
Learning Theatre 222, Parnell (Building 7) and online

Are you still unsure about whether to do an honours year or whether to complete a master's? Join this online session to hear from the Science Deputy Associate Dean Academic (Students) about:

• research and postgraduate study options
• how to decide between honours research and postgraduate coursework
• possible career outcomes.

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Wednesday 26 August
2pm–3pm
Online

Interested in gaining hands-on research experience during your degree? Join us to learn about UQ's Summer and Winter Research Program and discover how you can contribute to real research projects while developing valuable research, professional and transferable skills.

This session will cover:

• what the Summer and Winter Research Program is and how it works
• eligibility, program structure and key dates
• the benefits of participating and what to expect from the experience
• tips for preparing a competitive application
• how the program can support your future study and career goals.

Whether you're curious about research or planning to apply, this session will help you understand what the program involves and how to take the next step.

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Wednesday 26 August
3pm–4:30pm
Online

Join us for an overview of the maths honours program, along with the postgraduate, masters, offering in maths.

Learn what to expect in these programs, and find out about the research opportunities available.

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Wednesday 26 August
4pm–7pm
Lecture Theatre, Steele (Building 3)

Thinking about honours or a research project? Join us for a panel of current and former students as they share their experiences, from choosing a project and finding a supervisor to the challenges, rewards, and opportunities that research can bring.

Ask your questions and gain practical insights to help you decide if research is right for you.

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Thursday 27 August
9am–11am
Online

Find out what honours looks like at a UQ Research Institute and what opportunities are currently available at:

• Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)
• Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB)
• Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI)
• Queensland Brain Institute (QBI).

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Thursday 27 August
1pm–2pm
Learning Theatre 212, Goddard (Building 8) and online

Learn how to find honours, Summer and Winter Research projects, and maximise your chance of landing the project you want.

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Thursday 27 August
4pm–5pm
Online

Interested in learning about honours and other research opportunities at Frazer Institute?

Join us to hear from Frazer Institute researchers about their research and opportunities for research projects.

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Friday 28 August
10am–11am
Room 101, ModWest (11A) and online

Join Everway's accessibility specialists to discover how Read&Write can support literature reviews, reading comprehension, note-taking, writing, and productivity throughout your research journey.

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Friday 28 August
2pm–3:30pm
Online

Join us for an overview of:

• Physics honours program
• Graduate Diploma in Physics
• Master of Science in Physics
• Master of Quantum Technology.

Learn what to expect in these programs, and find out about the research opportunities available.

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