Induction program
Our induction program provides orientation and support for all newly-enrolled graduate researchers. It covers important information about student life and services at VU.
You'll learn about:
If you're beginning your first graduate research degree, you might feel that you would like additional support as you transition into the exciting world of research.
At VU you'll find a range of support programs available to help you develop the new skills you'll need to become a successful and independent researcher.
Research development
Our Researcher Development Program offers over 100 seminars and workshops every year.
These sessions help you to build key research capabilities such as:
- written and oral communication
- research design and statistics
- qualitative and quantitative analysis
- information literacy.
"My success is a direct result of the opportunity I was given to study at Victoria University. I would definitely recommend VU as it offers everyone a chance in a supportive and friendly environment."
Charlett Giuliani was awarded the highest Graduate Women Victoria prize in 2015.
Writing support
The Graduate Research Centre and the Department of Academic Support & Development offer one-on-one assistance to graduate researchers wishing to improve their writing skills.
This includes advice on writing research proposals, literature reviews, research articles, and thesis chapters.
PhD coursework units
VU provides two core coursework units for all new PhD scholars, designed to assist you as you prepare for candidature.
These units offer additional formalised learning and support in conceptualising and contextualising research and research integrity and ethics.
Research Ambassadors
Our Research Ambassadors are available to provide individual support to research students in a range of areas including:
- quantitative and qualitative research design and data analysis
- document formatting
- software (e.g. EndNote and NVivo)
- data and file management
- library research databases.
