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.
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:
Our Researcher Development Program offers over 100 seminars and workshops every year.
These sessions help you to build key research capabilities such as:
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The Graduate Research Centre and VU's Learning Hub offer assistance to graduate researchers wishing to improve their writing skills.
This includes advice on writing research proposals, literature reviews, research articles, and thesis chapters.
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.
Our Research Ambassadors are available to provide individual support to research students in a range of areas including:
The Victoria University Postgraduate Association (VUPA) is a student association that exclusively serves postgraduate students.
Funded by the Student Services and Amenitites Fee (SSAF), VUPA works closely with other University organisations and services to improve the experience of postgraduate students.
We run several events and seminars every year, where you can meet and learn from other postgraduate students and successful people from community and industry.
