Support on your graduate research journey

Application advice

We provide assistance and advice to prospective research students. Our staff can help you identify your eligibility for an HDR course, plus the academic Schools and research areas that best fit your areas of interest. 

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Find out about Joint PhD Programs

Research scholarships

There are many postgraduate research scholarships available for students at UWA. The GRS administers these, and assists with your application and the allocation of scholarships. 

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Induction and welcomes

Held every month, GRS welcomes can be attended in person or online. They are an important social opportunity to meet other newly enrolled students and GRS staff will provide information to help prepare you for your program of research and ensure you understand the expectations of your course.  

In addition, the GRS hosts online induction modules which provide a more detailed overview of graduate research training at UWA, from enrolment through to graduation. You will be asked to complete these modules early on in your candidature, but you can refer back to them at any time. 

Research internships

To help you get the most out of your research studies, the GRS encourages and assists you to undertake relevant internships. You may choose to design your own internship with an industry partner, or you may opt to enrol in a pre-existing internship program. 

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Managing the journey

All higher degrees by research have milestones to keep you on track. Our dedicated candidature management system, HDRhub, gives you at-a-glance information in your personal dashboard. This system allows you to check milestone and submission dates, apply for leave, share meeting notes with your supervisors and book a place at a range of training and development activities. 

Learn about research student policies

Training and skills development

The GRS provides training and development for HDR students and supervisors. We provide practical workshops to support you through every stage of candidature and help you develop the skills you need for the next stage in your career. Further training is provided by the Library, Careers and other units around campus. Check HDRhub for upcoming events.  

Thesis submission and examination

We will provide you with assistance and advice to ensure that you understand the requirements for thesis submission and examination in your course. The GRS liaises with examiners and ensures your examination stays on track.  

GRS Newsletters

The GRS produces monthly newsletters to keep you updated on events and other happenings in and around the University, with further opportunities to register for events and stay informed about your UWA research community.