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Study support
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From orientation to graduation and beyond, Deakin’s graduate researchers benefit from effective supervision, structured candidature support and access to our connected research community.
Support for every stage of your research degree
As a graduate researcher at Deakin, you’re supported to move through your research degree with clear milestones, experienced supervision and access to the resources you need to stay focused on what matters most: your research. You’ll be part of an active research community, with specialist facilities, infrastructure and graduate researcher programs supporting your progress from commencement to thesis submission.
Candidature management support
Your research degree is supported by clear processes and procedures and dedicated supervision. With a personalised online candidature profile to track milestones and manage changes, you’ll have the structure and guidance needed to stay on track.
Programs for graduate researchers
Through the Researcher Development Academy, you’ll have access to workshops and sessions focused on topics including research practice, writing, milestones and research communication, all designed to support progress throughout your degree.
Research partnerships and experiences
Build experience beyond your thesis through a range of opportunities, which may include study trips, research fieldwork and fellowships, industry mentorship and initiatives like the National Industry PhD Program.
Support beyond your degree
Your development as a researcher doesn’t stop at submission. Discover how Deakin continues to support you beyond your degree and into the next stage of your research journey.
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Celebrate graduate research through 3MT®
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) challenges graduate researchers to put their research to the test; challenging you to distil 80,000 words into just three minutes. Supported by workshops and coaching from Deakin’s research communication program, you’ll build confidence and gain experience presenting your research to diverse audiences during your degree.
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PhD candidate Hayley Keane explores how current workplace safety training can fall short for frontline workers.
3MT® finalist Houson Hu is transforming online gaming safety
The online gaming world continues to evolve, but how do you prioritise safety while gaming? Deakin graduate researcher and 3MT® finalist, Houson Hu, explains.
3MT® winner: Matt Crocker
Watch Deakin graduate researcher Matt Crocker present his award-winning 3MT®, which challenges conventional thinking about government spending and economic constraints.
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