HDR Orientation

This online self-paced course will introduce you to Griffith's research culture, terminology used in the HDR space, program requirements, responsible research practices, and support services available to assist you during your candidature. This course is most beneficial when completed in the first month of candidature but must be completed by all HDR candidates no later than six months from program commencement.

Access instructions:

This course is accessible via the HDR Professional Development organisation which all currently enrolled HDR candidates are automatically added to. You can access the HDR Professional Development organisation directly via this hyperlink or using the following instructions:

• Log into Canvas using your S number and password (Canvas can also be accessed via myGriffith).
• Access the HDR Professional Development organisation by clicking on the organisation title displayed on your dashboard (homepage) or in your Courses list which is accessible via the menu bar on the left side of the screen.
• Click on the GGRS HDR Orientation Course button which appears immediately below the GGRS Professional Development banner.

* Please note, access is linked to your student profile. If you also hold a staff role with the university you will need to make sure that you are logging into Canvas using your student profile. To do this, use a private browser or different browser to what you use for your staff access to open https://lms.griffith.edu.au. When prompted to enter an email address, enter your student email (name@griffithuni.edu.au) and complete SSO.

Before commencing your research, it’s important that you understand what constitutes ethical research practice and how to apply it to your research. This online self-paced course will help you to consider the different aspects of what is meant by research integrity so that you are equipped to conduct responsible research that will enhance the reputation of your research team and the University. All HDR candidates must complete this course in the first six months of candidature.

Access instructions: This course is accessible via the Research Integrity Foundations organisation which all currently enrolled HDR candidates are automatically added to. You can access the Research Integrity Foundations organisation directly via this hyperlink or using the following instructions:

• Log into Canvas using your S number and password (Canvas can also be accessed via myGriffith).
• Access the Research Integrity Foundations organisation by clicking on the organisation title displayed on your dashboard (homepage) or in your Courses list which is accessible via the menu bar on the left side of the screen.
• Click on the Research Integrity Foundations button which appears in your list of organisations.

* Please note, access is linked to your student profile. If you also hold a staff role with the university you will need to make sure that you are logging into Canvas using your student profile. To do this, use a private browser or different browser to what you use for your staff access to open https://lms.griffith.edu.au. When prompted to enter an email address, enter your student email (name@griffithuni.edu.au) and complete SSO.

Griffith International supports the orientation experience for commencing international HDR candidates via a dedicated orientation seminar for commencing international HDR candidates as part of their orientation activities. This session is held on the first Friday after intake .

International candidates will receive an email the week prior to each intake with an invitation to the seminar.

This webinar will provide commencing HDR candidates with essential information about program requirements and expectations in the first year of candidature including - milestone requirements, how to work with your supervisory team and other tips and tricks to get you started on your project. This session is designed to complement the information provided in the GGRS HDR Orientation Course and is presented in a live format to enable you to ask questions and chat with other new candidates.

2024 Dates:

Contact ggrs-education@griffith.edu.au for further information.

All HDR candidates are invited to join us at our on-campus morning tea to meet and reconnect with HDR Support Staff and other HDR candidates. While networking over refreshments, you will have the opportunity to meet the Dean of the Griffith Graduate Research School (GGRS) and learn about HDR support services at Griffith, including – the Library, eResearch, GGRS, Careers and Employment Service, Griffith International, the Postgraduate Student Associations and other key providers.

2024 Dates:

REGISTER HERE for the intake 4 session.

An intercampus bus is available for HDR candidates travelling between campuses.

All HDR candidates are required to complete general Health and Safety training and Certified Facility training as outlined in the training matrix. Completion of this training is something that should be prioritised as it is often linked to facilities access.

All HDR candidates are required to complete this online self-paced course. More information and access instructions are available via the Secure Engagement with International Parties Hub.

If your School or Department hosts discipline-specific orientation activities, you will be contacted via email within the first month of your candidature or you can contact your HDR Convenor for more information.