HDR Orientation

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Quarter 2 2024
Tue 7th May9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Meet the Graduate Research School team and discover what opportunities and support is available to you as a Western Higher Research Degree Candidate.

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Quarter 3 2024
Held in late JulyTBADetails will be publicly available several weeks in advance. Invitations will be sent to Schools/Institutes/Units and new candidates accordingly.TBA
Quarter 4 2024
Held in late OctoberTBADetails will be publicly available several weeks in advance. Invitations will be sent to Schools/Institutes/Units and new candidates accordingly.TBA

*HDR Orientation applies to PhD, MPhil and Professional Doctorate candidates. Bachelor of Research Studies (BRes) / Master of Research (MRes) candidates should refer to the MRes Enrolment Information document attached to your offer letter for details about orientation.

Who should attend these sessions?

All new and commencing PhD, MPhil and Professional Doctorate candidates should attend HDR Orientation sessions.

HDR candidates that are new to Western Sydney University (e.g. after transferring from another University) may also want to attend these sessions.

Master of Research candidates should not attend these sessions as there is a separate Orientation event.

Which sessions do I need to attend?

You need to attend all compulsory sessions. If new HDR candidates miss the HDR Orientation for any reason, they should attend the next available HDR Orientation.

International candidates should also attend the international-only session.

Why do I need to attend these sessions?

HDR Orientation is designed to provide you with the information you need to make a successful start to your candidature. This event is an important part of building research culture. It also provides you with a valuable opportunity to engage with your HDR colleagues across our Schools and Institutes.