For new students

4. During your first month

Make sure you follow all the important steps outlined on the myUQ HDR Pages.
Discuss your project and to establish expectations (of both you and your advisor/s) for your candidature. There is an “Expectations Survey” that can be used to assist in this discussion: you and your advisor/s should each fill out the form independently prior to your meeting;
Discuss Intellectual property and whether or not you need to complete a SIPCA (Student IP assignment and confidentiality deed) to assign your intellectual property to UQ
Set up a regular meeting schedule with your advisor/s
Familiarise yourself with the Faculty HDR milestones, including the compulsory 3 month review
Discuss ethical clearance for your project with your advisor/s, if applicable. Students generally require clearance from both UQ and the relevant hospital.
Discuss with your advisor/s, if you need to comply with Queensland Health infectious disease screening and vaccination requirements.

Attend a Graduate School International Student Orientation (compulsory for international students)
Attend a Graduate School Orientation session (compulsory for ALL students). Visit here and scroll down for the next ‘Orientation session'.
Attend a FoM induction session - this will provide Faculty-specific information about HDR Progress Reviews, library resources for students, statistical support provided, IT services, research integrity, and intellectual property considerations.
- Please see below for dates and locations:
  - RQ2 2024 - Wednesday 5 June 2024, 10:00am - 12:00pm
  - Room 360, Physiology Building, Learning Theatre, Building 63, St Lucia Campus