About the Adelaide Graduate Centre
The Graduate Centre is responsible for the management and administration of research education at the University of Adelaide including:
- admissions (Higher Degree by Research only)
- enrolments
- candidature
- scholarships
- thesis examination
- the delivery of professional development programs for research students and supervisors
- the Integrated Bridging Program—Research (IBP-R) for international students and recent permanent residents for whom English is an alternative language.
Our helpful and friendly staff are always on hand to offer advice and assistance, contact via email or phone +61 8 8313 5882. Alternatively see our staff contact details.
The Centre also houses the Researcher Education and Development (RED) unit. The RED unit provides, for both academic staff and HDR students, a range of face-to-face workshops, online modules, individual consultations and resource materials.
The Centre operates under the leadership of the Dean of Graduate Studies, who also convenes the Research Education and Development Committee (REDC). REDC is in charge of research higher degree policy development, and has legal responsibility for the award of the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy and Masters by research.
Other Useful Services for HDR Students
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The Faculty and School
Your main source of academic support during candidature will be your supervisory panel. Each research student at the University of Adelaide has a principal supervisor and at least one co- or external supervisor. Your principal supervisor has the primary responsibility for coordinating your supervision. In addition, the Head of School and your local Postgraduate Coordinator have significant responsibilities for research higher degree students.
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The University Contact Centre
The University Contact Centre provides a range of services to prospective and current students. The University Contact Centre can help research students with general queries regarding fees, graduations and the wide range of student services available on campus. The University Contact Centre takes payment for student fees and charges and provides access to University records.
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Card Services
Card Services are responsible for the production of student identity cards and can provide advice and assistance regarding eligibility for an identity card, how and where cardholders may use cards, the issue of
concession stickers, activation of building access and the verification of print and Internet quotas.
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The Adelaide University Union
The Adelaide University Union provides students with essential, non academic services on campus, for the effective representation of all students, and for the creation of a campus community and culture.
The AUU is run by students for students and there is something for everyone.
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The Research Education and Development Committee (REDC) / Dean of Graduate Studies
The Research Education and Development Committee (REDC) at the University of Adelaide has responsibility for overseeing all research higher degree policy development, including the legal responsibility for the award of Doctoral degrees and Masters’ by research. The Committee is convened by the Dean of Graduate Studies and includes a senior representative from each of the Faculties, the Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) and the Director, Research Branch. A postgraduate student elected by the AUU is an ex-officio member of the Committee.
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Faculty Higher Degree Committee
Each Faculty in the University has a Higher Degrees Committee. The Higher Degrees Committee has responsibility for all research and coursework higher degree matters within the Faculty.
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International Students
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The International Student Centre
The University recognises the additional challenges faced by many of our international students in relocating and adjusting to the Adelaide research and social environment. The International Student Centre (ISC) is committed to assisting students from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds to make the transition smoothly and to actively participate, and succeed, in their chosen degree program and beyond. The ISC provides a range of support services to cater for the needs of onshore international students. These include:
- an airport reception service;
- assistance with finding temporary accommodation on arrival;
- an orientation program;
- assistance with contacting the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) in relation to post-arrival visa issues;
- overseas student health cover (OSHC) assistance;
- support in the resolution of any financial, accommodation and personal difficulties;
- social events including a regular Friday morning tea.
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The Overseas Students’ Association (OSA)
The Overseas Students’ Association (OSA) is the official student organisation that represents all international students at the University of Adelaide. If you are an international student, you are automatically a member. The OSA is a focal point for the coordination of social activities for international students as well as representation and support for the needs and rights of international students at the University. Further information is available on
the web at: www.adelaide.edu.au/osa/
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