Support Structure for Higher Degree by Research Students
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Useful Contacts
Adelaide Graduate Centre (AGC) >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
The Adelaide Graduate Centre
The AGC is responsible for the management and administration of research education at the University of Adelaide. During the course of your candidature you are likely to get to know the Adelaide Graduate Centre (AGC) very well.It is the first area to contact whenever you have a question about your research program, candidature or scholarship.
Researcher Education Development Unit (RED) >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
Researcher Education Development Unit
The RED Unit provides a range of face-to-face workshop programs, online modules, individual consultations and resource materials that value-add to the research experience and deliver skills and knowledge essential to research success.Services include:
- the Integrated Bridging Program-Research,
- programs and workshops for HDR candidates,
- the Exploring Supervision program,
- the Future Research Leader's program.
Support Structure for HDR Students
Faculty & 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-supervisor 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.
Your role and responsibilities, and those of the Head of School, Postgraduate Coordinator and your supervisors are discussed later in the Research Student Handbook.
Clink through the link the current list of Postgraduate Coordinators.
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Information Services
Information Services physically located at Hub Central is the 'front door' to the University and will be an initial point of contact and first port of call for students. It is a one-stop, one step service for all student information queries.Services provide include:
- information, direction and advice
- orientation and enrolment support
- technology support
- assistance to use the Hub facilities
- project rooms - bookable group study spaces
HUB Central >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
Hub Central
Hub Central is the focal point and heart of the vibrant and exhilarating student life at the University. It is the a new meeting and learning place for all our students providing access to:- Student Information Services,
- A range social and group learning spaces,
- A central area student-focused technology and support services, and
- The best on-campus experience for students in Australia.
Support Structure for HDR Students
University Contact Centre
The University Contact Centre is primarily an online (look at the bottom of the link provided) and telephone service related to anything which involves a fee, however you can go there in person to pay your fees, collect graduation certificates and purchase academic transcripts, and verify print and internet quotas.The University Contact Centre is co-located with Card services on Level 4, Wills Building (by the Post Office).
Note. Your first port of call for student information is online or in person via Information Services who are physically located at Hub Central.
Support Structure for HDR Students
Card Services
Card services have responsibility 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 - including bicycle storage facilities.Card services are co-located with The University Contact Centre on Level 4, Wills Building (by the Post Office).
Support Structure for HDR Students
Adelaide University Union
The AUU 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 provide a range of services including a casual employment service, advocacy, a resource centre, national events, emergency loans, special interest clubs and free tax and legal advice.
For inforamtion about all of the services provided and benefits of becoming a member of the AUU visit them online.
Research Education & Development Committee (REDC) >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
Research Education & Development Committee (REDC)
The Research Education & 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), the Director, Adelaide Graduate Centre and the Director, Research Branch. a postgraduate student elected by the AUU is an ex-officio member of the committee.
Faculty Higher Degrees Committee >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
Faculty Higher Degrees 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.For International Students
Information for International Students >>
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Information for International Student
The International Student pages provides a variety of useful information specific to international students.The University of Adelaide is one of Australia's most prestigious universities and is renowned internationally for excellence in education and research.
We offer studies in agriculture, business, law, engineering, mathematical and computer sciences, architecture, medicine, dentistry, humanities and social sciences, music, teaching and sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. There are also opportunities for short-term study through the Study Abroad and Exchange programs.
The University of Adelaide welcomes enquiries from international students interested in coming to study in our undergraduate, postgraduate, study abroad and exchange programs.
Support Structure for HDR Students
The International Office
The International Office is responsible for pre-arrival visa matters for international research student applicants, including the issue of the 'confirmation of enrolment'.Please note that applications for admission to higher degree by research programs are submitted to and processed by the Adelaide Graduate Centre. Queries regarding admission and enrolment should be directed to the International Admissions Officer at the Adelaide Graduate Centre.
The higher degree by research application form for international students and further information about the application process is available on Adelaide Graduate Centre website.
Post-arrival, the Adelaide Graduate Centre is also the primary academic and administrative contact for international students, while the International Student Centre provides additional practical and social support.
International Student Centre (ISC) >>
Support Structure for HDR Students
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 foronshore international students including:
- 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,
- Regular Social events.
