Overview

This course provides all commencing higher degree research (HDR) candidates in the Faculty of Science a comprehensive and integrated induction as they begin their research training degree. The course is designed to introduce HDR candidates to the core principles of scientific research, to develop their science communication skills and provide … For more content click the Read More button below. Students will engage in several intensive days across the Term. Through a series of lectures, workshops, and online training modules, students will have the opportunity to engage with peers and relevant research support teams within the Science Faculty and UNSW Sydney. Successful completion of this course is also dependent on completion of any/all local (School-based) inductions relevant to their project or discipline. Note: This course is specifically developed for candidates undertaking Higher Degree Research (HDR) in the Science Faculty at UNSW.

Additional Enrolment Constraints

Students should take this course in the first year of their HDR program. This course is for students undertaking a Research Master or PhD program in the Faculty of Science. Students undertaking an MPhil program should enrol in SCIF7100.

Course Attributes

Introductory Course

Multi-Term Course

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

Pre-2019 Handbook Editions

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