Seminars and Workshops for Science Postgraduates
The Faculty of Science, schools in the faculty, the Monash Research Graduate School (MRGS), and the Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA) all run a range of seminars, workshops, and other events for postgraduate candidates.
- 2012 Faculty of Science Postgraduate Seminar Series
- Monash Research Graduate School (MRGS) - exPERT Program
- Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA)
- UpSkills Program @ The University of Melbourne
- Monash University Library
- Other seminars and workshops of interest to Science postgraduate research students
1. 2012 Faculty of Science Postgraduate Seminar Series
| Seminar | Description | Date | Time | 2012 Venue | To register | Seminar Presentation |
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Writing the Literature Review (I)
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An introduction to preparing and constructing the literature review for those who have had little experience in this area of research analysis and presentation.
Speaker: Clare Pitkethly
Learning Skills Advisor, Hargrave-Andrew Library. |
Tuesday, 27 March 2012 |
4:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S10, Bld.25 (East Wing), Clayton Campus |
Register online |
Seminar Presentation (783kb, PPT) |
| Storing, Analysing, and Sharing My Research Data |
This seminar aims to provide information on how to gain access to and use the Large Research Data Storage (LaRDS) facility and other research data management solutions as well as information on good research data management practices.
Speaker: Ms Katrina Tepper
Research & Learning Coordinator, Hargrave-Andrew Library, Mr Stephen Dart, LARDS Service Manager. |
Wednesday, 18 April 2012 |
1:00 – 2:30pm |
Lecture Theatre S2, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
Seminar Presentation (9.7mb, PPT) |
| Faculty of Science: Induction for postgraduate research students 2012 |
Introduction to the Faculty of Science and Monash University and the Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programme.
Attendance is compulsory for those postgraduate research students who have enrolled in a higher degree by research in the Faculty of Science from 1 October 2011 to present.
For further information: visit the science postgraduate induction page. Lunch will be provided. Attendees will break out into their respective School-run induction programs in the afternoon of Thursday, 3 May 2012.
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Thursday, 3 May 2012. |
9:45am – 12:40pm |
Bruce West Seminar Room, Room 138,
First Floor,
School of Chemistry, Building 23, Clayton campus |
Register online |
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| The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Supervisory and other relationships in your Higher Degree life |
What does a good supervisory relationship look like? How do you handle other relationships within your department or school? How do you get your relationship back on track when things start to go wrong? What are your options if things turn really ugly?
This session looks at real case studies from the postgraduate perspective and provides tips to help keep your departmental and supervisory relationships in good shape as well as providing strategies to deal with difficult supervisors.
Jenny Reeder is the Executive Officer of the Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA) and has over 20 years experience in the higher education sector, with a particular interest in the student/supervisor relationship.
This session is open to staff as well as postgraduates but will conclude with a "postgraduate only" discussion session.
Speakers: Associate Professor Tony Patti, Faculty of Science
Ms Jennifer Reeder, Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA).
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Wednesday, 9 May 2012 |
5:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
Seminar Presentation (370kb, PPT) |
| Faculty of Science information session on applying for postgraduate research scholarships in the 2012 mid-year round |
This seminar will provide information to current and future higher degree by research (HDR) candidates (e.g. MSc, MPhil, PhD) on how to maximise their opportunities by offering advice on the scholarship application processes of Monash University (now online) and the Faculty of Science.
Speaker: Associate Professor Tony Patti
Faculty of Science. |
Thursday, 10 May 2012 |
1:00 – 2:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S9, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| Thesis by Publication and related issues |
This seminar will provide an overview on what constitutes a thesis 'by publication' and how to prepare such a thesis.
Speaker: Associate Professor Tony Patti
Faculty of Science. |
Thursday, 24 May 2012 |
5:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| Writing the Literature Review (II) |
A follow-up to the Introductory Seminar for those who already have experience with writing the Literature Review, but would like to know more about how to critically evaluate the literature collected, organise the literature and synthesise the content. The seminar will also cover writing approaches that assist in preparing a high standard literature review.
Speaker: Clare Pitkethly
Learning Skills Advisor, Hargrave-Andrew Library. |
Wednesday, 6 June 2012 |
4:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| Refereeing process for journal articles and other publications – a view from both sides |
An overview on how journal articles are refereed.
Speaker: To be confirmed. |
Wednesday, 20 June 2012 |
1:00 – 2:30pm |
To be confirmed |
Register online |
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| Faculty of Science information session on applying for postgraduate research scholarships in the end of year round |
This seminar will provide information to current and future higher degree by research (HDR) candidates (e.g. MSc, MPhil, PhD) on how to maximise their opportunities by offering advice on the scholarship application processes of Monash University (now online) and the Faculty of Science.
Speaker: Associate Professor Tony Patti
Faculty of Science |
Thursday, August 30 2012 |
1:00 – 2:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S8, Bld.21
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| Faculty of Science information session on applying for postgraduate research scholarships in the end of year round |
This seminar will provide information to current and future higher degree by research (HDR) candidates (e.g. MSc, MPhil, PhD) on how to maximise their opportunities by offering advice on the scholarship application processes of Monash University (now online) and the Faculty of Science. |
Thursday, August 30 2012 |
5:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| The Monash Science International higher degree by research (HDR) candidate Experience - Joys and Challenges |
This seminar aims to provide information for Science International higher degree by research (HDR) candidates including the joys and challenges at Monash University and the Faculty of Science.
Speaker: Associate Professor Tony Patti, Faculty of Science
Ms Jennifer Reeder, Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA) and Members from the Faculty of Science Postgraduate Committee (PGC).
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Wednesday, 5 September 2012 |
5:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| Storing, Analysing, and Sharing My Research Data (A repeat of the April seminar) |
This seminar aims to provide information on how to gain access to and use the Large Research Data Storage (LaRDS) facility and other research data management solutions as well as information on good research data management practices.
Speaker: Ms Katrina Tepper
Research & Learning Coordinator, Hargrave-Andrew Library, Mr Stephen Dart, LARDS Service Manager. |
Wednesday, 12 September 2012 |
1:00 – 2:30pm |
Lecture Theatre S8, Bld.21
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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| So you want to be an academic? |
For science research students who aspire to a position in university academia, this seminar will outline several means to help you make this dream a reality; including tips on what interview panel members are looking for when recruiting for a postdoctoral/academic appointment.
Speaker: Associate Professor David Paganin, School of Physics, Faculty of Science. |
Wednesday, 14 November 2012 |
5:00 – 6:00pm |
Lecture Theatre S11, Bld.25
(East Wing),
Clayton Campus |
Register online |
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Registration page information:
If you would like more information on these events, please contact Johanna Laurent at johanna.laurent@monash.edu or by telephone on (03) 9905 9052.
If you register now and decide later not to attend, please deregister on the Faculty of Science Booking System or contact Johanna Laurent.
Archive of the 2007 - 2011 Faculty of Science Postgraduate Seminar Series
2. Monash Research Graduate School (MRGS) - exPERT Program
The Monash Research Graduate School (MRGS) coordinates an annual seminar and workshop program for postgraduate research students known as the exPERT program. The program focuses on key aspects of employment and research training and the development of generic and transferable skills. Full details are available from the exPERT booking system.
3. Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA)
The Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA) offers a range of seminars, lunches and networking opportunities for research postgraduates.
4. UpSkills Program – The University of Melbourne
Monash postgraduates also have the opportunity to attend the School of Graduate Studies, University of Melbourne UpSkills Program seminars if places exist. This agreement is part of the Monash-Melbourne Protocol that promotes cooperation in service areas between the two institutions.
5. Monash University Library
Monash University Library offers a range of sessions, including Introduction to EndNote. For more information and to register, go to the Library class booking system.
6. Other seminars and workshops of interest to Science postgraduate research students
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