International HDR Candidate Orientation April 2019
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The Macquarie Story http://www.mq.edu.au/about/about‐the‐university/the‐macquarie‐story Inspiration and first class facilities: MQ located at the heart of Australia’s largest high‐ tech precinct and infrastructure investment offers students and researchers the best technology: Australian Hearing Hub, Global headquarters of Cochlear Ltd, library featuring robotic book storage Five‐star university: QS Worldwide University rankings in graduate employability, teaching, research, facilities, innovation, internationalisation, access and specialist subjects ‘A typical five star university is generally world class in a broad range of areas, enjoys a high reputation and has cutting‐edge facilities and internationally renowned research and teaching faculty’ http://www.topuniversities.com/qs‐stars
Research at Macquarie Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) 2015 http://www.arc.gov.au/news‐media/news/era‐2015‐results http://mq.edu.au/about/executive/vice‐chancellor/2015/12/04/outstanding‐success‐in‐era‐2015/ 96 % of disciplines rated at or above world standards Top rating of 5 in Physical Sciences, Engineering, Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences “ While the extent of its achievements belies the University’s youthfulness, they are an accurate reflection of the ingenuity, inventiveness, agility and audacity shown over the first 50 years of its history. Across a kaleidoscope of disciplines, Macquarie’s researchers had led or contributed to world‐ leading research with world‐changing impact ” ‐ Sakkie Pretorious, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research) http://www.mq.edu.au/about/about‐the‐ university/governance/executive/deputy‐vice‐chancellor‐research/world‐ leading‐research
Strategic Research Framework 1. Accelerate world‐leading research performance 2. Prepare world‐ready higher degree research candidates 3. Engage as a world‐recognised research collaborator of choice 4. Deliver research with world‐changing impact http://www.mq.edu.au/about/about‐the‐university/governance/executive/deputy‐ vice‐chancellor‐research/world‐leading‐research Scholarships (more than $30M) ‐ RTP, iRTP, MQRES, iMQRES, co‐funded scholarships (Cotutelle/Joint PhD or CSC‐MQ) ‐ Additional scholarships for externally funding research projects ‐ Ongoing funding opportunities
Today’s Agenda 1. Responsibilities and Ethics 2. Progressions and Examinations 3. Safety and Wellbeing on campus and in Australia 4. Scholarships and Cotutelle Programs 5. Visas, work and health cover 6. Other aspects of life on campus OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
HDR Commencements All HDR candidates must complete a compulsory Central Commencement Program that is organised by the Dean HDR Office. Information is available on My Research Program webpages. • There is a Dean’s welcome (face‐to‐face) which is organised by the Dean HDR Office. • The CCP is to be completed online. OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
HDR Handbook and Guide • The HDR Handbook contains essential information for all HDR candidates and Supervisors, including links to policies, guidelines and procedures • Always check HDRO and Policy Central websites for the latest policies and guidelines OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Student Code of Conduct The Macquarie Student Code of Conduct covers: • Misconduct • Dishonesty • Breach of rights • Alcohol and drugs • Compliance • Disciplinary process • Cooperation etc OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Ethics Clearance Ethics approval is required for research involving the following, and the application is via the Research Office: • Human Ethics Information and Application • Animals Ethics Information and Application • Biosafety, Biosecurity and Gene Technology Information and Application OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Research Integrity All persons engaged in research under the auspices of Macquarie University are required to comply with the standards of responsible and ethical conduct. • Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research • Macquarie University Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Government Compliance Working with Children under 18 • Must get clearance prior to commencing research • Government requirement introduced in 2013 • Apply online for your Working With Children Check OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Progressions OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS 13
Candidature Length PhD – 3 years MPhil – full‐time MRes Yr 2 2 years full‐time MRes ‐ approx. 1 year 2 years full‐time full‐time OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Changes to Candidature Types of Changes to Candidature • Change of Program • Leave of absence • Off‐Site research (for MPhil/PhD) • Change of Supervisors • Change of Thesis Title • Change of Residency Status • Out of Time Extension • Degree Transfer OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS 15
Annual Progress Report Monitor progress and Satisfactory progress For PhD and MPhil ensure the research is required for enrolment Candidature on track to continue Satisfactory progress All APR‐related email are required for scholarship Mandatory process sent to MQ HDR student funding (scholarship required annually email addresses holders, subject to expiry date) to continue Report to be completed Information on the APR online in October each & FAQs are available year online OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Progress and Monitoring for MRes Year 2 You do not need to submit an APR but will be monitored through the four research activities: • Literature Review • Research Methods • Research Planning • Research Frontiers II Finally … the thesis component Final grading based on weighted average of the thesis and research activities OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Annual Leave MRes Year 2 MRes Year 1 May take leave after Have semester breaks submitting thesis PHD/MPhil Candidates 4 weeks annual leave (or pro‐rata if less than a year) Annual leave for HDR must be taken on a yearly basis If you are on a scholarship, the stipends continues during this annual leave period, liaise with your supervisor to ensure it does not affect your progress OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Tuition Fees PhD MRes Full Fee Paying Programs Year 1 based on total number of units enrolled Scholarships covers tuition fee during tenure Year 2 fee is charged per session Paid in advance at the beginning of each Paid in advance at the beginning of each session; session Scholarships covers tuition fee during tenure If you have a sponsor: It is your responsibility to liaise with them to ensure on time payment. Payment after due date may attract $200 fine Failure to pay fees may result in cancellation of your visa Session 1 (EP1): 1 January – 30 June(payment due date: 25 January) Session 2 (EP2): 1 July – 31 December (payment due day: 25 July) *MRes Year 1 payment due date –until enrolment date (Census day) OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Tuition Fees Continued Fees and Costs https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/fees‐and‐costs How to Pay https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/fees‐and‐costs/how‐to‐pay Payment Due Dates https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/fees‐and‐costs/payment‐due‐dates Revenue Services contact information T: (02) 9850 7230 Submit Request to: Ask.mq.edu.au (Fees, Fines and Loans) OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
For progression matters please contact: hdrcurrent@mq.edu.au
Thesis Examination OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Thesis Examination What do I need to do? Discuss the type of thesis you intend to submit with your supervisor: ‐ Traditional thesis ‐ Thesis by publication (PhD/MRes only) ‐ Thesis with a creative component Review the thesis preparation, submission and examination information on the My Research Program (HDR) website for information about: ‐ Nomination of Examiners ‐ Thesis content and presentation ‐ Thesis submission ‐ Thesis examination OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
Thesis Examination Further information • Higher Degree Research Thesis Preparation, Submission and Examination Policy • My Research Program (HDR) website ‐ Thesis Preparation, Submission and Examination Contact Details • PhD/MPhil candidates: hdrexam@mq.edu.au • MRes candidates: exam.mres@mq.edu.au OFFICE OF HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH TRAINING AND PARTNERSHIPS
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