Terms and Conditions of Candidature


The University of Queensland sets a number of terms and conditions for research higher degree candidature. All UQ RHD candidates are required to:

  1. Initiate and maintain an accurate student record. This includes logging into mySI-net at the beginning of candidature and at least once each semester, entering all outstanding student data, checking that your enrolment details are correct, and paying all student charges and fees by the due dates. Online help for completing these activities is available on the myAdvisor website. If you do not know your username or password, contact Information Technology Services (ITS).
  2. Regularly access your student e-mail address and read all official University e-mails. All official University email is sent to your UQ student account, including library notices and fees reminders. If you do not know your username or password, contact Information Technology Services (ITS) at help@its.uq.edu.au.
  3. Comply with the University's rules and policies as set out on the Graduate School website and elsewhere on the University's website, along with any subsequent amendments approved by the Senate or the Academic Board from time to time. These rules include Part 4 of the General Award Rules.
  4. Comply with the University's policies on the conduct of research.
  5. Provide reports on progress (and such other information as may be required) from time to time by the Dean, UQ Graduate School to your advisor, school, and the University. These reports include the reports on attainment of development and progression milestones, including confirmation of provisional candidature; other reports may also be required from time to time.
  6. Remain enrolled continuously for the duration of your research higher degree program. To take leave or withdraw from your candidature you must seek and obtain specific written approval from the Dean, UQ Graduate School.
  7. Enrol in no other program without obtaining specific written approval from the Dean, UQ Graduate School.
  8. Obtain approval for any amendment or change to your candidature from the Dean, UQ Graduate School.
  9. Attend seminars and conferences as required by your advisory team, school/institute, or the Dean, UQ Graduate School.
  10. Comply with any additional terms and conditions set by the Dean, UQ Graduate School.

 
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