People considering boosting their qualifications and improving or changing their career will have access to a wide range of expert advice at The University of Queensland`s Postgraduate Expo.
The free event will be held from 4.30pm to 7pm tomorrow (Wednesday, November 30) at Customs House, 399 Queen Street, Brisbane.
UQ offers a range of postgraduate opportunities at many levels, including Graduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters by Coursework, Masters by Research, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Professional Doctorate.
Some of the University`s leading academics will be on hand during the evening to answer questions and provide information about UQ`s flexible and career-tailored postgraduate programs.
Seminars will be held on a wide range of study areas including counselling, nursing, business, law, education and writing, editing and publishing.
A complete seminar schedule is available at
www.uq.edu.au/study/postgraduate-expo
Dean of Students Dr Lisa Gaffney said UQ was Queensland`s leading postgraduate institution with over 8300 higher degree students enrolled in coursework or research programs.
“The knowledge and skills gained through top quality postgraduate programs give our graduates a competitive advantage in the job market,” she said.
Dr Gaffney said many of the University`s postgraduate students were completing research higher degrees, specialising in a particular field of study.
“UQ is one of the top three research universities in Australia and leads industry collaboration and research funding,” she said.
“Students are able to study with researchers of international renown and have access to a myriad of information networks and resources.
“The University provides excellent academic, administrative and personal support services for postgraduate students undertaking research or coursework programs, giving them the optimum higher degree experience.”
More information about postgraduate study at UQ is available at: www.uq.edu.au/study
For further information contact Ellen Hay on 07 3365 9132 or e.hay@admin.uq.edu.au
