Much of the information you need throughout your candidature can be found on the Researchers Hub website, and in the HDR Candidates Hub in Brightspace and you are encouraged to visit those sites often to keep up to date.
The rest of the information on this page relates to Faculty of Arts and Education specific processes.
Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates are provisionally enrolled and will have their candidature confirmed at the successful completion of their probation requirements. A major part of these requirements is the confirmation seminar and submission of a written research proposal. This usually occurs:
Information on Operating Funds and the process for accessing this funding can be found on the Operating Funds – Guidelines page. Please note that there is a different process for accessing funding for travel-related expenses.
It is critical that you have both endorsement from your principal supervisor and approval from the Head of School before making any purchases.
For travel-related expenses, it is critical that a Charles Sturt University travel plan is completed and approved prior to your travel. Visit the Travel website
NOTE: you may be able to access funds to support travel via a Travel/Equity Grant. Visit: HDR Equity/Travel Support Grant Application
Faculty of Arts and Education
Charles Sturt University
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AUSTRALIA