Melbourne School of Graduate Research

For University Staff

Under the leadership of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Graduate Research) the Melbourne School of Graduate Research (MSGR) has a number of key areas of responsibility in the area of graduate research:

 

Our Role

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Policy and Quality Assurance - at University Level

The Research Higher Degrees Committee, a sub-committee of Academic Board, determines graduate research policy.

MSGR, working in collaboration with Faculties, Graduate Schools and Departments, has primary responsibility for policy implementation and for ensuring a consistent, high-quality research experience for candidates across the University.

Key policies pertaining to Graduate Research

 

The Research Higher Degrees Committee

Policy and Quality Assurance

Members of the MSGR Executive also chair a number of committees focusing on all aspects of graduate research management.

Research Higher Degrees Orientation Committee

Research Training Advisory Committee

Research Higher Degrees Managers Group

 

Supporting Supervisors

Supervisors at the University of Melbourne are supported by colleagues, Heads of Department and the academic and professional staff at MSGR.

MSGR provides extensive training workshops and professional development opportunities for academic staff supervising graduate research students.

We also have a range of publications, resources and advice, and are the first port of call for advice and information.

The Role of the Supervisor

 

Workshops for Supervisors

 

Resources for supervisors

Supporting Heads of Department and Graduate Research Coordinators

For graduate coordinators and research managers, MSGR runs regular fora highlighting resources, promoting best practice and offering opportunities for skill-sharing, networking and collaborative exchange.

The Role of the Graduate Research Coordinator

 

Graduate Research Coordinator Fora

Research Candidature Management

MSGR promotes best practice in research candidature management and oversees the major processes of admission, confirmation and examination.

Research Candidature Management

Academic Enrichment Opportunites for students

MSGR is recognised as a national and international leader in the provision of academic enrichment programs for graduate researchers.

Academic Enrichment for Graduate Researchers

Further Resources

For supervisors and graduate research coordinators.

Occupational Health and Safety

 

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