Module 3.3: Higher Degree by Research Candidature Management - 23 June 2026

All times are listed in AEST (April to September) or AEDT (October to March)

The purpose of this module is to provide an insight into the current and evolving practices around the management of Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates and candidature, including:

• An understanding of the basic principles and purpose underlying HDR candidature management;
• An understanding of the internal and external reporting requirements associated with HDR candidature; and
• An understanding of risks associated with HDR candidature and appropriate mitigation, management and reporting of such risks.

Key learning outcomes

After completing this module, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of candidature management in HDR education and university research;

• Effectively manage and report HDR milestones and candidature variations; and

• Effectively manage internal and external reporting requirements in regard to HDR candidature.

Who should attend

This module is suitable for:

• Senior research management professionals, academics and Associate Deans
• Junior research management professionals wishing to progress their career

Research management professionals from all organisations and institutions will benefit from this module including those from:

• Research agencies and institutes
• Medical research institutes
• Research and development corporations
• Research centres
• Government departments
• Funding bodies
• Industrial research and development teams
• Service providers
• Commercialisation bodies
• Consultancies

Accreditation Pathway

This module forms part of the ARMS Professional Development Framework under the “Higher Degree by Research Candidature Cycle”, along with:

• Module 3.1: Higher Degree by Research Scholarships
• Module 3.2: Higher Degree by Research International Partnerships
• Module 3.4: Higher Degree by Research Admissions and Completions

While it is recommended that this module is undertaken in conjunction with the other HDR modules to support a comprehensive understanding of the HDR lifecycle, this is not mandatory.

The module may be completed as a standalone professional development activity or as part of a broader ARMS accreditation pathway.

Participants from all regions may enrol. 

Presenter(s)

Dr Anne-Marie Hede
High Ambitions Consulting and
Honorary Professor, Victoria University

Format

Online workshop (Zoom)

Cost

• ARMS Member: $420 AUD (GST inclusive) - Member discount applied automatically in the shopping cart.
• Non-Member: $520 AUD (GST inclusive)

Registration:

• Members: Log into your account and then continue your registration below.
• Non-Members: Create or sign into your free website user account to continue your registration.

Event Communications and Pre-Reading

• A registration confirmation email will be issued upon successful registration. Please note that pending payments may delay confirmation. If you require assistance, contact the ARMS Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator.
• Access to the Body of Knowledge (pre-reading), any additional study material, and the Zoom access link will be distributed approximately ten (10) days prior to the workshop.

Cancellation Policy:

Should your circumstances change, and you are unable to attend this workshop, you must contact the ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au by no later than 10 working days prior to the commencement of the scheduled event. ARMS will refund the full registration fee minus any administrative fees.

Should you cancel less than 10 working days prior to the commencement of this workshop, no refund will be payable but instead you may wish to send a proxy.

ARMS reserve the right to cancel, postpone or re-schedule courses and events due to minimum numbers not being reached or for other unforeseen circumstances.  In the event of a cancellation, ARMS will aim to advise all participants in writing five (5) days prior to the scheduled event and will refund the full registration fee including administrative charges within 30 days after notification.

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Enquiries:

For further information, please contact the Accreditation and Member Engagement Coordinator:

• Email: ARMSAccreditation@researchmanagement.org.au
• Phone +61 8 8201 5592