Module 3.4: Higher Degree by Research Admissions and Completions - 21 May 2025

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) candidate admission and examination, including the understanding of:

• The HDR candidate application, acceptance and admission lifecycle for both domestic and international applicants;
• The rules governing the eligibility assessment for HDR candidature; and
• The thesis submission and examination lifecycle and timeline.

Key learning outcomes

After completing this module, participants will be be able to demonstrate familiarity with the following:

• The principles underlying admissions processes and procedures for domestic and international HDR applicants;
• How to effectively manage HDR applicant eligibility, assessment and processing of admission offers;
• How to effectively manage external parties associated with candidate enrolment (e.g., scholarships; grants; external partners), including IP and third-party agreements;
• The risks associated with HDR candidate admission;
• The principles underlying thesis submission and examination; and
• The risks associated with thesis examination.

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 3.3: Higher Degree by Research Candidature Management

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 Rahel Cramer
Global Programs Coordinator│Graduate Research Academy, Macquarie 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 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.

Using Zoom

• We strongly recommend testing your Zoom access prior to the session.
• How to join a Zoom meeting
• Zoom participant controls
• For technical support, please contact your organisation’s IT team.

Enquiries:

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

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