Settling into Monash University as an International Doctoral Student

The move to a new country to undertake your postgraduate study can be exhilarating, scary, confusing and life-changing. I undertook this online module that focused aims at allowing the transition to be a little smoother for an international student. Date: Activated on  1 May 2016 Time: 5 hours to complete Location: Online – Moodle Link: <GRD Online> To start […]

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Workshop: Developing a successful publishing strategy

Having a publishing strategy is a crucial component of a PhD student’s research journey. A researcher should always consider the outlets for sharing his research findings, means of networking with people and build their research presence. These aspects can only be successfully achieved if there is a strategy in place.  This workshop was an opportunity to enlighten the […]

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Faculty of IT Induction (including Introduction to FIT5144)

The FIT mandatory induction session was held on 20th April, 2016 at Caulfield Campus and it was a great opportunity to get familiar with the various expectations, milestones and support mechanisms surrounding the PhD candidature. The event was also an opportune time to meet other international and local PhD students starting their research endeavour in the various […]

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Workshop: Mindfulness for Academic Success

I joined this workshop to learn how to use mindfulness to improve my focus towards studies. In addition, the programme also can assist in reducing stress and anxiety; stop procrastination; communicate more effectively and to study more efficiently (and with more enjoyment). The session series was conducted by Ms. Rebecca Short and it was run over 5 consecutive weeks […]

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Induction: Faculty of Engineering and IT Research Student Induction Session (S1 2016)

I attended this induction session designed for newly enrolled Doctor of Philosophy and Research Masters students. The session was convened by Professor Emanuele Viterbo, Associate Dean Graduate Research and included a welcome to the Faculty as well as important information concerning data management policies, support services, intellectual property, copyright and an overview of library resources. Date: Thursday […]

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