Postgraduate Help Page
PhD Students
PhD students should refer to the PhD Office
Other Postgraduate Students
The Faculty of The Sciences has a long and distinguished record in postgraduate teaching and learning. Postgraduates face a specific set of challenges quite distinct from their undergraduate counterparts. These pages are specifically designed to answer some of the most common questions put to us from postgraduates.
For answers to more general questions that all students may ask, click HERE.
Who do I talk to about my enrolment programme?
In the Details of Candidature or the Letter of Offer, you should have been notified of either your award coordinator or your supervisor. If you have not got your supervisor's contact details you can search for him or her by clicking HERE
Can I change my course from fee-paying to HECS-liable?
In most cases you can change your payment option. To transfer to HECS-liable you must complete a HECS Payment Option Form, which is required by law. If you need to apply for a form, email us.
How do I choose a project?
Browse through the School web pages to see what projects may be available and talk to your Supervisor. Most importantly, do it early. Most problems that student face in project or research is starting late and letting things fall behind (see below). For more guidance click HERE.
What do I do if I am falling behind in my research project?
Just like in an undergraduate taught unit, there are important deadlines that you have to meet as part of the quality assurance and equity processes for your assessment. If you start to fall behind, do not do nothing. Talk to your supervisor and click HERE for guidance.
How does my thesis or project report have to be presented?
Click HERE for guidance.
How is my thesis examined?
Click HERE for guidance.