2025 Semester 1B Courses commencing in May
Charles Sturt University has again partnered with E-Grad School (QUT) to provide additional development opportunities for our HDR students and Early Career Researchers. This partnership offers Charles Sturt researchers and HDR candidates access to all the modules below free of charge.
Register now and discover how these courses can help you advance your academic and professional goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to register, and plan for your next step in education. (flexible, online and 3-5 hours/week).
Explore New Horizons in Research
Why Choose e-Grad?
- Flexibility: Online study at your own pace with just 3-5 hours per week, whenever it fits your schedule.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced professionals who will guide you through each module, ensuring a valuable learning experience.
- Networking: Connect with fellow researchers from various universities and expand your professional network.
Ready to take your research to the next level? Register now and join us this May! By completing the program, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion, recognised by your university, and become part of a passionate community of researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge.
Key Details: Semester 1B
Duration: O Week + 5 weeks (May 6 – June 14)
Commitment: 3-5 hours per week* via our online platform. *Please consider your ability to commit to this workload before you register as we have limited places.
Course Registration Deadline: Thursday 1 May
Explore how to transform your research into impactful innovations, moving from ideas to market potential. This module provides researchers with essential knowledge in both commercialisation and entrepreneurship, equipping you to identify the commercial potential of your research and navigate the pathway to market. Whether you're aiming to drive social, economic, or technological change, this module offers the tools to support your journey from research to revenue.
Learn how to navigate the crucial financial and legal elements of research projects, including the different funding environments and how you fit in. The module will also examine strategies to find and apply for funding, completing contracts and the practical aspects of costing budgets.
Evaluate the key concepts, methodologies and practices around sustainability. Learn how to reflect critically on and apply key sustainability principles to your research practice. You'll also have the opportunity to communicate and collaborate with others to present and defend your position on global sustainability. Format: Moderated and flexible 5-week module
Inform and inspire your audience with your research milestone, competition and conference presentations. Learn how to explain your complex ideas simply, and how to present your research with maximum impact for your audience. Plus, practice your new skills in a supportive environment with rich peer feedback.
Format: Moderated and flexible 5-week module
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Explore this emerging research practice, as you learn how to communicate and collaborate with researchers from your own and different disciplines. Develop a better understanding of how to engage with broader stakeholders including the end-user and how to define a research problem.
Format: Moderated and flexible 5-week module
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NEW: Develop strong feedback skills by completing this self-paced module and attending online live workshops. Led by Language and Learning and Careers educators, you will practise constructive feedback techniques that improve clarity, engage readers, and present research in a compelling way. Our learning strategies not only strengthen your academic writing but also support your career goals. Join us to build essential skills in writing, feedback, and professional communication.
Format: self-paced module + online live workshops