Join the program

Propose a new project idea or join a project team

   

    From 2026, there will be two rounds of Student-Staff Partnership (SSP) Projects that UQ students and staff can participate in. 

    There are two ways to join the program:

    • by proposing a new project idea, or
    • becoming a student partner on a project team.

    Important dates

    Important Dates - 2026 SSP Projects

    Project submissions for all rounds open on 7 October 2025
     
     Semester 1 2026Semester 2 2026
     Round 1Round 2
    Project submissions close7 Nov24 Apr
    Student partner applications8 Dec - 23 Jan25 May - 26 Jun
    Project phase23 Feb - 26 Jun
    (up to 18 weeks)
    27 Jul - 27 Nov
    (up to 18 weeks)

    Project stages

    Each project round has the following stages:    

    • Project ideation: Propose a new project idea. 
    • Student partner recruitment: Students apply to partner on a project. 
    • Induction: Participate in a partnership induction with your team. 
    • Project Plan: Codevelop a project plan with your team, outlining project design, methods and outcomes. 
    • Collaborating on project: Working on the project in partnership with your team. 
    • Project Report: Prepare a project report reflecting on the project methods and outcome. 
    • Reflection and Feedback: Reflect on your partnership journey and participation in the program. 

    Project timelines

    See key dates for each round below, including project submission closing and student partner application dates.

    Make sure you are available for the entire duration of the project before applying to participate.

    See project timelines


    Submit a project idea 

    Have a new project idea? Learn how to propose a new project and check the project criteria and requirements. 

    Learn how to submit a project idea 


    Become a student partner 

    Want to partner on an existing project? Read about becoming a student partner and how to apply.  

    Learn how to become a student partner