Research Experiences

In the knowledge-based global economy, in-demand skills include the ability to think and reason critically, develop innovative ideas, analyse data and clearly explain results.

Research Experiences are coordinated by Student Enrichment and Success (SES) in conjunction with University of Queensland (UQ) research units and provide an opportunity for motivated UQ students to engage in an educational research activity.

During the program, students will team up with some of the University's leading academics and researchers to participate in research-related activities for a selected project.  In doing so, they have the opportunity to progress and apply their degree-specific knowledge, whilst developing valuable research and professional capabilities.

 

Important Dates

2025 Summer Research Program
The program will run for six (6) weeks between  13 January -  21 February 2025. Application period is now closed for this round

2025 Winter Research Program
The program will run for four (4) weeks between 30 June - 25 July 2025.

Application period: 24 March - 13 April 2025.
You must submit an online application form by 11:59pm, Sunday 13 April 2025 if you wish to be considered for this program.

Winter Research Info Session Registration (18 March, 3pm) 

2026 Summer Research Program
The program will run for six (6) weeks between  12 January -  20 February 2026. 

Application period: 22 September - 12 October 2025.
You must submit an online application form by 11:59pm, Sunday 12 October 2025 if you wish to be considered for this program.

Watch Recording: 2025 Summer Research Info Session (UQ login required) 

 

 

Experiences Offered

Summer Research Program 

Participate in a six (6) week research experience during the Summer Vacation period and receive a $3,000 grant.

Winter Research Program

Participate in a four (4) week research experience during the Winter Vacation period and receive a $2,000 grant.

    EA Approved Activity

     

    Your participation in the Summer or Winter Research Program counts towards the requirements for the Employability Award. Register to participate in this program to further enhance your employability and develop your career readiness.

    Benefits for Students

    Include:

    • An opportunity to develop new academic and professional capabilities to enhance employability;
    • Experience in research as a "test-drive" before embarking on future research studies;
    • Receive a grant to support your participation;
    • Access to research networks and connections with staff and postgraduate students;
    • Supervision by world-class UQ researchers; and
    • Possibility of obtaining credit towards your degree.

    What our scholars say

    Hear from previous Research Program Scholars about their stories and advice

    Masoumeh Ghavamjoo
    "Through this program, I have been able to apply a real-world, hands-on experience in public health to enhance the health and wellbeing of First Nations people and remote communities in Queensland."
    Jeremy Briggs
    "The skills and experience I gained from my experience are invaluable and I’d strongly encourage anyone to apply for a project, even if they are not interested in pursuing research long term."
    Lucy Sullivan
    "Over the past 4 weeks, I gained valuable knowledge and skills relating to research and employability, as well as confidence and direction for future career pathways as a graduate next year."
    Access resources designed to assist staff administering the Summer and Winter Research Program.