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.
The Research Experience Programs are coordinated by Student Enrichment and Employability Development (SEED) in conjunction with University of Queensland (UQ) research units and provide an opportunity for motivated UQ students to engage in an educational research experience.
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
2022/2023 Summer Research Program
Applications have now closed. The program runs for 6-10 weeks between November 2022 to February 2023.
2022 Global Change Youth Research Program
Applications open from 9 - 29 May, 2022. The program runs for 4 weeks in the Winter Vacation period, and continues for 1 day a week during semester 2.
2023 Winter Research Program
The program usually runs for 4-5 weeks between June and July.
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;
- A grant of $360/week 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.
Benefits for Staff
Include:
- Collaboration helps identify new areas of exploration;
- Scholars can facilitate the process towards publication;
- Opportunity to identify potential Honours and HDR candidates;
- Gaining experience in supervising and mentoring students.
What our scholars say
Hear from previous Research Program Scholars about their stories and advice