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 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.
INFO SESSION: Winter Research - 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.
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