Research Experience Program - Timelines
Each year, a number of Research Experience Programs are offered. The suggested timelines for each program offering are outlined below and may be subject to change:
1. 2026 Winter Research Program
The Winter Research Program is usually offered for four (4) weeks over the winter inter-semester recess (June to July).
| Date | Action Item |
|---|---|
| 23 March | Applications open |
| 12 April | Applications close |
| 13 April - 15 May | Staff shortlisting period (notification of outcomes) |
| 29 June | Program officially commences Welcome Event |
| 24 July | Program officially concludes |
Important Dates
2026 Winter Research Program
The program will run for four (4) weeks between 29 June - 24 July 2026.
Application period: 23 March - 12 April 2026.
You must submit an online application form by 11:59pm, Sunday 12 April 2026 if you wish to be considered for this program.
2026 Winter Research Info Session - Mon 9 Mar 2:00pm - Regiser Here
2026 Winter Research Info Session - Tue 17 Mar 12:00pm - Regiser Here
2027 Summer Research Program
The program will run for six (6) weeks between 11 January - 19 February 2027.
Application period: 21 September - 11 October 2026.
You must submit an online application form by 11:59pm, Sunday 11 October 2026 if you wish to be considered for this program.
2026 Summer Research Info Session - Recording (UQ log in required)