Our Facilities and Support
Facilities for research students
In 2009 the Faculty of Arts launched the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, which was purpose-built for research students to the highest calibre.
The first floor of the Old Arts Building underwent extensive renovation and the Graduate School now boasts world-class teaching and learning facilities. The Arts Graduate Hall is a social and informal learning hub, and video conferencing services can assist with cross-institutional collaboration.
Research students have access to their own RHD Reading Room, which is a quiet space with an open-air atrium, which is modeled on the Victorian State Library Reading Room. Visiting scholars are based in hosting offices and deliver talks and seminars in collaborative learning spaces.
The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences sets the benchmark as a resource that offers the opportunity for research students to engage with research and scholarship in a coherent and exciting way.
The Faculty's purpose-built facilities include:
- Multimedia facilities
- Building-wide WiFi support
- Student service centre
- Student lounge
- Study and meeting rooms
- Dedicated lecture and seminar rooms
- Equipment for loan (voice recorders, video recorders, portable scanners, laptops)
- Dedicated IT facilities
- Easy access to parking and public transport
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Support for research students
The Faculty provides an inviting and supportive working environment for our students and staff.
Key support services for research students include:
- annual one-day welcome and induction for all commencing research students;
- a number of prizes and scholarships;
- enrichment programs and workshops;
- financial assistance to participate at national or international conferences and/or undertake archival research interstate or overseas;
- financial assistance for PhD candidates to undertake fieldwork;
- a Faculty Postgraduate Support Scheme offering advice and support for the various aspects of your candidature, from thesis writing to preparing your work for publication;
- annual one-day interdisciplinary research student colloquium, enabling you to present your research for review by fellow students and academic staff.
Melbourne Graduate School of Research (MSGR)
The Melbourne School of Graduate Research (MSGR) has an integral role within the University's research environment, providing key resources and information for all research students.
MSGR offers a diverse range of professional training and development opportunities aimed at enriching your academic experience. Focusing on research skills essential for the completion of your degree and professional skills crucial for securing excellent employment in the future, our events, programs and resources have been developed with you in mind.
Melbourne Graduate School of Research
Study abroad and exchange
As a research student, you may be eligible to participate in an overseas student exchange program. You should consult with your supervisor and Melbourne Global Mobility staff for guidance. Studying overseas during a research candidature will open up opportunities to network with colleagues working in related fields, and with experts other than a supervisor or associate supervisor. The University has 140 exchange partners in 35 countries around the world.