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Frequently Asked Questions and Links to ResourcesSupervisionDepartmental Resources Scholarships Postgraduate Rules and Regulations Links to Resources SupervisionHow do I go about obtaining a supervisor?Doctoral students should contact the Postgraduate Coordinator, Dr Nicole Moulding (8303 3456). Students involved in the Masters course in Grief and Palliative Care Counselling should contact the Course Coordinator, Mara Lashchuk (8303 6273), who will arrange contact with relevant academic staff. Do I need to have a co-supervisor?It is University policy that a principal supervisor in addition to at least one co-supervisor supervises each student throughout the research period. Co-supervisor(s) should be involved as soon as practicable in the development of the student's research proposal and should maintain ongoing communication with the student and principal supervisor. Am I able to have an external supervisor (i.e. someone from outside the University of Adelaide)?A supervisor who is not an employee of the University AND has no formal or official association with the University (such as an affiliate, adjunct or clinical title) is classified as an external supervisor. Students are able to have an external supervisor, however, he or she may only act as co-supervisor. Students choosing topics to be supervised by an external supervisor will also need to engage the interest of an 'internal' supervisor in a joint supervision arrangement. Discipline ResourcesDo I have access to a computer?Depending on whether you are a full-time or part-time student, your supervisor and the Head of Discipline will arrange for you to have a computer or to share with another postgraduate student. Do I have access to a telephone?Yes, all postgraduate students are permitted to have access to a telephone. Who do I see if I need help with statistics/statistical analysis?Please discuss your needs with your supervisor who will negotiate for you to have a consultation with the discipline statisticians. Can I use the photocopier?Yes, all postgraduate students are entitled to use the photocopier. Can I have access to a photocopy card for the library?Normally, postgraduate students are expected to cover the cost of their library photocopying. Am I entitled to conference funding?All postgraduate students are encouraged to present their research at conferences and a budget should be presented to the Postgraduate Coordinator Dr Nicole Moulding regarding costs of attendance. Is there a limit to discipline assistance in terms of infrastructure or financial assistance?The discipline is prepared to support students in terms of infrastructure needs, e.g. photocopying, postage etc. Where significant costs are involved, students are encouraged to prepare a complete budget to be submitted to the Postgraduate Coordinator, Dr Nicole Moulding. Can I have after-hours access to the department?Students who require weekend or after-hours access to the discipline need to apply to the Discipline of General Practice Manager, Mr Greg Bussell (8303 3453). 
ScholarshipsHow do I apply for a scholarship through the University of Adelaide?The University of Adelaide offers a range of postgraduate scholarships every year. Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) are one of the primary sources of support for students undertaking research degrees at the University of Adelaide and are funded by the Australian Government through the Commonwealth Department of Employment, Science and Training (DEST) and allocated on the basis of the terms and conditions specified by DEST. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and in designated areas of research strength within the University. APA Guidelines are available from the DEST website. The University of Adelaide also offers Divisional Scholarships. The benefits and conditions of Divisional Scholarships are identical to an APA, however, selection is usually based on the research area as well as academic merit. The scholarships are open to new Higher Degree by Research students only. For more information contact the Adelaide Graduate Centre or your potential Postgraduate Supervisor. Other scholarships relevant to the health sciences include Postgraduate Training Scholarships offered by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). Applications close in early August. For further information on the full range of scholarships available to postgraduate students and their closing dates, visit the link below: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/graduatecentre/scholarships/postgrad/
Postgraduate Rules and RegulationsWhere do I access forms and guidelines relating to my postgraduate study?Forms relating to Application for Leave of Absence / Study Leave, Change of Attendance Status, Change of Higher Degree Candidature Details, Course Description (Research EFTSU) and/or Change of Supervisor(s)/Supervisory % Split are available online from the Graduate Centre: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/graduatecentre/poladmin.html The Discipline of General Practice Postgraduate Coordinator, Dr Nicole Moulding (Ph. 8303 3456) is also available to discuss student queries and concerns relating to postgraduate study. Please telephone 8303 6280, to make an appointment. How do I obtain Ethics approval for my research?The website of the University of Adelaide Human Research Ethics Committee is available on: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/secretary/staff/ethics/human How do I lodge a complaint relating to my studies?Complaints should initially be handled within the area responsible for the service or process about which the complaint is being made. If students remain dissatisfied with the local resolution, they may request that it be reviewed by the Student Appeals Committee. For further information on making a complaint please see the University's website: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/current/complaint.html
Links to ResourcesMinimum Departmental Resources Proforma Expectations in Supervision Rating Scale Human Research Ethics Committee Application Human Research Ethics Committee Application Submission Deadlines 2004 Code of Practice Specifications for Thesis Postgraduate enrolment information and Codes Adelaide Graduate Centre - Downloadable Policy and Forms Including:
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