Training and development
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All of your professional and researcher development and training needs can be found in DeakinHub.
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Get the most out of your candidature and take control of your study program by building in training and development to help you complete, and gain valuable knowledge and skills.
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The PhD Xtra research student training CloudDeakin site provides a wealth of information to support you through all stages of candidature.
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If you are unsure of what training or workshops are best suited to your research project or development goals, please speak to your supervisor.
Your required training
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The PhD Xtra research student training CloudDeakin site provides a wealth of information to support you through all stages of candidature.
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Compulsory training that covers the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research including privacy and copyright. You must complete this in your first month.
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This online module forms part of our commitment to building and maintaining a respectful, safe and inclusive learning and work environment for all students.
Featured events
Graduate Researcher Orientation
Tuesday, March 11
Are you in your first year as a Graduate Researcher? Come along to the University-wide Graduate Researcher Orientation, where you can learn about your university and its support systems, and Deakin learns about you.
Tuesday, March 11
Are you in your first year as a Graduate Researcher? Come along to the University-wide Graduate Researcher Orientation, where you can learn about your university and its support systems, and Deakin learns about you.
Academic Writing Month (AcWriMo)
November 2025
Need to get some writing done before the end of the year? AcWriMo is a themed month that brings together researchers from across the university to focus on topics relevant to academic writing and to get writing done. There are a range of workshops including a 3-day writing retreat.