Flinders University acknowledges that a higher degree by research (HDR) student must have access to certain basic resources in order to undertake their research and complete their research training. Furthermore, the University undertakes to make such resources available to HDR students as part of its commitment to providing an environment conducive to high-quality and productive research and research training.
The University also recognises that some HDR research projects will require additional resources. In such instances, a guaranteed source of funding for the additional resources must be identified before the student is admitted. The University provides a variety of internal funding sources. However, such sources are, in general, competitive, and it is ultimately the responsibility of the student’s supervisor in conjunction with the student to secure sufficient funding to ensure the successful completion of the project.
The University provides the standard resources outlined below to HDR students. Noting that colleges are responsible for the allocation of space to HDR students.
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1 | Regular and planned access to quality supervision for the duration of candidature as defined in the University’s HDR Policy and Charter for HDR Student and Supervisor Responsibilities. |
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2 | Access to the University’s Library resources and services. | √ |
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3 | Sole use of a computer account and login with secure data storage facilities. | √ |
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4 | Access to shared computing software with document preparation, e-mail, and internet software. | √ |
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5 | Access to a shared work space, research laboratory, or similar area. In order to be placed in the access group, you need to complete the HDR Student Request for Space and Building Access through the HDR Online Induction (look for the orange button). HDR Central is available to all HDR Students 24/7 with bespoke software available on computers. | √ |
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6 | Access to HDR Central, available to all HDR Students 24/7 with bespoke software available on computers. | √ |
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7 | Access to secure and non-secure storage space. | √ |
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8 | Access to a telephone for research related purposes (local calls only). |
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9 | Access to printer and photocopier facilities for research-related purposes. | √ |
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10 | Standard maintenance support for consumables such as stationery, photocopying, printing, library costs, and other research-related items. | √ |
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11 | Access to the Research & Employability Skills Training (REST) that meets students’ academic and professional needs in order to encourage timely completion and positive career outcomes. |