Throughout your research degree, you may require administrative assistance with your program, or wish to develop your research skills. The resources below are a fantastic way to keep on top of your studies, take care of your mental and physical wellbeing, and find new opportunities to socialise with your peers.
For your program management
Research coursework changes
You can apply to add or drop courses before the census date.
Application for change of intensity - research
An ISIS form for moving between part-time and full-time study.
Change to supervisory panel (form)
A form to use for adding and/or changing supervisory panel members.
Research program leave
Information about various types of non-recreational leave and the application process.
Extension of research program
Information about the process for extending your research program.
Recreational leave (form)
You are entitled to 4 weeks recreational leave each year. Use this form to apply for your recreational leave.
Scholarship extension
Your scholarships may be extended. Find out what you need to know about scholarships and extension.
Research program change and transfer
Information on the process to change between levels (MPhil/PhD) or disciplines.
Withdrawal from a research program
Information on the process to cease your studies.
Travel procedure
Information on university and individual responsibilities when travelling on behalf of the University. (Please contact your School office administrators for all travel-related information before arranging your travel).
Research resources
CBE research databases
CBE students can login to this page for access to research databases and software.
ANU Library
The library has a vast amount of resources freely available, such as academic journals, archives, events and study rooms.
ANU research tools and resources
Browse tools and resources available to enhance your research outcomes and help you manage your research data.
For your research and professional skills development
CBE Careers Team
Find CBE’s career supports available to students and casual job opportunities here. Consult your supervisors and/or School HDR Convenors for academic career paths and casual tutoring opportunities.
HDR update newsletter
A monthly newsletter that provides regular information on research training activities.
Research skills and training
Find out about the university-wide research skills and training workshops offered by the ANU Research Skills and Training team.
ANU academic skills
Find out about the resources available to support your academic skills, such as writing.
Statistical Consulting Unit
Support for statistical applications in academic research in the sciences and social sciences.
Tjabal Indigenous Higher Education Centre
Provides a meeting place and support-base for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.