You must familiarise yourself with the rules and policies governing Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates, as they are binding for all HDR students. Some faculties and schools may have additional provisions you should be aware of.Ìý
The University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule (pdf, 568KB)Ìýsets out the overarching rules for all HDR degrees at the University. This Rule details key information, including admission processes, location and timeframes for candidature, and final thesis lodgement.
The HDR Rule refers to other policies for more detail on supervision, progress, and thesis examination processes.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýResearch Code of Conduct (pdf, 484KB)Ìýis written in compliance with theÌýÌý²¹²Ô»å sets out the general good practice and responsibilities of researchers for collaborative research, publication and dissemination of research, authorship, conflicts of interest, record keeping and promotes academic integrity in research.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýHigher Degree by Research Supervision Policy (pdf, 501KB)Ìý and the Ìýdetail the principles and practice of supervisionÌýand the different responsibilities for those involved in a supervisory relationship.
In combination with theÌýHigher Degree by Research Supervision Procedures (pdf, 185KB), they establishÌýthe role you should expect your supervisor to play throughout your candidature.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýProgress Planning and Review for Higher Degree by Research Students Policy (pdf, 460KB)Ìý and the associated procedures (pdf, 177KB)Ìýdetail important processes such as progress plans, progress evaluation meetings, and milestones, as well as the different coursework requirements.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýThesis and Examination of Higher Degree by Research Policy (pdf, 392KB)Ìý²¹²Ô»åÌýThesis and Examination of Higher Degree by Research Procedures (pdf, 180KB)Ìýdetails the examination process, including the form of your thesis and processes for appointing examiners.
They also describe oral and exhibition examinations, thesis with publications and examination outcome processes.
If you are the recipient ofÌýanÌýRTP scholarship, refer to theÌýResearch Training Program Scholarships Policy (pdf, 309KB).ÌýThis document outlines all details of your scholarships, such as scholarship suspension, extensions, and leave arrangements.Ìý
If you are the recipient of a non-RTP scholarship, please refer to Part 4, 'Research Training Awards' ofÌýScholarships and Student Recognition Awards Policy (pdf, 260KB).
The Postgraduate Research Support Scheme (PRSS) supports additional student research activities that add value to your principal research activities.
These funds are intended to support conference, research, or fieldwork expenses. For detailed information, refer to theÌýPostgraduate Research Support Scheme Procedures (pdf, 170KB).
Industry internships can be a useful part of your research journey and help extend your networks to those outside the University. An internship can help you develop a range of graduateÌýqualitiesÌýthat will increase your ability to gain employment and learn how to apply your research in the real world.
The University has outlined all relevant items for consideration in theÌýHigher Degree by Research Internships Procedure (pdf, 228KB)Ìý²¹²Ô»åÌýStudent Placement and Projects Policy Part 4: HDR Internships (pdf, 313KB).
The UniversityÌýStudent Charter (pdf, 221KB)Ìýdetails the values and principles of mutual responsibility and expectations between staff, students, and the University to create a productive and safe learning environment.
The student charter includes the expectations that you will treat others with respect, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, or disability, act honestly and ethically, and avoid engaging in bullying, harassment, or discriminatory behaviour, including on social media.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýCoursework Policy, Part 14 Assessments (pdf, 584KB)ÌýÌýoutlines clauses relating to any coursework undertaken by HDRÌýcandidatesÌýas part of their degree requirement.ÌýÌý
During your HDR journey, you may have the opportunity to attend or present at a local or international conference, or your research might necessitate fieldwork or time abroad with a collaborator.Ìý
Please refer to The University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule (pdf, 568KB)Ìýalongside theÌýTravel Policy (pdf, 244KB)Ìý²¹²Ô»å Travel Procedures (pdf, 440KB)Ìýto consider all the relevant arrangements relating to travel.
°Õ³ó±ðÌýUniversity of Sydney (Student Academic Appeals) Rule (pdf, 305KB)Ìýcontains information about the process of appealing academic decisions - including for HDR students wanting to appeal a decision relating to their thesis examination, or to the termination of their candidature.
The Student Debtor Sanctions Policy (pdf, 220KB)Ìýcontains information on circumstances in which the University will apply sanctions for unpaid student debts.