Mandatory training for graduate researchers
As a graduate researcher, you must complete a series of mandatory training modules after you commence your degree. These training modules help you meet compliance requirements and inform you of key resources and support available.
Additionally, all commencing graduate researchers are required to complete the mandatory training relevant to their faculty. This includes candidates who are transferring to the University of Melbourne from a research degree elsewhere or commenced a joint PhD at a partner institution.
The training requirements have been updated for 2026. You will be enrolled in the courses relevant to you via TrainMe. You can also self-enrol, using the links provided in the table below.
| Training | Who | Completion deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Research Integrity Online Training (RIOT) | All candidates | Candidates commencing in 2026: within the first 12 calendar weeks of candidature |
| Candidates who commenced in 2025 or earlier: within the first 6 months (EFTSL) of candidature | ||
| If you transferred to the University later in candidature: as soon as possible after transfer. It should be noted at supervisory meetings whether the training has been completed. | ||
| Preventing Sexual Misconduct – Graduate Researchers | All candidates | Candidates commencing in 2026: within the first 12 calendar weeks of candidature |
| Candidates who commenced in 2025: within the first 6 months (EFTSL) of candidature | ||
| All other candidates are strongly encouraged to complete the training | ||
| Export Controls | Candidates in the Faculties of:
| Candidates commencing in 2026: within the first 4 calendar weeks of candidature |
| Foreign Interest Disclosure | Candidates in the Faculties of:
| Candidates commencing in 2026: within the first 4 calendar weeks of candidature |
Research Integrity Online Training (RIOT)
Research Integrity Online Training (RIOT) is the University’s training course for the responsible conduct of research. This training covers the principles of research integrity and their application to planning, conducting and reporting research. All graduate researchers must successfully complete RIOT.
The RIOT content aligns with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research, providing reference to the most recent policy and guidelines, as well as specific University of Melbourne policy and resources.
Completion requirements
Upon completion of RIOT, ensure you download a copy of your completion certificate. You will be asked to attach it to your pre-confirmation and confirmation forms.
Find more information and support services relating to RIOT (SSO login required).
Preventing Sexual Misconduct module
The University aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for staff and students. The Preventing Sexual Misconduct module helps you understand the codes of conduct expected of graduate researchers and staff and where you can get support or submit complaints. All graduate researchers must successfully complete this module.
The Preventing Sexual Misconduct module discusses sexual misconduct and may be distressing for some people. For support, contact the Safer Community Program.
Export Controls
The Export Controls e-learn course raises awareness about export controls compliance and enables you to understand and meet regulatory obligations arising from research activities.
For all enquiries relating to this course, please contact the Export Controls team in the Office of Research Ethics and Integrity: export-controls@unimelb.edu.au
Foreign Interest Disclosure
The Australian Government has identified a small, but real, risk that some international engagements could adversely impact the University’s people and values.
Through the Guidelines to Counter Foreign Interference in the Australian University Sector, all Australian universities are encouraged to collect regular disclosures of foreign engagements. These disclosures will enable the University to better support its community to meet individual and institutional compliance obligations and effectively manage risk.
The Foreign Interest Disclosure eLearn has been designed to increase your understanding of foreign interests and what is required to make a declaration. Graduate researchers from the Faculties of Science, Engineering and Information Technology, and Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences are required to submit an annual disclosure.
Find more information on this process and submit your Disclosure (SSO login required).
Environmental, health and safety training and inductions
Depending on your project, you may also be required to complete specific regulatory or health and safety training and local safety inductions.
Training and induction requirements
If you are unsure which health and safety courses you must complete, start by speaking with your principal supervisor.
How to enrol
You will be enrolled into the required courses via TrainMe.
Health and safety resources
Learn how the University manages safety and wellbeing on campus.
Mandatory training for graduate researchers version 1.
Authorised by the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Graduate and International Research).
| Version | Date | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 January 2026 | Mandatory training and timelines confirmed consequent upon changes to the Graduate Research Training Policy |