Resources for candidates

Get set up

  • Student IT

    Student IT can help you connect your personal devices to the wireless network on campus, book library computers and study spaces, link you to study tools, and help with printing. Student IT helpdesk staff are located in selected libraries. Visit the website for library locations or chat online during helpdesk hours.

  • IT Services

    IT Services can help you fix or request services for University-owned devices, such as computers and telephones. Submit requests or chat online via the IT Services website.

  • Student card

    Get your student card, which you'll use for identification, building access and University transactions.

Online courses and workshops

  • RIOT

    Online course with face-to-face workshops to equip you with skills and knowledge to understand your research integrity responsibilities.

  • Managing Data@ Melbourne

    An online program of six modules that teach essential data management practices and help you develop a robust Data Management Plan.

  • Introduction to Python

    An online self-paced introductory course in the Python programming language. Useful for graduate researchers whose research involves programming.

  • Statistical Consulting Centre

    The Statistical Consulting Centre provides statistical services to business, industry, government and the academic world.

Research tools

  • Platforms, Infrastructure & Equipment

    Provides access to researchers, expertise and education to research communities, and access to discipline specific tools and training.

  • 23 Research Things

    This online learning programme for university staff and graduate researchers, showcases a range of digital tools that can support your research activity; from data and reference management tools, statistical analysis software and text mining to visualising your data and managing the impact of your research.

  • Library Guides

    The University’s Library Guides provide useful information about research in specific disciplines as well as more general guides to particular aspects of research and suggestions for useful tools.

  • Research Gateway

    The digital front page to access research support services and resources. The research gateway assists you in understanding your research journey, directs you to the resources available to you in the University and includes a glossary, FAQs and the research helpline.

  • Research Data Services Directory

    Explore the data-focused services and tools available at the University to help you work with and manage your data.

  • Research Data Management System Finder

    The Finder helps you choose between the University’s recommended research data storage and management systems. Use it to filter, select and compare the services you want to learn more about.

Get connected

  • Student email

    Check your student email account regularly – at least weekly. This is how the University will correspond with you.

  • students.unimelb

    Check students.unimelb regularly for information about what's happening on campus and links to useful resources.

  • my.unimelb

    Use my.unimelb as your central tool for updating your personal details, managing your enrolment, getting results, accessing announcements and much more.

  • Graduate school bulletins

    Your graduate school will also have a regular bulletin or way of communicating important news. Talk to your supervisors and check with your school about how to subscribe.

  • Pivot-RP

    Pivot® and Research Professional are the University of Melbourne databases for research funding opportunities and a source of international research policy and practice news.

  • Student Union newsletter

    Keep up to date with the Student Union. Subscribe in the footer of their website.

  • Social media directory

    Browse the University's social media directory to connect with more clubs, services and student groups.

Useful blogs

  • The thesis whisperer

    Blog with contributors from around the world, dedicated to providing graduate researchers with helpful advice and information about theses.

  • Researcher@Library

    Blog designed to inform University of Melbourne researchers about news, resources and services from the University Library.

Financial support

  • Melbourne Scholarships

    Find out about applying for new scholarships, as well as how to meet requirements if you're a current recipient.

  • Graduate school scholarships

    Your graduate school may also provide travel scholarships and support to attend conferences and undertake fieldwork. Talk to your supervisors or graduate school administrators for more information.

  • Student Services and Amenities Fee

    The University of Melbourne charges a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) which is used to fund student services and amenities. SSAF fees for graduate researchers are based on overall load for the calendar year.

  • SA-HELP assistance

    Eligible students may defer the payment of their SSAF fee by applying for SA-HELP assistance.

  • Financial aid

    Find out more about financial aid and loan programs to help you with your studies. You can also book a financial aid appointment for advice related to your specific circumstances.

  • Evidence of enrolment for graduate researchers

    Currently enrolled graduate research students can request an Evidence of Enrolment letter, an official academic statement outlining the course(s) you are enrolled in at the University of Melbourne. The evidence of enrolment statement is provided on request and is free of charge for graduate research students.

Support services

As a graduate researcher, you have access to a range of support services available to you, including medical care, counselling, legal counsel and much more.

Find a support service