‘Does Any of this Even Matter?’ Crises of Faith in Research
Every so often, during my masters & doctoral research, I’d have what (in retrospect) was a crisis of faith. I’d take a step back, think about my research as a […]
AUT Library Research Workshops Available Now
Did you know that AUT’s Library has a dedicated research support team? They’re offering a flurry of workshops for PG students in April-May, so now is a great to time […]
What to Expect when you Submit a Journal Article
Getting published as a research student can be a huge leg-up in your career. If you’re planning a future in academia, it’s one of the best ways to demonstrate your […]
Join our Group Writing Session
Got a ton of writing to do? In addition to the regular Monday morning Shut Up and Write! sessions, we’re holding a special one-off writing session this Thursday 15 April […]
Throwback Thursday: Beating Online Procrastination
This post first appeared on Thesislink in June 2018. I recently had a vivid flashback to my old routine when I was in the early stages of working on my […]
Join the VALA Tech Camp at AUT
Attention coders, data analysts, and digital researchers: the VALA Tech Camp is coming to AUT! From 12 – 20 April there will be a series of 4-hour intensive workshops available. […]
Apply Now for the May Postgraduate Writers Retreat
Do you need some quiet time and expert support to help you get through a period of intense writing? If so, you may like to apply for the next Graduate […]
Research Skills to Learn Early (That Pay Off Later!)
You know how financial advisors always claim that you should start saving at a young age? It’s easier said than done, but their theory is solid. Any savings account that […]
Best NZ Student Deals & Discounts for 2021
There are many reasons to start postgraduate study: intellectual stimulation, career progression, personal curiosity, and of course, the DISCOUNTS! That’s right: flash that student ID and get cheap deals on […]
Volunteer for a Learning & Teaching Conference
Keen to experience a conference, but can’t travel or spend money right now? We know the feeling! Fortunately, we have a way for a limited number of PhD students to […]
Throwback Thursday: Writing a Conference Abstract (Cheat Sheet)
This post first appeared on Thesislink in May 2018, and has been updated. If you’ve ever tried to write a conference abstract, you’ll know how intimidating the process can be. […]
March 1, 2021: COVID-19 update for research students
Kia ora Graduate Research Students As I expect you know, in Auckland Alert Level 3 applies from 6.00AM Sunday 28 February for seven days. Unfortunately this has implications on research […]