Program Overview

Pathways Program to a PhD: Doing Research for Mob

The Pathways Program to a PhD is a three-day intensive program designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the PhD application and enrollment process, study options, and what to expect while undertaking a PhD. The program is offered by the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health and aims to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals in pursuing higher education and research careers.

Program Overview

The program covers various aspects of PhD studies, including:

• Overview of what a PhD entails
• Application and enrollment process
• Support available at the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
• Introduction to Indigenous research methodologies
• Networking opportunities within the academic and research community
• Guidance on developing research proposal ideas

Eligibility

The program is open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Participants must be available to attend all three days of the program to be eligible for financial support.

Program Details

• Duration: 3 days
• Dates: 19 - 21 August 2025
• Location: The University of Queensland, St Lucia and Toowong Campuses
• Cost: All costs, including travel, accommodation, and meals, will be covered for participants

Research Areas

The program supports research in various areas, including:

• Public health
• Health services research
• Health promotion
• Medicine
• Allied health and nursing
• Social sciences
• Humanities
• Disease burden
• Big data
• Surveillance

What to Expect

Upon acceptance into the program, participants will receive a kit including an acceptance letter, instructions to finalize participation, and a draft program. Participants are expected to bring their ideas, curiosity, and comfortable shoes to the program.

Program Objectives

The program aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of PhD studies and support them in pursuing higher education and research careers. The program also seeks to address the need for more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals in the health and humanities fields.