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During candidature

During your candidature, which encompasses your enrolment in a higher degree by research, you'll schedule meetings with your supervisor/s, discuss and report on your progress, and seek advice or support as needed. Adapting your research journey to align with your personal and professional goals may also be necessary. Understanding the research journey milestones, your supervisor's expectations, and the available support services and resources will aid you in planning and managing your candidature effectively.

This section of the website provides essential information to help you understand key ECU policies and your responsibilities throughout your candidature

Candidature management

Managing your enrolment


  • Research planning and monitoring
  • Enrolment process
  • Supervision roles and responsbilities and team changes
HDR leave

HDR leave


  • Leave entitlements
  • How to apply
Research travel

Research travel


  • Research travel approval
  • Health & Travel Insurance
Progress tracking and reporting

Progress tracking and reporting


  • Progress reporting
  • Feedback and guidance avenues
Support services and resources

Support services and resources


  • Support and advice to help you succeed with your research
Appeals and grievances

Appeals and grievances


  • Procedures for addressing supervision, support, or facility concerns at ECU
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