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Resources and Support

Research support units

To assist research students in planning and executing a thesis project, and to expedite progress, Faculty runs three research support-units, namely, Legal Research 1, 2 and 3.

Research computer access lab

There is a lab on level 13 for use by research students only. To apply for access, please complete the Application for Access to the Postgraduate Room and submit this form to the Facilities Officer on level 12.

Postgraduate research support scheme (PRSS)

PRSS is a scheme introduced by the University in 2001 to provide direct support for currently enrolled postgraduate research students. Under the scheme, funds are allocated to Schools or Departments (in some cases Faculties) based on their higher degree research enrolment figures in the previous year. The funds are not allocated directly to the students but are awarded by Schools or Departments to eligible applicants on a competitive basis according to the University’s general guidelines.

(PRSS) 2008 Information for Students (pdf)

Closing date: Closed for 2008. Application form will be available in April 2009.

Postgraduate 'Work in Progress' Seminars

The Julius Stone Institute is pleased to invite all postgraduate students using any aspect of legal theory in their research to attend the Institute's regular 'work in progress' seminars.

These seminars are an informal gathering of postgraduate students and academic staff, held in the Minter Ellison Conference Room, Level 13, Faculty of Law. Light refreshments are served.

Postgraduate 'Work in Progress" Seminars

Participation in faculty events

Research students are invited to actively participate in events, seminars and courses organised by the Faculty. Latest Information.

Annual progress review

Each research student is given an opportunity to discuss their progress and provide feedback to the Associate Dean (Research) and the Review Committee at an annual progress review meeting. The purpose of the annual review is to assist research students to complete their research project within the maximum course duration. The annual review process also helps the Faculty to ensure that satisfactory progress is being made.

2008/9 Research Annual Progress Report Form (available in March/April)

Closing date: May 2009 (students who are required to be reviewed during Round One will be notified at their USyd email address in March/April. Semester 1, 2009 commencing and other students will be contacted later in the year)