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Prospective Student Information
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Commitment to Postgraduate Study: Prospective students considering postgraduate study in the Earth Sciences should be aware of the responsibilities and capacities expected of postgraduate candidates. These include: - A commitment to postgraduate study as if it were full-time employment.
- An acknowledgement that postgraduate degrees are awarded for hard work, dedication and original research.
- Demonstration of excellent time-management skills.
- An interest and curiosity in the subject matter demonstrated by the capacity for independent study and problem-solving.
- Clear and regular communication with supervisors and sponsors.
- Early identification of questions or uncertainties before they become problems.
Questions Prospective Students Should Be Asking The success and efficiency of a student’s postgraduate research program often depends on how the project is set up to begin with. Prospective students considering a research higher degree should discuss the following issues with their potential supervisor(s) before commencing their study. - Project Definition
The sooner a project can be defined, the more time and energy is available to advance it. In some cases, the project scope, i.e. exactly what the project involves, is well defined before the candidate commences study. However, in other cases, only the broad area of study is defined and the candidate may be expected to contribute significantly to the process of settling on a focus for the project.
- Sources of Funding
Great ideas and hard work are not enough to guarantee success as a postgraduate student. Having a clear understanding of the funding arrangements for a postgraduate project is critical. Prospective students should ensure that they are well-informed as to the costs of postgraduate study (e.g. fees, living expenses, research expenses), and that the funding arrangements are adequate to cover these expenses for the duration of candidature. Potential supervisors should be able to provide this information for the projects they are offering.
- Stability of Supervisory Arrangements
Occasionally supervisors leave the organization during a student’s candidature. Commonly there is enough expertise within the organization to cover an unexpected departure. However, it may be necessary to make alternative arrangements that can be potentially disruptive to the continuity of supervision. It is worth asking prospective supervisors if they intend to stay for the duration of your proposed postgraduate project. Supervisors are also entitled to be absent for annual leave, long-service leave, study leave and other leave.
For more information see: http://www.educ.utas.edu.au/grad-Research/needtoknow/supervsion.htm Postgraduate Degree Expenses International students are required to pay course fees to study at the University of Tasmania. The link below describes the current fee schedule for international students: http://www.international.utas.edu.au/static/courseFees/index.php Attractions in Hobart and Tasmania Tasmania is truly a beautiful state with a diversity of environments to explore. The following link provides a description of some of the natural and cultural resources that Tasmania has to offer: http://www.international.utas.edu.au/static/aboutTasmania.php Cost of Living: Hobart Living costs in Tasmania tend to be broadly comparable to other state capital cities of Australia. Minimum estimates of the cost of living for single students in Hobart are approximately AUD 15,000-18,000 per annum. Contact Information for Current Student Mentors Questions from current or prospective postgraduate students can be directed to any of the mentors in the University of Tasmania’s Postgraduate Geosciences Association:
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