Professional and pastoral services at Otago can support you in your postgraduate research, in addition to people in your department.
Consult the Graduate Research School Dean, Professor Dave Baxter, and/or the Manager, Bronwen Stephens, for an independent and confidential 1:1 meeting to discuss issues and challenges, at any stage of your candidature. Contact gradresearch@otago.ac.nz for an appointment.
Don't forget to check out our range of support services for PhD and Masters candidates.
Workshops are offered continually through the year.
Graduate research events happen throughout the year. Keep an eye out on other events and workshops around campus that may be useful or of interest.
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Subject Librarians are ready to support you at vital stages during your research journey.
Request a consultation with your Librarian:
If you can't find someone who currently looks after your specific subject, just ask one of the team and they'll find the right person to help you.
Claim your chocolate fish from the Graduate Research School on completion of your thesis! Arrive on the first Tuesday or Thursday of the month, 2-4pm, to find a warm greeting from Graduate Research School staff.
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