Researcher@Library program for graduate researchers and academics
The University Library provides training and information sessions to help graduate researchers develop their library research skills and digital capabilities. Topics range from database searching and managing references, to publishing strategically and tracking your research impact.
Upcoming webinars & workshops
- How to Create Research Impact with Data Visualisation and Infographics (June webinar)
Wednesday 17th June, 1:00pm-2:00pm. Explore ways to turn your research results into interesting, easy-to-understand visuals. This webinar is an introduction to the principles of effective data visualisation, Research Summary Infographics, and design elements. No design experience required. - Getting Started with Library Research (June webinar)
Wednesday 24th June, 11:00am-12:30pm. Get research tips and learn about key resources and services available to help you get the most out of the library. Join us for library orientation designed for graduate and academic staff researchers who are new to research at the University of Melbourne. - Getting Started with Library Research (July webinar)
Tuesday 14th July, 1:00pm-2:30pm. Get an overview of key research resources and services available to help you get the most out of the library. Join us for library orientation designed for graduate and academic staff researchers who are new to research at the University of Melbourne.
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Early-stage Graduate Researchers
- Getting Started with Library Research
Dates: 24th of June, 14th of July, 19th of August, 17th of September, 14th of October, 18th of November. - Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October - How to Create Research Impact With Data Visualisation & Infographics
Dates: 17th of June, 28th of October - File Management 101: Taming the digital chaos
Dates: 23rd of July, 10th of September, 22nd of October - Using digital tools to publish strategically for HASS researchers
Dates: 23rd of July - Using digital tools to publish strategically for STEMM researchers
Dates: 22nd of July - Introduction to Analytics Tools for HASS Research: Tableau & Orange
Dates: 16th of July - Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October - Managing Data @Melbourne
Online course (self-enrol).
- Getting Started with Library Research
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Mid-stage Graduate Researchers
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October - How to Create Research Impact With Data Visualisation & Infographics
Dates: 17th of June, 28th of October - File Management 101: Taming the digital chaos
Dates: 23rd of July, 10th of September, 22nd of October - Using digital tools to publish strategically for HASS researchers
Dates: 23rd of July - Using digital tools to publish strategically for STEMM researchers
Dates: 22nd of July - Introduction to Analytics Tools for HASS Research: Tableau & Orange
Dates: 16th of July - Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October - Managing Data @Melbourne
Online course (self-enrol).
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
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Late-stage Graduate Researchers (Close to Completion)
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October - How to Create Research Impact With Data Visualisation & Infographics
Dates: 17th of June, 28th of October - Using digital tools to publish strategically for HASS researchers
Dates: 23rd of July - Using digital tools to publish strategically for STEMM researchers
Dates: 22nd of July - Introduction to Analytics Tools for HASS Research: Tableau & Orange
Dates: 16th of July - Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October - Managing Data @Melbourne
Online course (self-enrol).
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
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Reference Management
- The Options for managing references guide will help you to determine which software program best meets your needs and get you started with downloading the software.
- Watch recordings of previous library webinars for EndNote, Mendeley or Zotero to develop your skills.
- Watch short video tutorials to quickly learn how to use a specific function in EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero or RefWorks.
Choosing a reference manager
Webinar recordings and video tutorials
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Discipline-Specific Workshops
Business Economics Library Sessions
- Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October
Law Library Sessions
Please click here to view all workshops offered by Melbourne Law Library.
- Market Research for Industry Engagement
Please note: These training sessions are subject to change based on bookings and demand.
The University Library provides training and information sessions to help academics develop their library research skills and digital capabilities. Workshop topics range from database searching and managing references, to publishing strategically and tracking your research impact.
2020 Workshops
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Library research
- Getting Started with Library Research
Dates: 24th of June, 14th of July, 19th of August, 17th of September, 14th of October, 18th of November. - Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October - Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October
- Getting Started with Library Research
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Managing your research
- Managing Data @Melbourne
Online course (self-enrol).
- Managing Data @Melbourne
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Open Access and publishing
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October
- Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
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Tools for research
- Getting Started with Library Research
Dates: 24th of June , 14th of July, 19th of August, 17th of September, 14th of October, 18th of November. - Public Access and Your Thesis (For graduate researchers and supervisors)
Dates: 3rd of August, 20th of October - How to Create Research Impact With Data Visualisation & Infographics
Dates: 17th of June, 28th of October - File Management 101: Taming the digital chaos
Dates: 23rd of July, 10th of September, 22nd of October - Managing Data @Melbourne
Online course (self-enrol).
- Getting Started with Library Research
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Discipline-specific workshops
- Using digital tools to publish strategically for HASS researchers
Dates: 23rd of July - Using digital tools to publish strategically for STEMM researchers
Dates: 22nd of July - Introduction to Analytics Tools for HASS Research: Tableau & Orange
Dates: 16th of July - Systematic Review Searching for MDHS
Dates: 18th August - Full Day Workshop (To be confirmed) - Market Research for Industry Engagement
Dates: 20th of August, 15th of October - Tracking Research Impact and Online Engagement
Dates: 28th of August, 29th of October
Law Library workshops
Please click here to view all workshops offered by Melbourne Law Library.
Research Impact Library Advisory Service (RILAS) sessions
TBA - Using digital tools to publish strategically for HASS researchers
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Reference Management
Choosing a reference manager
The Options for managing references guide will help you to determine which software program best meets your needs and get you started with downloading the software
Webinar Recordings and Video Tutorials
- Watch recordings of previous library webinars for EndNote, Mendeley or Zotero to develop your skills.
- Watch short video tutorials to quickly learn how to use a specific function in EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero or RefWorks.
Ongoing online resources available to University of Melbourne staff and students.
Research Data Management
- Managing Data @Melbourne is the University's online research data management training program. It consists of six short modules, which outline the fundamental practices of good data management.
Reference Management
- Which reference manager: EndNote, Mendeley or Zotero?
- Zotero for beginners
- Mendeley for beginners
- EndNote for beginners
- EndNote for advanced users
Microsoft Office, Adobe & Google Apps
- Pick It Up Online - online training resource for University of Melbourne students and staff.
- Microsoft Office 365 - online training resource for University of Melbourne students and staff.
Need assistance?
- Email: gr-library@unimelb.edu.au