Postgraduate Resources

There are many resources and facilities made available to Research Higher Degree (RHD) postgraduate students in the Centre as well as other University services to aid their research and studies.

See the Historical Studies website for information on ethics, funding and research review guidelines.

The postgraduate room is located in the basement of the Old Quadrangle Building, B09

Computers

Computers and printers are available in the Postgraduate Room for use by postgraduate research students only. Available applications include Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Eudora, Telnet and Netscape.

To use any of the PCs, you will need a valid login ID. To setup your account, you will need your name, student number, date of birth, permanent postcode, and your library barcode.

These machines are not backed up by any University service. Keeping backup copies of your research is essential. Almost all systems will work with a USB memory device (flash memory), so it is recommended that you use one of these devices for backing up and carrying your documents around. USB memory devices can be purchased from the Union Shop computer store, or almost any other computer store.

Printing

Laser printing is available to postgraduate students in the postgraduate room. Students must supply their own paper.

Other IT Facilities

Email

Email is an essential means of communication and is provided free to all university students. A great deal of important information and announcements are communicated via email. To set up your University of Melbourne email account, visit the IT Guide for Students.

Dial-in Internet Access

You may request dial-in access to the University's network which will provide you with access to the internet from home. The dial-in service is only to be used for research purposes and is limited to a total of 16 hours per month (non-accumulative). The request form (pdf) can be downloaded from the ITS website and then needs to be signed by the Head of School.

Laptops on Loan (Faculty of Arts)

The Faculty of Arts has laptop computers available for loan to postgraduate research students for overseas research or fieldwork or a variety of other needs. Loan periods are limited and conditions apply. For complete information visit the Laptops for Loan page on the Faculty of Arts website.

Other Computing Labs (and Wireless Access Information)

Postgraduates may also use the postgraduate computer labs in the Graduate Centre. The Graduate Centre contains two computer labs and also offers wireless access.

The School of Graduate Studies Resources

Graduate Centre

The Graduate Centre provides a wide range of resources and services to postgraduate students including: a print centre, computer labs, study areas and lounges, meeting spaces, study carrels, lockers, and even a café.

Gradflash

Gradflash, the School of Graduate Studies’ (SGS) weekly email bulletin for postgraduate students, provides up-to-date information on events, workshops, skills enhancement programs, conferences, seminars, public lectures, and other events and opportunities relevant to postgraduates.

University Facilities and Resources

The Faculty of Arts lists a number of University facilities and resources to assist you in your studies.