HDR what

Annie McDonald

Finding your path into research can be daunting, let alone knowing what's involved once you're there. How do you find a research supervisor? What's the difference between Masters and Honours? Great, I'm here; Now how do I survive? Research student Annie McDonald asks the questions she wish she knew the answer to before starting her Higher Degree by Research (HDR). 'HDR what' is demystifying what it's like to be a research student. From vollies through to PhDs, Annie collates experiences of science students from all stages of their candidature, throwing in some tips 'n' giggles to boot.

Episodes

  1. Trial by Fire - Medical Science Honours

    10/06/2020 ·  Bonus

    Trial by Fire - Medical Science Honours

    Episode 5: Bonus episode! "If you wanna get into Med School, you've gotta put in the hours." Has Annie made research sound easy peasy? Well, that wouldn't be balanced would it? Recording outside the hospital where Kieran Hanna is now training to be a medical doctor, he takes us through the intense honours year that got him there. He also gives us excellent advice on what to look for if you're thinking of pursuing research at a different University. Guest: Kieran Hanna Host: Annie McDonald Music & production by Annie McDonald

    17 min
  2. Splendour in the Grass - A PhD in Algae

    10/03/2020

    Splendour in the Grass - A PhD in Algae

    Episode 4: Strap on your algal-based face masks and grab a cuppa spirulina because PhD candidate Amelia Pezzano guides us through the incredibly intriguing world of marine research. Chatting rejection, Master's vs Honours, finding a research topic, and so much more this one is not to be missed. Guest: Amelia Pezzano Host: Annie McDonald Music & Production by Annie McDonald

    24 min
  3. Masters by Research Pip Tips

    09/30/2020

    Masters by Research Pip Tips

    Episode 3: Chatting Masters by research, finding a research supervisor, & networking at conferences, Philippa Alvarez has a refreshing, straight-talking & endearing attitude towards getting on with research and being adaptable when things don't go to plan. Guest: Philippa Alvarez Host: Annie McDonald Music & editing by Annie McDonald

    16 min
  4. Research Internships - Cash in Course Cred

    09/19/2020

    Research Internships - Cash in Course Cred

    Episode 2: One way to set yourself apart from other undergrads is by doing a Research Internship, but what does it involve? Rebecca Cohen did her own project and knocked over a whole (6 credit point) subject in the process. What? A whole subject you can tailor to your interests? Jinkies, it's cash in course cred. Guest: Rebecca Cohen Host: Annie McDonald Music & editing by Annie McDonald

    7 min

  5. 09/10/2020

    Chop & Chat

    Episode 1: Introducing 'HDR what', tips for success in Environmental Remediation 91159 subject, & you're not getting paid so why volunteer on research projects? Guests: Nicola Huber-Smith & Elisabeth Morley Host: Annie McDonald Music & editing by Annie McDonald

    8 min
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Finding your path into research can be daunting, let alone knowing what's involved once you're there. How do you find a research supervisor? What's the difference between Masters and Honours? Great, I'm here; Now how do I survive? Research student Annie McDonald asks the questions she wish she knew the answer to before starting her Higher Degree by Research (HDR). 'HDR what' is demystifying what it's like to be a research student. From vollies through to PhDs, Annie collates experiences of science students from all stages of their candidature, throwing in some tips 'n' giggles to boot.

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  • Creator
    Annie McDonald
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Annie McDonald
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    HDR what