HDR research conference
The HDR research conference is an annual event showcasing the work of students completing a Graduate Certificate in Research, Masters by Research or a doctoral degree.
Explore 'creating tomorrow' at the 2026 conference
The HDR research conference brings together HDR candidates, supervisors and academics from across the university. It’s a supportive space to share your research, hear from others and build confidence as a conference speaker. The conference alternates each year, with one year held online and the next in person. In 2026, it will be held at the Mt Helen Campus and will include a morning plenary session, oral presentations throughout the day and poster presentations over lunch.
Call for submissions
If you’ve passed your confirmation milestone by 1 April 2026, submit an abstract for an oral or poster presentation - or both.
Your principal supervisor will need to approve your abstract before you submit.
Registration closes Friday 3 July 2026
Key Dates
- Abstracts, approval forms and presenter photos due: Sunday 17 May 2026.
- Abstracts reviewed and presenters notified: Sunday 7 June 2026.
- Posters due: Sunday 21 June 2026.
- PowerPoint presentations due: Friday 26 June 2026.
- Conference registration closes: Friday 3 July 2026.
- Conference day: Thursday 9 July 2026.
If you have any questions about the HDR research conference, please email feduni.researchconference@federation.edu.au.
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