SGR-140

School of Graduate Research

Needs analysis

This form is intended to identify the candidate’s specific requirements to successfully undertake their research program. It forms the basis of the Schools’ commitment to the program and identifies any actions necessary. This form should be used in conjunction with the HDR Induction Checklist. This checklist aims to encourage candidates to become aware of information relevant to HDR candidature and to be informed of the support and services available.
  1. The candidate and Senior Supervisor or Joint Senior Supervisor(s) should complete this form within 2 months (or part time equivalent) of the candidate’s research commencement date.
  2. Identify the candidate’s needs for skills and resources required to undertake the research program and identify any required actions.
  3. Place the completed form with all required signatures on the candidate’s electronic file. The candidate and supervisor to receive a copy the signed form.
  4. If the candidate signifies any change in their needs during candidature, this form should be updated and provided at the next milestone review.

Section 1. Name and details
Student ID ______Title ______
Family name ______Given name(s) ______
School ______Program name ______Program code ______
Section 2. Needs analysis checklist
2.1 Skills analysis
2.1.1 Does the candidate need any specialist assistance with English language skills?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.1.2 Does the candidate needany specialist support for written and verbal communication skills?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
______
2.1.3 Has the candidate contacted the discipline librarian for assistance with information retrieval and management for the project?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.1.4 Does the candidate have any specific computer,IT skills and software requirements? Does the candidatehave printer access and data storage availability?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.1.5 Are there any other resources or skills assistance required to succeed in the research program?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
______
2.2 Academic Resources
2.2.1 Is the candidate enrolled in a Research Methods course, or is an exemption being arranged? ☐Yes ☐No ☐N/A
2.2.2 Does the project require human/ animal ethics approval? ☐Yes ☐No
2.2.3 Is the candidate aware of occupational health and safety issues (relating to undertaking the research)?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
______
2.2.4 What are the requirements for equipment, materials and/or resources?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.2.5 What studio / laboratory/ office space is required for the program?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.2.6 Does the project require assistance with expenses for field work and/or experiments?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
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2.2.7 Any other requirements to undertake the program?
Identified needs:
______
Action to be taken:
______
2.2.8 Does the school require any additional information about potential needs for the candidate?
If so, state the query here:
______
Action to be taken:
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Section 3. Signatures
Candidate signature ______Date ______
Senior supervisor
Name ______Signature ______Date ______
Joint senior supervisor (if applicable)
Name ______Signature ______Date ______
Dean / Head of School
Name ______Signature ______Date ______