Preparing for Confirmation
- PhD Confirmation
Confirmation is a key point in candidature. Its purpose is to determine whether or not work to date on the PhD research proposal indicates a strong likelihood that it will result in a high quality thesis, completed in the required time. - Services and programs to assist your research

The School of Graduate Research provides and supports a range of programs and services designed specifically to help postgraduate students gain essential research skills including:- Statistics for Research Workers
A course offered through Statistical Consulting Centre - Library and Information Skills
For further details about the Library & Information Skills workshops or to schedule one-on-one consultations contact the Postgraduate Research Consultant Jennifer Warburton. - SGR Skills Program for Postgraduate Students
The UpSkills Program is a series of short courses and seminars open to all currently enrolled University of Melbourne graduate students.
- Statistics for Research Workers
- PhD Handbook
- Forms