See You Semester 2, 2026!
Every semester APS welcomes postgraduate students to UQ with a week of events activities and opportunities to get involved.
Whether you’re new to UQ or returning for another semester O-Week is a great chance to meet other postgrads make new friends and settle into campus life. As the representative body for UQ postgraduate students APS is here to help you connect with others access support and make the most of your time at university.
What to Expect During O-Week
O-Week is designed to help you settle into life at UQ and start the semester with confidence. Throughout the week you can:
- Meet other postgraduate students through social events and networking activities.
- Explore the St Lucia and Gatton campuses and discover the services available to you.
- Learn about APS, student clubs, volunteering opportunities, leadership programmes, and ways to get involved.
- Find out about the support available for postgraduate students including advocacy, wellbeing, financial assistance, and academic support.
- Enjoy free activities, food, entertainment, and giveaways while building new connections.
Who Should Attend?
O-Week is for every postgraduate student, including:
- New coursework and HDR students.
- International and domestic students.
- Returning students looking to reconnect with the postgraduate community.
- Students studying full-time or part-time.
Plan Your Week
Browse the full O-Week program to see event times, locations, and registration details. Many events are free, but some require registration due to limited capacity. Check it out APS Events here and the UQ Orientation page.
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Get Involved
UQAPS is more than events and services. It is a platform for postgraduate leadership.
You can nominate for a representative role, join committees, volunteer at events, or contribute to policy discussions that shape the future of postgraduate education at UQ.
Postgraduate study can be intense. It can also be transformative.
UQAPS exists to ensure you do not navigate it alone.
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Project Funding
APS funds student projects, covering costs for events, workshops, and community engagement.
Bursaries
APS bursaries provide financial support for conference travel and placements.
Rent Relief
Support available for postgrads doing it tough. One-time payment covering up to 1 week of rent (max $350).
Club Funding
APS offers funding of up to $1,000 to support initiatives led by UQ clubs.
Academic Editing
Academic editing for HDR students, supporting theses, articles, and proposals to meet scholarly standards.
HDR Coffee Catch-Ups
Monthly drink and finger food from Patina at Alumni Court. A relaxed environment to share ideas and chat about research.
