Information for external examiners
Thank you for agreeing to act as an examiner of a higher degree by research (HDR) candidate at The University of Queensland (UQ).
Examination process
This video guide explains the examination process and describes your obligations as an examiner.
Information in this guide is based on the policy document Framework for Best Practice in Doctoral Examination in Australia by the Council of Deans and Directors of Graduate Studies in Australia, and the Australian Qualifications Framework 2011.
The University policy can be found in the UQ Policies and Procedures Library.
Examination of candidates
Learn about the process and criteria for examining candidates with or without oral examination.
Thesis with publications
Understand the requirements that must be met for thesis with publications submission.
Payment of examiners
We’re grateful for the significant contribution you make to the quality of our research and offer the payment of an honorarium.
Honorarium amounts are recommended by Universities Australia. You’ll be paid into the bank account you nominate when accepting our invitation.
Requesting payment
To receive an honorarium, please complete this form.
Receiving your payment
When a decision on the examination outcome has been made, you will receive a notification with a link to provide your bank details for honorarium payment. Payments are typically made 4-8 weeks after we receive your bank details.
Payments to bank accounts outside Australia are made through Western Union and do not carry UQ identifiers.
Payment issues
If you haven’t been paid after 8 weeks despite completing and submitting the form, please email graduateresearchschool@uq.edu.au, and include your candidate’s name and/or case ID if possible.
Contact
If you have any questions about your responsibilities, please email graduateresearchschool@uq.edu.au