Australian Research Quiz

What is the purpose of the Engagement and Impact Assessment in Australian research?

• To evaluate only the academic merit of research

• To assess research based on economic and societal contributions

• To eliminate research projects in humanities

• To reduce funding for universities

According to Nature, what percentage of UK PhD students secure a permanent academic job?

• 10%

• 50%

• 3-4%

• 25%

What is one of the major concerns for PhD students as highlighted in Nature?

• The lack of research funding

• Unavailability of PhD positions

• Mental health challenges

• Too many career opportunities

What is a key requirement for research students in PRO6000?

• Completing a 5,000-word literature review

• Presenting research at an international conference

• Submitting an initial research proposal

• Publishing a book

What does UTEI feedback help with?

• Determining research funding

• Improving academic units

• Extending PhD programs

• Selecting PhD candidates

Why did the author of Finding Community During Coffee Breaks appreciate lab culture in France?

• More funding for research

• Stronger emphasis on collaborative discussions

• Fewer working hours

• Stricter academic expectations

Which of the following is not a requirement in the PRO6000 program?

• Turnitin originality report

• Research integrity and practice lecture

• Attending weekly faculty meetings

• Ethics approval

What is the primary aim of the Australian research funding policy changes?

• To fund research purely based on innovation

• To ensure research benefits society and businesses

• To increase research paper publications

• To provide funding only to medical research

Why is it important for PhD students to consider careers outside academia?

• Because academic jobs are extremely limited

• Because academic jobs do not offer career satisfaction

• Because industry jobs do not require research skills

• Because universities discourage academic careers

According to Nature, what is a major issue PhD students face regarding career guidance?

• PhD supervisors do not provide useful advice

• Universities prevent students from choosing non-academic careers

• Career services focus only on undergraduate students

• PhD students do not seek advice