Applications now open!
What is Thesis Bootcamp?
Complete a Bootcamp without setting foot in a gym! The Thesis Bootcamp is an intensive three-day writing program, with a selection of thesis-specific support and opportunities for social connection each day.
It will involve a lot of writing, but it won’t be all hard work – it includes relaxation, fun, guest speakers and strategies for writing productively and activities to refresh your mind and re-connect.
I came looking for writing tips and motivation to get through the final push to finish my thesis. Having dedicated writing buddies was a great idea, we supported each other and offered advice and it was a fantastic way to feel connected
Who is Thesis Bootcamp for?
Thesis Bootcamp is NOT for research or editing – it’s for generative writing. So it’s best suited to later-stage candidates who are in the write-up phase of their thesis.
The camp is specifically for large amounts of writing. If you are not at the stage to sit down and write up to 10,000 words, please reconsider if this opportunity is right for you.
GSA has committed to running our bootcamp in-person. Please make sure you’re able to attend campus for the full three days that the program is running.
We accept applications from PhD and Masters students at the University of Melbourne.
Please note that we prioritise applications from first-time/late-stage research attendees. Other applicants will be only be considered after priority attendees. We can only consider applications from other universities if there is space.
This workshop was fantastic. I found the combination of information and mindfulness sessions to be really well done and very useful. I did not expect to write so much.
Dates:
In order to be eligible, participants MUST be available to attend all bootcamp sessions in-person at the Parkville Campus.
Pre-info session:
Friday 18 October, 12-1pm (zoom)
Bootcamp sessions:
Friday 25 October, 12-8pm (in person)
Saturday 26th October, 9am-8pm (in person)
Sunday 27 October, 9am-8pm (in person)
There will also be a two-hour post-bootcamp editing workshop held via zoom (date TBC)
Thesis Bootcamp- APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Participants MUST be available to attend the bootcamp in person at the Parkville Campus on: Friday 25 October, 12pm-8pm and Saturday 26 October, 9am-8pm and Sunday 27 October, 9am-8pm
Applications for Semester 2 Thesis Bootcamp are now open. Applications close at 9am on Tuesday 1 October.