Q. What is a Non-Traditional Research Output (NTRO)?

The University rewards and recognises Non-Traditional Research Outputs (NTROs) as well as traditional research outputs (journal articles, books, book chapters, and conference papers).

NTROs may consist of a variety of publicly available, assessable materials embodying research, whether produced by writing, making, composing, designing, performing, or curating.

As per ERA 2023 Submission Guidelines, the following NTROs are eligible: original creative works, live performance of creative works, recorded/rendered creative works, curated or produced substantial public exhibitions and events, research reports for an external body, and portfolios. The Guidelines also explain eligibility for sub-categories of these and provide Australian Research Council definitions.

This guideline supports other key University processes and must be read in conjunction with:

University Work Plan Policy 2022
Academic Promotion
Research Publications
Adding Creative Works (NTROs)