The Essentials 2018 (Newcastle)

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ESSENTIALS 2018 Your guide to first year success newcastle.edu.au/new-students

WELCOME TO UON

CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE (UON) We are excited that you are now part of UON and we know that during your studies you will be presented with opportunities to change your own life and make a difference to people in the communities we serve.

University life will be both challenging and rewarding. We will be with you every step of the way to support your success but remember, the best students make the most of all that is on offer both inside and outside the classroom.

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE Starting strong is very important and this guide has been put together by UON students and staff to share our knowledge. It is a handy reference booklet for new students and contains hints, tips and information to put yourself on the track to success. The guide is organised to highlight the different elements of your University experience – academic, social, personal and professional success.

CONTENTS GETTING STARTED 02 ACADEMIC ESSENTIALS 11 SOCIAL ESSENTIALS 16 PERSONAL ESSENTIALS 18 PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS 24 ADMIN ESSENTIALS 27

To help you get the most from this guide look for the following symbols: This means you can look up this location on the map at the back of the guide When you see this it means there’s a handy tip for success This symbol shows you the best keywords to search for more info on the UON website newcastle.edu.au

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GETTING STARTED

CONNECT WITH US ONLINE

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GETTING STARTED CONNECT WITH US ONLINE NDERSTANDING U YOUR PROGRAM ACADEMIC CALENDAR FINDING YOUR WAY

ACTIVATE YOUR ACCOUNT Firstly, you must activate your NUaccess account to use the University computers, system or online services.

This can be done from any computer using your Student Number, Date of Birth as DD/MM/YYYY and Program Code.

LOGGING IN TO YOUR ACCOUNT Once your NUaccess account has been activated you can login using your student number prefaced by a ‘c’ e.g. c1234567.

If you don’t know your password or are having trouble logging in for the first time then you can get IT help through the 17triplezero IT Service Desk (02) 4921 7000.

TRANSPORT

WI-FI ACCESS

SAFETY ON CAMPUS

The University’s campuses offer good wi-fi access both indoors and outdoors.

Check online for wi-fi hotspots.

ORIENTATION

• Enter your Student-ID and password.

Select OK • After a few seconds, the status will show as connected.

‘wireless access’

MYUON PORTAL This is your gateway to UON. Access NUmail, UONline, CareerHub, myHub, UONPrint, MyLibrary and more.

‘myUON’

MYHUB This is where you will enrol in your courses, update your personal details, pay fees and view your financial records, timetable, academic transcript and any scholarships you may have.

You can also check your weekly schedule here.

‘myHub’

To set up your own device on the University’s wireless network: • Open the wi-fi settings on your device • Select the newcastle.edu.au option.

Select CONNECT

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UON’s virtual learning environment that provides access to online teaching technologies.

• Blackboard: Here you’ll find course outlines, assessment requirements, lecture recordings, grades, submission options for electronic versions of assessments, discussion boards and more. At the start of each semester the courses you have enrolled in will be automatically added to your Blackboard – visible under ‘My Course Sites’.

• Echo 360 is where you can access recordings of past lectures as a study revision tool.

• Turnitin is where you will submit your assignments electronically. Turnitin uses text-matching software to help you reference correctly and avoid plagiarism and academic misconduct.

STUDENT EMAIL NUmail is UON’s student email service and is automatically set up when you enrol. The University will send important information to this email address, so make sure you check it regularly or have it forwarded to one of your other email addresses. You can access NUmail through myUON. FYI: Always remember to include your full name and student number in your emails to help staff identify you quickly and easily.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR PROGRAM

FYI: Make sure to check out ‘Other course sites’ on Blackboard for online study skills courses.

SOCIAL MEDIA AND OTHER DIGITAL COMMUNICATION

Student Number: The University ID number (7 digits) on your student card that you will use throughout your University studies including for login and identification on assessments.

Student Central – your first point of call for all things student related – communicates across a range of channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube.

Make sure you get involved to keep up-to-date with the latest details.

Search “UON Student Central” on your favourite social channel.

Student Card: A form of University photo ID that you will need to borrow books from the library, register attendance at events and score great student discounts. You can get your student card from Student Central on campus. You can even upload your photo online beforehand. Remember to bring some other ID with you when you collect your card.

We also support AskUON – the online knowledge base that you can search for answers anytime – and offer online chat if that’s how you’d prefer to get help and advice.

‘student ID card’

MOBILE APPS There are a number of useful UON apps that you may wish to download onto your mobile device – myUON, Blackboard and UON Living. Other apps of interest to students include Uni Tune In for study help, Lost on Campus to find your way around, Liftango for finding a rideshare to uni and Opal Travel for public transport details.

FYI: Some of the best advice comes from other students and the UON Navigator - www.uonnavigator.com is an exciting way to discover blog articles, podcasts and videos produced by our many talented UON students.

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UONLINE

Program: The degree you are studying, e.g. Bachelor of Arts.

Course: A subject. The program you are studying has a designated set of courses you must successfully complete to graduate. Each course has a unit value – usually 10 or 20 units.

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Course Outline: A document outlining the learning outcomes, assessments and expectations for a course. It’s one of the first things students receive for each course at the beginning of semester and tells you how the course

will be taught – lectures, workshops, tutorials, laboratories, etc. Find it on each course page in Blackboard.

Program Plan: Outlines the courses you should be enrolled in for each semester and any pre-requisites or assumed knowledge you may need.

Grading Scale: UON uses a seven point grading scale, where a High Distinction (7) is the highest grade awarded and a Pass (4) is a passing grade.

Full-Time Enrolment: A minimum of 30 units per semester, unless you are an international student. International students need to maintain 40 units per semester unless otherwise approved.

Part-Time Enrolment: 10 or 20 units of study per semester.

Visit our online glossary for a complete listing at newcastle.edu.au/glossary

FYI: Stay on track to graduate – find your program plan in AskUON and follow it when enrolling. If you need advice about your program requirements you can email programadvice@newcastle.edu.au

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ACADEMIC CALENDAR For most students, the academic year will consist of Semesters 1 and 2. Each semester consists of 13 weeks, broken up with a mid-semester break and the exam period at the end.

ENROLMENT

FIRST WEEKS

FIRST ASSESSMENT DUE

UNI BREAK

FINDING YOUR WAY

EXAMS

It’s normal to find campus difficult to navigate when you first start so we’ve given you a map at the back of this guide.

ORIENTATION

MAKE FRIENDS

CENSUS DATE

FINAL ASSESSMENTS

RESULTS

CENSUS DATE

ACADEMIC PENALTY DATE

The date by which you need to finalise enrolment requirements each semester.

The date by which you need to withdraw from courses without affecting your grade.

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Callaghan and Newcastle City Precinct building names and rooms are commonly abbreviated, with ‘G’ and ‘LG’ often used to indicate the Ground or Lower Ground floor of a building.

For example, GPLG01 is located in the General Purpose Building (GP) on the Lower Ground (LG) floor, Room 01.

NeW Space (in the Newcastle City Precinct) rooms are named using the following format:

X-104 Identifies NeW Space Building

Floor number

Room number (located on door)

Directional signage is located beside the lifts on each floor. On the ground floor there is a digital information kiosk next to the escalators to help you navigate around the building.

FYI: Download the Lost on Campus app to help you find your way around.

And don’t be shy, just ask someone if you aren’t sure where to go as it’s no excuse to miss class!

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FYI: Visit transportnsw.info to find out about public transport options.

There are numerous options to get to campus including walking, cycling, car and public transport. Our Active Travel Guides will give you a snapshot of your transport choices from many major suburbs to the Callaghan and City campuses, showing you the time, cost, distance and health benefits of each option.

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TRAVEL CONCESSIONS

PARKING

If you’re a full time, on-campus student you may be entitled to a travel concession. Visit AskUON if you’d like to check your eligibility. Applying for the Concession Opal Card is a two-step, online process:

Callaghan: Parking at uni can be a challenge, so have a game plan. For early starts, aim to arrive on campus at 8am as most spaces will be filled by 9am.

1. Provide your consent to UON via myHub to share your relevant details with Transport for NSW. Click on the Travel Concession (Opal) Consent link under My Personal Details, read through the terms and conditions and if you agree, select Yes at the bottom and click Save.

2. Once you’ve completed and submitted your online consent, please wait for up to 2 business days for Transport for NSW to receive your details. You can then apply for your Concession Opal card online via OPAL. If you require assistance with the online application form please contact 13 OPAL (13 67 25). Transport for NSW recommend you apply online using a desktop or tablet computer.

Don’t forget you’ll need to apply for your Opal Concession card each year.

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You can buy a full year or six-month parking permit from the UON online shop and collect it from Student Central. Otherwise, you can buy a daily parking permit from machines around campus for $4.50. The machines do not give change. Free on-campus parking can be found in Car Park 16.

You must park in designated ‘general’ parking areas unless you have a special parking permit or an RMS Mobility Parking Permit. Don’t park in staff parking, reserved spaces or landscaped areas unless you want a hefty fine.

Newcastle City Precinct: Parking in Newcastle can be costly, with most parking areas requiring a ticket. There are limited spaces for UON staff and students in the Civic West Car Park (Gibson St) for between $2.50 an hour to $20 a day. We recommend taking public transport, cycling, or our Park and Ride option.

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MOTORCYCLE PARKING There is free parking for motorcycles at Callaghan. Motorcycles must park in marked motorcycle parking bays.

CYCLING Callaghan and Newcastle City Precinct are accessible by bikes. Once you’re here, we have a number of bike racks to use as well as bike hubs available 24/7. There are two bike hubs at Callaghan and one at Newcastle City.

The bike hubs contain showers, lockers, bike racks and change room facilities and are accessed by your student card.

‘cycling’

RIDE SHARE You can avoid the stress of finding a park by sharing a ride with other students.

Liftango is a ride-sharing app exclusively for UON staff and students which aims to match riders with drivers to make driving and parking at uni easier.

‘Rideshare’

PARK AND RIDE UON organises a free shuttle bus for staff and students from Callaghan campus to the Newcastle City Precinct.

Park at Callaghan, catch the bus, then return once your classes are finished (or vice versa). Show your student ID when you get on the bus. See maps for shuttle pick up points.

FYI: There are dedicated parking spots for rideshare users.

SAFETY ON CAMPUS Our campuses and facilities are safe places to visit, study and work.

However, everyone should be vigilant to keep them safe.

Security Services are on call 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and are here to help you during an on-campus emergency. Call the emergency line on Callaghan 4921 5888, Newcastle City Precinct 4921 7962. There are also numerous Help Point Emergency Phones located about campus. For off-campus emergencies, contact 000.

Our Campus Care program provides support in managing inappropriate, concerning or threatening behaviours in a safe and confidential environment.

Call 4921 8600.

‘Campus Care’ FYI: Take care not to leave your belongings unattended and use well-lit paths after dark.

A free Security Shuttle Bus runs on the Callaghan campus on weekdays during semester. To catch the Security Shuttle Bus, wait at one of the shuttle stops.

You can also track the Shuttle Bus on the Double Map app. For after hours pickups, call 0407 951 470. Security officers at Callaghan can also escort you between buildings or to campus carparks and local transport points after dark.

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ACADEMIC

ORIENTATION WHAT HAPPENS AT ORIENTATION

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

Orientation is the week before semester starts and a great way to find out everything you need to know about UON. During this week your degree will have a specific Orientation Day but you’re also welcome to attend any or all of the other days as well. There is free entertainment across our campuses including live music, free barbecues, roving entertainers, and displays and giveaways from clubs and other groups at the Orientation Expo. Check out the schedule online.

Attending Orientation is a great opportunity to meet staff and students who will be taking your university journey with you. Workshops are on offer to help you develop your academic skills and make you familiar with UON’s online systems, plus there are plenty of social opportunities to meet some new people and make some friends. It’s also a great time to familiarise yourself with the campus.

By doing this during Orientation you’re less likely to get lost next time you come on campus.

‘orientation’ FYI: UON students who attend Orientation are better informed and more likely to succeed in their first semester than those who don’t.

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ACADEMIC ESSENTIALS CHOOSING YOUR CLASSES AND ENROLLING TEXTBOOKS AND COURSE READERS DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC SKILLS LIBRARY ACADEMIC SUCCESS

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ACADEMIC

DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC SKILLS

Before you enrol, check your Program Plan on AskUON to see what courses you need to study each semester. Click on the course links in the plan or take a look at the Program Handbook to find out specific information about each course, including the required contact hours.

UON offers a large range of free resources to help you prepare and succeed academically.

Once it’s clear what courses you’re enrolling in for the semester you can start planning your timetable. View the 2018 timetable by searching ‘timetable’ in AskUON and searching for each of

your courses. Make a note of your class times in a weekly planner.

Multiple times are available for tutorials, labs, seminars and workshops.

Pick at least two different times for each course as popular times tend to fill up quickly.

When enrolment opens you will be able to enrol online through myHub.

‘enrol’

FYI: Block out weekly study time for each of your courses. Be prepared to spend around 10 hours per week per 10-unit course (including your class time).

ACADEMIC SURVIVAL SKILLS ONLINE Academic Survival Skills Online is a great way to prepare yourself to think, read and write like a university student. Through step-by-step online modules you will learn to make sense of uni texts and lectures, plan and write an academic essay, understand referencing and academic integrity and use online libraries for research.

‘Academic Survival Skills Online’

PREPARATION AND BRIDGING COURSES

TEXTBOOKS AND COURSE READERS Your Course Outline will list the required textbooks and course reader you may need for your course.

• Textbooks can be purchased at The Co-op bookshop and Course Readers are available at the Fuji Xerox Print Centre at Callaghan.

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• For second-hand books, check out Textbook Exchange – The University of Newcastle Facebook page for textbooks from other UON students, or try the national Student VIP Textbooks Exchange.

• Textbooks and course readings are also available in the University libraries (often online).

Prep courses are designed to improve your academic skills and refresh your knowledge prior to commencing your degree. They cover a range of areas including mathematics, statistics, linguistics, grammar, computers, chemistry and human biology. Courses generally run for 15 hours over one week and some are even offered online.

‘UON Prep bridging courses’

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE All students must uphold the University’s five values of academic integrity while studying at UON: Honesty, Fairness, Trust, Responsibility and Respect. To help students avoid plagiarism and academic fraud and to uphold academic integrity, all new students must complete an Academic Integrity Module before the end of their first term of study. The module is a 30-minute test completed in UONline.

‘Academic Integrity Module’

LEARNING DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT The Learning Development team are there to support your study. Dedicated Learning Advisers can provide help with essay writing, study skills, English language skills, and mathematics and statistics. Self-help resources, dropin clinics, workshops and student consultations are available to prepare you for UON success.

‘Learning Development’

FYI: UON Prep and Bridging Courses are free for UON students.

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CHOOSING YOUR CLASSES AND ENROLLING

Skills for Learning and Life goes beyond academic preparation to give you an insight into the different aspects of university life. Through the course you will set goals, understand what independent learning is and discover how to engage with UON outside of class.

The online modules also cover effective time management, staying motivated and how to develop academic skills so that your time at UON is as fulfilling and successful as possible.

‘Academic Success’

PEER ASSISTED STUDY SESSIONS (PASS) AND ONLINE PASS (OPASS) The PASS program gives students the opportunity to discuss course content, compare notes and review weekly material with other students.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS 1

Get your free yearly planner at Orientation or from Student Central and use a diary to manage your goals.

FYI: One hour of group study with PASS equals three hours of studying on your own.

Go to class. There is no substitute for going to class. By actively engaging with your tutor and peers in critical discussion, you’re more likely to get a grasp on difficult content. A variety of times are available to make it as easy as possible to get the most out of your degree.

A student PASS leader who has achieved high marks in their course runs the sessions. OPASS is online and accessed through Blackboard.

‘PASS’

No matter which campus you study at, you will have access to more than 1.3 million items including 380,000 books and eBooks, and over 80,000 electronic journals. Whether you want to study in peace or start brainstorming that group assignment, there will be an area catering to your needs with silent, quiet and group study zones available.

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The NewSpace building, Auchmuty and Ourimbah libraries have 24/7 areas which are equipped with computers, microwaves, personal study areas and cafés for your convenience.

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FYI: Learning to use the library is an essential uni skill, so get in early to familiarise yourself with the library. You can meet the library staff during Orientation and the first few weeks of semester to ensure you don’t waste time feeling confused when you use the library for your studies.

You can book time with a librarian to help you with a range of library services.

Stay focused. Full-time university study is like a full-time job.

Prioritise study over other activities until you adjust.

Schedule study time when you are most alert and set up a dedicated study space at home.

Try to finish assessments at least one week before their due date, leaving you time to review and pick up on any mistakes or seek help.

Maintain balance by making time for family, friends, rest and relaxation.

FYI: ‘Uni Tune In’ is a free app designed to help university students improve their study and academic skills.

LIBRARY

MANAGE YOUR TIME

BE PROACTIVE Take responsibility for your journey.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Attend Orientation.

Make sure you ask questions so you understand what you’re learning.

Teaching staff are there to help you succeed.

Take advantage of opportunities to develop your skills.

Look for personal development opportunities outside the classroom.

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SET UP A SUPPORT NETWORK Make friends with your classmates.

Get to know your academics – they’re a valuable source of support and guidance.

Find the support services. If in doubt, Student Central is your first port of call.

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ACADEMIC

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

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SOCIAL ESSENTIALS UON PEER MENTORS EVENTS VOLUNTEERING NUSA

EVENTS

The UON Peer Mentor program connects first year students with experienced students. If you would like to catch up for coffee with another student who can answer some questions and provide a student perspective, sign up for a Peer Mentor. UON Peer Mentors will keep in contact with you for the first six weeks of semester to help you find your way and give you tips about starting out at uni.

A university campus is similar to a small village, with events and activities happening all the time. You will notice events across our campuses like art exhibitions, free BBQs, movies, live music and performances spread throughout the campus in our bars and communal outdoor spaces all year.

‘UON Peer Mentor’

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES Joining a club or society is a great way to make new friends and get involved in campus life. There are over 100 clubs on campus with something for everyone, from sporting, social and cultural to religious and everything in between. The Orientation Expo is a great way to find out more about clubs and societies as many of them will have stalls, hold fun demonstrations and sign up new members. Be sure to check them out!

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FYI: If your program has its own society, sign up. It’s a sure way to make friends with people studying in the same area.

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‘University event calendar’

VOLUNTEERING If you’re looking to add new skills and experience to your resumé or to have fun and meet new people then volunteering is for you. There are lots of volunteering activities to suit most interests, so get involved.

‘volunteering’

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY STUDENT ASSOCIATION INC. (NUSA) NUSA is the undergraduate student association and enhances the student experience by providing representation, advocacy, social and cultural activities, cheap fruit and veggie boxes and dedicated LGBTI+ and women’s rooms on site .

‘NUSA’

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SOCIAL

SOCIAL

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

UON PEER MENTORS

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PERSONAL ESSENTIALS F INDING SOMEWHERE TO LIVE FINANCIAL SURVIVAL YOUR WELLBEING

FINDING SOMEWHERE TO LIVE Moving out can be a daunting yet exciting experience. If you’re thinking about taking this step towards independence, there are a number of accommodation options open to you depending on your situation. Whether you plan to live on or off campus we recommend starting your search early to make sure you find a place that is best suited to your needs.

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THER SERVICES O ON CAMPUS PERSONAL

Living on a student income can be tricky at times. You will need to make a budget and learn how to stick to it, but we can help. If you need financial support, consider:

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• Seeking advice from Student Central • Applying for a scholarship • Applying for a student loan

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PERSONAL

FINANCIAL SURVIVAL

YOUR WELLBEING HEALTH SERVICES

STUDENT ADVISORS

The University’s Health Service is a fully accredited general practice staffed by doctors and nurses who understand the medical problems of students.

Our medical centre at Callaghan is open to UON students and staff. All consultations are strictly confidential.

Patients covered by Medicare are bulk billed. You will need to present your Medicare card and a current Centrelink Health Card (if applicable) at all consultations. International students may be covered for medical services depending on your health cover.

Student Central’s Student Advisors help you access all of UON’s support services.

They can help create an individualised plan aimed at helping you succeed in your studies. They can also provide direction on your enrolment and will check in with you to ensure you’re staying on track for success.

GYM AND SPORTING FACILITIES UON’s Callaghan campus is home to the Hunter’s largest health and fitness facility - The Forum University. You can also find The Forum Harbourside at 5 Workshop Way, Newcastle, within handy reach of our city precinct. The Forum offers special rates for UON students.

MANAGING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH Your mental health should always be a priority. Student Support Advisors can help with lots of different questions or concerns and connect you to the right people, including disability support (known as AccessAbility) and student loans. They can also link you with counsellors who provide free and confidential assistance for personal or study related issues. If you aren’t able to get to campus to see someone, online counselling options are also available.

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The Wollotuka Institute is the University’s Indigenous cultural and academic centre and offers a range of support for Indigenous students.

‘Wollotuka Institute’

ACCESSABILITY

CHAPLAINCY

If you live with disability, or have an injury or a health condition (permanent, temporary, episodic or fluctuating) that may affect your ability to study, register with AccessAbility for free, confidential advice. Services include:

The University chaplains are experienced, credentialed religious workers who are authorised by their faith tradition to provide support and guidance. You do not need to be part of a religious group to receive support from the chaplains or access their multifaith prayer and reflection facilities.

• Assistive technology support • Advocacy • Mobility bus service

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• Auslan • Exam support

‘AccessAbility’

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAMS UON Global provides a range of programs for international students designed to make your time at UON a rich and academically rewarding experience. The team coordinates activities such as GOALSS (Games for Overseas and Local Students & Staff).

LGBTIQ+ SUPPORT The University has an ALLY network comprising of students and staff.

The ALLY network raises awareness of LGBTIQ+ issues on campus and promotes a welcoming, diverse and inclusive culture at UON. NUSA also has a support network and a dedicated safe space for queeridentifying students.

‘ALLY’

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PERSONAL

PERSONAL

‘health service’

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INDIGENOUS SUPPORT

OTHER SERVICES ON CAMPUS PRAYER AND REFLECTION ROOMS The University has reflection rooms at Callaghan Campus and University House where all members of the UON community may carry out prayer or meditation. Male and female prayer rooms are also available at Callaghan Campus for Muslim students. Visit or email Student Central to request access to prayer rooms. Locations of prayer and reflection rooms may be found online.

SURVIVAL STATIONS There are microwaves available for students to heat up their own food and hot water across campus in the Auchmuty Information Common, Shortland Building, Hunter Building and Level 1 at NeW Space.

CHILDCARE Childcare services operate on campus and are community-based centres that are open to the general public as well as staff and students.

We have dedicated parenting rooms at Callaghan , and a parenting room on the ground floor of NeW Space.

Over 3,000 computers are available for your use in general access areas that include dedicated labs, libraries and even some at Student Central.

You can access our PCseeker tool via myUON.

PRINTING The University’s printing system provides students with access to black and white and colour printing facilities. You can access UONPrint and myPrintCopy via myUON. To print at uni, you need to put credit on your student card online at myPrintCopy or by using any of the EFTPOS kiosk machines on campus. Printing is charged on a per page basis.

UONPrint allows you to print from a device that is connected to the University’s wireless network. Head to the UONPrint website when you’re ready to print and sign in with your student number.

The Print Centre also offers special printing and binding services.

‘printing and photocopying’

PERSONAL

PERSONAL

‘Prayer and Reflection’

COMPUTING FACILITIES

RETAIL OUTLETS We have a wide range of retail outlets on our campuses to make sure our students are well catered for. You can find coffee, snacks, fresh juices, smoothies, salads, burgers, pies, chips and more to keep you going throughout the day. At Callaghan you will also find a post office, bars, bookshop, a bank and

pharmacy for your convenience. In the city there is a cafe with healthy grab and go options as well as restaurants, cafes, bars and other retail outlets just a short walk away.

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PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIALS BUILD YOUR EMPLOYABILITY CAREERS AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CAREERHUB iLEAD PLUS STUDENT EXCHANGE STUDENT GOVERNANCE

BUILD YOUR EMPLOYABILITY

CAREERHUB

Getting a job after uni and starting your dream career is a key goal and something that can motivate you throughout your studies. Students who work part-time during their studies develop valuable skills and are more likely to gain employment after graduation. Working and studying are complementary and Student Central can help you ensure your time commitments are manageable.

The CareerHub job search site advertises casual, part-time and permanent jobs, work experience, graduate programs and volunteering opportunities.

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CAREERS AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT

PROFESSIONAL

The Careers page on the Uni website also has a range of help sheets on topics like how to ace an interview and what should be included in a resumé.

iLEAD PLUS NEW doesn’t follow. It takes the lead.

The iLead Plus program is designed to empower our most future-focused students. iLead Plus scholars draw from diverse experiences and are determined to inspire others — driving to extraordinary outcomes. The program is tailored to your unique leadership goals, and both expands and deepens your connections to UON’s global network of alumni. Build the skills, traits and perspectives you need to be the leader of tomorrow.

‘iLEAD Plus’

FYI: iLEAD Plus participants are eligible for travel grants, scholarships, complimentary insurance and interest free loans when travelling overseas for study.

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PROFESSIONAL

The Careers and Student Development team can help you find part-time work and build the skills you need to enter your chosen profession or industry. They offer a free dropin resumé checking service and a variety of workshops on how to build marketable skills. They also have information about jobs on campus, providing students with short-term or casual paid experience at UON.

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ADMIN ESSENTIALS STUDENT EXCHANGE Also referred to as ‘student mobility’, studying or participating in a volunteer opportunity overseas is an enriching experience that yields both personal and career benefits.

PROFESSIONAL

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STUDENT GOVERNANCE UON has a range of opportunities for students to become involved in governance bodies that contribute to the teaching, learning and business of the University. Joining such groups allows you to expand your network and can teach you valuable skills that make you more employable.

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WHERE TO FIND HELP TUDENT POLICIES S AND FORMS YOUR CONTACT DETAILS ARE YOU READY? ADMIN

‘student governance’

FYI: UON students have access to a free online leadership skills course called Generation Governance.

Visit generationgovernance.org.au

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WHERE TO FIND HELP

ARE YOU READY?

STUDENT CENTRAL

We’ve covered a lot of information in this guide.

Find out if you are ready for Day 1 by working through the checklist.

newcastle.edu.au/askuon

Student Central is the area of the University that focuses on student experience, support and services.

We believe that the best student experience comes when students feel supported academically, personally, professionally and socially. Student Central provides services that ensure students can access everything they need for a successful, productive and rewarding university life. From financial, counselling and career support to student life, we’ve got you covered.

Student Central can put you in contact with the right people and make sure all of your questions are answered.

1300 AskUON Hunter, Shortland, NeW Space

GET CONNECTED

IT HELP DESK IT Support can be contacted by reporting an issue online or via phone from Monday-Friday (University business days) 8am-6pm on 02 492 17000. IT can assist you with problems related to: • Student email • Student accounts • Passwords

• Computers • Wireless networks • Downloading software

‘IT services’

STUDENT POLICIES AND FORMS The University has a range of different rules and policies that apply to both students and staff, including the Code of Conduct. The UON Policy Library is available online and is best viewed by audience. Find policies relating to students on the University website.

There are also a range of student related forms and guides that are accessible from the UON website, such as those needed to change your name or request leave from study.

‘student forms and guides’

Activate student account Log in and get familiar with UON systems

Like and follow UON social media Download uni apps

PREPARE ACADEMICALLY Review Program Plan Organise timetable

Complete the Academic Integrity Module

Enrol in courses

Do a UON Prep course

Read all course outlines

Get textbooks and course readers

Log in to Blackboard to review course materials before your first class

Check out the PASS schedule

ORIENTATION Attend Orientation

Take a tour of the library

Check out the clubs and societies (and get some free stuff!)

Organise to rideshare with a new uni friend

Find Student Central

AskUON a question

Go on a campus tour

Participate in social events

‘student policies’

YOUR CONTACT DETAILS 28 | The Essentials

You need to keep your contact details up to date in the University system. We need to be able to get in contact with you for important things like enrolment, fees, support and, when you get there, graduation.

Keep your contact details up to date in myHub.

Upload your photo and order your student card online.

Apply for an Opal Concession Card (if eligible)

Buy a parking permit (if needed) Provide Tax File Number via myHub newcastle.edu.au/new-students | 29

ADMIN

ADMIN

ADMIN BASICS

CALLAGHAN CAMPUS HALLS, THEATRES, TEACHING & RESEARCH BUILDINGS

ED

Civil Engineering and Surveying

N-15

SC

Student Services

J-18

P

NIER Building P

S-6

SE

Special Education

G-19

S

NIER Building S

T-9

A

Architecture

O-7

EE

N-13

ABEW

Architecture and Built Environment Workshop

Electrical and Computer Engineering

O-8

EF

Engineering F

M-12

Engineering G

O-15

SP

Sports Pavillion

K-25

KOO

Kooinda

C-12

Engineering Science

N-12

SR

Social Sciences

H-8

WON

Wonnayba

G-20

SER

Services Building

C-17

SH

University Club

I-8

CHILDCARE CENTRES KIN

Kintaiba

B-12

ADS

Architecture Design Studio

P-7

EG

AE

NUSA Building

K-18

ES

AN

Animal House

O-20

FS

Friends Shed

U-21

ST

The Station 1-6

K-22

Earth Sciences

H-4

STH

Science Theatre

H-4

H

Huxley

K-21

SW1

Sculpture Workshop

I-18

L

Auchmuty

K-6

LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION COMMONS

AOB

Academic Office Block

L-23

G

AS

Animal Services

O-20

GH

Great Hall

G-4

AT

Art

H-19

GP

General Purpose Building

H-10

TA

Tunra Annexe

P-15

ATC

Advanced Technology Centre N-19

GS

Gallery

F-18

TC

The Teaching Centre

L-22

BAR

Barahineban

F-29

Hunter Building

K-21

UH

L-18

EH

Edwards Halls

E-26

I-21

Hunter Union (Bar on the Hill) Shortland Union

J-8

AV

Psychology

N-5

H

B

Biological Sciences

K-5

HD01

Griffith Duncan Theatre

BA

Basden Theatre

K-5

HPE

BB

Health and Physical Education

Bowman

I-20

ICT

E-3

BGH

Biological Sciences Glass Houses

Information and Communication Technology

IDC O-7

Industry Development Centre

B-11

BSC

Building Science (Red Square)

C

Chemistry

J-5

CB

Commonwealth Bank

J-16

CE

Ceramics

H-17

CH

The Chancellery

K-14

COLA1

Covered Outdoor Learning Area 1

P-22

Covered Outdoor Learning Area 2

O-23

CT

CT Building

F-10

D

Design

G-17

DB

Drama

H-7

DS

Drama Studio

H-7

EA

Engineering Administration

M-13

EB

Chemical Engineering

O-15

EC

Mechanical Engineering

O-14

COLA2

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K-4

R-20

US V

Mathematics

F-8

VA

Visual Arts & Media Studies

G-18

W

Behavioural Sciences

F-7

WP

Wetlands Pavilion

R-15

RESIDENCES

EV

Evatt House

E-21

I

International House

B-23

SAA

Residence West

H-24

SAB

Residence North

I-24

SAC

Residence East

H-25

SAD

Residence South

F-24

LC

Language Centre/2NURFM

L-8

LS

Life Sciences

L-5

LSTH

Life Sciences Theatre

J-5

A

NIER Building A

S-6

BHE

Bike Hub East

J-17

B

NIER Building B

T-5

BHW

Bike Hub West

H-9

NEWCASTLE INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY AND RESOURCES

BIKE HUBS

MC

McMullin

F-6

MCTH

McMullin Theatre

G-6

C

NIER Building C

R-6

L-5

D

NIER Building D

T-6

OVAL 1

Sportsground No 1

I-27

E

NIER Building E

S-7

OVAL 2

Sportsground No 2

Q-23

MS

Medical Sciences

SPORT AND RECREATION

MSW

Medical Sciences West

L-4

MW

3D Studio

I-17

F

NIER Building F

T-7

OVAL 3

Sportsground No 3

U-24

G

NIER Building G

T-7

OVAL 4

Sportsground No 4

H-14

P

Physics

I-4

RC

Research Cottage

D-24

H

NIER Building H

S-8

OVAL 5

Sportsground No 5

X-24

NIER Building I

R-8

RWO

Ray Watt Oval

J-31

NIER Building K

S-8

RWOP

Ray Watt Oval Pavilion

I-31

SCH

Sports and Aquatic Centre (The Forum)

S-21

SP

Sports Pavilion (Squash Courts)

K-25

RW

Richardson Wing

L-20

I

RW149

Nursing Theatre

L-21

K

SAS SB

Birabahn Science

F-14

L

NIER Building L

T-7

J-4

M

NIER Building M

S-7

N

NIER Building N

S-7

O

NIER Building O

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USEFUL LOCATIONS Student Central

SC & US

J-18 & J-8

Bike hubs

BHW & BHE

H-9 & J-17

Security Services

MC

F-6

Car Park 16

P16

T-26

Fuji Xerox PrintCentre

US

J-8

Libraries and Information Commons

L, H, Newcastle City precinct

K-6, K-21

University Health Service

SC

J-18

The Forum

SCH

S-21

The Wollotuka Institute

SAS

G-14

NUSA

AE

K-18

Survival stations

L, US, H

L-7, J-8, J-20

Computing facilities

L, US, CT, H

L-6, J-8, F-10, J-20

SC

J-18

Childcare centres

KIN, KOO, WON

B-12, C-12, G-20

UON Global

IO

K-19

Careers & Student . Development Team

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CALLAGHAN CAMPUS Y X W

OVAL 5

OVAL 3

P

NIER

F

D

B

P

N

A

O

FS

L

E

G M

H K

P16

S

P12

NIER

SCH

I

VALE ST

C

WP

HPE OVAL 2

P8

A

EE

ES

LS

EF

LC

MS

R IN G R OAD

P

DB

SH

DS

P5

F E D C B A

GS

V

6

BB

7

8

9

10

EMERGENCY PHONE

SE

EV

RWOP

P15 BAR

P14

SAD EH

P11

SER

TY

11 12 13

DRI

I

VE

14 15 16

17 18

19 20

21 22 23

PARK AND RIDE Pick up point.

Shuttle Bus Route to NeW Space

OVAL 1

SAC

SAA

WON

KIN

R SI

SAB

RAY WATT OVAL

RC

KOO

VE UNI

SP

P6

P2

P2

PIDC

BUS STOPS

ROAD

R IN G

IDC

5

VA

D

SAS

P1

4

SW1

SR

P2

3

HD01

CE

MC W

ST

H

AT

GP

ICT

2

IO SC

MW

CT

1

P10

BHE

OVAL 4

BHW

MCTH GH

UH

CB

RW149 AOB TC

RW

AE

US

G ESCS

P7

P4 CH

LSTH

STH

ED

RI NG RO AD

L BGH CS B RAD BA SB C

COLA1

P7

ATC

EA

AS

AD

N M L K J I H G

MSW

AN

EB

AV

NEWCASTLE CITY PRECINCT

COLA2

EG

RO

BSC

P9

EC

ABEW

NG

ADS

P3

TA

RI

V U T S R Q P O

P13

24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31

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PARK AND RIDE Drop off point.

Shuttle Bus Route from NeW Space

STUDENT CENTRAL AND LIBRARIES Auchmuty Information Common

K-6

Level 2, Auchmuty Library (ground level) Access to PCs, Macs, scanners, print/copy and wi-fi

L

Auchmuty Library Level 3, Auchmuty Library Information desk, loans desk, short loans area

Shortland Student Hub

J-8

Level 3, Shortland Union Building Access to admissions advice, enrolment advice, student ID cards, travel concessions, scholarships advice, fees and degree advice and information

US

Hunter Student Hub

J-18

Level 1, Student Services Centre Access to admissions advice, enrolment advice, student ID cards, travel concessions, scholarships advice, fees and degree advice and information

SC

Huxley Library

K-21

Levels A and C, Hunter Building

H

Huxley Information Common Access to PCs, Macs, scanners, print/copy and wi-fi

International Office Access to welfare and support services

AUCKLAND STREET

HUNTER STREET

NEW SPACE

AskUON City Foyer, NeW Space

Newcastle City Information Common Foyer and Level 1, NeW Space

UON Student Central @UONstudents @uonstudentcentral uonstudents UON Student Central

CONNECT 1300 ASK UON newcastle.edu.au/askuon