New to Uni?

Beginning University

Congratulations on becoming a university student! The demands of academic work and establishing a social life create challenges. Here are some strategies to help you adjust to your new learning environment and become a self-directed learner:

• Check out our Studyhub online resource library. It has good ideas on reading, note-taking, time management and writing assignments.
• Check out our handout on Being a Successful Student, a brief guide for first year students.
• Attend Uniprep courses. This programme is prior to term one and offers skills workshops to prepare for uni.
• Attend Smart Start ( pdf - 554kB ). This half-day programme offers an opportunity to learn about academic study before lectures start.
• Get your copy of the New Student Guide. This guide gives details about first year orientation, study and life at Vic.
• Read Campus Connections (pdf - 3MB) to enhance your success and find ways to meet more people at university. It will guide you to workshops and activities on campus.

Coping with your academic work

Before you begin your studies, read your course outline carefully, talk with faculty staff to find out what is expected of you while you are studying. While you are studying at Victoria, you can also work with staff at the Student Learning Support Service to help you achieve your academic potential. One-to-one appointments are available at all levels, from first year to postgraduate.