Support

Learning Support

• If you are having trouble with maths the Mathematics Learning Centre assists undergraduate students to develop the mathematical knowledge, skills and confidence that are needed for studying mathematics or statistics at university.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/maths_learning_centre/about.shtml
• The Learning Centre has developed online and print based learning resources to help students with a range of academic skills.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/learning_centre/resour.shtml
• Workshops in study skills, academic reading and writing, oral communication, and examination skills are offered by the Learning Centre.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/learning_centre/time.shtml
• Courses on Getting Organised, Memory Strategies, Anxiety Management Through Relaxation Training, and Assertive Communication Skills which can help improve your study skills are offered by Counselling Services.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/counselling/work.shtml
• The University runs the “Staying on Track” information session for students who are struggling with their studies and having difficulty adapting to uni life. If you don’t attend the sessions, podcasts and an information booklet are made available in late March.
  http://sydney.edu.au/secretariat/students/riskinfosessions.shtml

Personal Support

• If you are having difficulties coping with any number of stressors in your life, Counselling and Psychological Services may be able to help you. For more information please visit their website at: http://www.studentservices.uwa.edu.au/ss/counselling/self_help2/relaxation
• If you have been the victim of a crime on campus you should immediately contact security services at 9351 3333. More information is available from the following website:
  http://www.facilities.usyd.edu.au/security/emergency.shtml
• If you are having financial difficulties the Financial Assistance Office offers a variety of student loans and bursaries and you can find out about these at:
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/financial_assistance_office/types.shtml

Computer Support

• The University provides a number of electronic facilities to all University of Sydney students. The account you use to access them is called your "UniKey" account.
  http://sydney.edu.au/ict/switch/unikey/
• The IT Assist website has information about accessing the internet both on and off campus, including the locations of Access Labs where computers are available for all students to use.
  http://sydney.edu.au/ict/switch/index.shtml
• The Student Express website can help you get a start on using Blackboard, the University’s eLearning portal. Blackboard is used extensively in First Year Biology and understanding how to use it will be extremely useful.
  http://sydney.edu.au/webct/student/
• MyUni is your online University information and service centre, tailored to your specific needs.
  http://sydney.edu.au/current_students/

Basic Support Services

• If you are having financial difficulties the Financial Assistance Office offers a variety of student loans and bursaries and you can find out about these at:
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/financial_assistance_office/types.shtml
• The University has a number of child care centres, catering for both long day care and occasional care. Applications can be made through each childcare center.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/child_care/apply.shtml
• There are a number of services available to students with a disability.
  http://sydney.edu.au/stuserv/disability/assis.shtml
• Find a doctor on campus.
  http://sydney.edu.au/unihealth/
• Looking for a place to rent? Find a range of accommodation plus handy advice for renting in Sydney at the Accommodation Service.
  http://sydney.edu.au/current_students/accommodation/
• The Careers Centre can provide you with advice and information about finding jobs in your chosen field. Although largely targeted at graduates, the Careers Centre can provide guidance in planning your career, how to find work experience placements and also provides workshops on writing CV's, applications and interview skills.
  http://sydney.edu.au/careers/

Get Involved in Community Life at the University of Sydney

• University of Sydney Union (USU) offers students the opportunity to buy an Access card which offers many benefits and discounts around the uni.
  http://www.usydunion.com/
• Students' Representative Council (SRC) represents undergraduates within the University of Sydney and the wider community. Membership is free.
  http://www.src.usyd.edu.au/
• Get involved with the many exciting clubs at The University of Sydney. From scuba diving to snow boarding, be part of the university community.
  http://sydney.edu.au/fstudent/studentOrganisations.shtml
• Read blogs by other students to see how they cope with studying and life at Sydney University. You may pick up some handy hints and tips.
  http://blogs.usyd.edu.au/sydneylife/