mySupport - The University of Newcastle Australia

Here are all of the support services that are related to the Health and Well Being department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

Check the boxes next to the support services and activites that you would like to add to your support contacts list.

Then click Add the above selection to mySupport List to add you suport selection ton your support list, which you can them email, print or save as a PDF.

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Chaplaincy

A friendly person on campus available for a chat
Individual spiritual guidance and direction
Prayer and worship opportunities
Study groups including bible study

Oral Health Clinic

Central Coast Campus
Comprehensive oral examinations
Dental care for children and adolescents
Oral hygiene and periodontal treatment
Preventative treatments

NUSPORT

Memberships to health and wellness facilities including The Forum
Participation in the Australian University Games
Sporting clubs
Sporting scholarships
Training and education for sport and fitness careers

Disability Support

Access to physical and online campus (such as parking)
Advocacy on behalf of registered students
Assessment and exam support
In lecture support (such as note taking and equipment)
Library support available
Practical assistance and advice to students with a documented, permanent or temporary disability or medical condition

Counselling

Drop in clinic
Great online resources and tip sheets
Individual counselling appointments
Meditation workshops and Podcasts
Stress management workshops

The Health Service

Appointments available for women's health, skin checks and mental health issues
Appointments with doctors and nurses on campus
Immunisations
Medicare bulk billing and OSHC direct repayments
Pathology testing on Callaghan campus
Referral to specialists, X-ray services or physiotherapy

Here are all of the support services that are related to the Meeting the Costs of Study department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

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Scholarships

Database of scholarships (for undergraduate, postgraduate, honours and RHD students)
Links to additional scholarships available to UoN Students
Summer Vacation Scholarships

Loans and Welfare

Interest free short term loans to students by appointment
Loans may be approved for domestic students who demonstrate genuine need
Online resources and advice on student costs

Fees

Coordination of course costs
Information and advice on SAFF (Student Services and Amenities Fees)
Information and advice regarding your SA-Help loan (such as HECS if eligible)
Remission of fees applications processed for students

Careers

Career Counsellor appointments
Career planning assistance and resources
Careers events and expo's
Explore links between study and career opportunities (Degrees to Careers)
Job interview information and practice
Jobs database (via CareerHub)
Resume checking

Accommodation Services

Catered / non catered rooms on campus
Homestay
Off Campus database for students
Residential life support for students living in on campus colleges

Here are all of the support services that are related to the Program Advice department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

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Then click Add the above selection to mySupport List to add you suport selection ton your support list, which you can them email, print or save as a PDF.

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Student Hubs

Adverse circumstances information and submission
Advice and referrals about issues relating to your study
Assignment submission and collection
Official Transcripts, completion and enrolment letter collection
Student Cards, Parking Permits, Travel concession collection

PASS [external link]

1 hour weekly sessions for selected courses
Peer Assisted Study Sessions
Study groups led by experienced and successful students
Visit the PASS website for available subjects

Learning Development

Assistance with language skills
Great online resources on study, academic skills, writing, mathematics and more (Blackboard)
Individual consultations for assistance with writing, mathematics and academic skills
Mathematics and Statistics support
Workshops for enabling, undergraduate and postgraduate students

Careers

Career Counsellor appointments
Career planning assistance and resources
Careers events and expo's
Explore links between study and career opportunities (Degrees to Careers)
Job interview information and practice
Jobs database (via CareerHub)
Resume checking

Counselling

Drop in clinic
Great online resources and tip sheets
Individual counselling appointments
Meditation workshops and Podcasts
Stress management workshops

Program Officers

Course selection and enrolment advice
Credit information and processing
Cross institutional enrolment assistance
Program advice (including full versus part time enrolment)

Here are all of the support services that are related to the Student Life On Campus department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

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UoN Services

Catering and parties at callaghan
Student clubs and societies
Think Big Campaign
U Contact
UTV
YAK Magazine

NUSA

Clubs and Societies
Free breakfasts
Fruit and veggie box
Representation and advocacy
Tuesday and Thursday free student lunches

International Office

Information and advice on the student admission process
Offer crisis and emergency assistance
Orientation for all new international students
Provide a 24 student assistance line (free call: 1800 081 233)
Support for International scholarship recipients
Troubleshoot, and provide advice and referral as required
University and community engagement programs

Dean of Students

Act as a support person or as an intermediary / negotiator in conflict situations
Help make contact with academic staff and University services where necessary
Information and advice to solve problems of an academic nature

Campus Central

Central Coast Campus Clubs and Societies
Central Coast Campus Sport and Recreation
Food and Retail
Membership benefits

Chaplaincy

A friendly person on campus available for a chat
Individual spiritual guidance and direction
Prayer and worship opportunities
Study groups including bible study

NUSPORT

Memberships to health and wellness facilities including The Forum
Participation in the Australian University Games
Sporting clubs
Sporting scholarships
Training and education for sport and fitness careers

Here are all of the support services that are related to the Tools for Academic Success department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

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17000

Back up your files to your U-drive and access them from anywhere on campus
Forgot your password (and your challenge questions)? Have it reset by 17000
Free access to Sophos Antivirus
Phone and online IT support for students

Student Hubs

Adverse circumstances information and submission
Advice and referrals about issues relating to your study
Assignment submission and collection
Official Transcripts, completion and enrolment letter collection
Student Cards, Parking Permits, Travel concession collection

PASS [external link]

1 hour weekly sessions for selected courses
Peer Assisted Study Sessions
Study groups led by experienced and successful students
Visit the PASS website for available subjects

Library

ASAP info for when you need information fast (SMS and email support)
Basic IT assistance in the 24 hour computer labs (Information Commons)
Guides on how to reference your assessments
Infoskills on using the library services
Reference librarians to help you find books and journals

Learning Development

Assistance with language skills
Great online resources on study, academic skills, writing, mathematics and more (Blackboard)
Individual consultations for assistance with writing, mathematics and academic skills
Mathematics and Statistics support
Workshops for enabling, undergraduate and postgraduate students

Dean of Students

Act as a support person or as an intermediary / negotiator in conflict situations
Help make contact with academic staff and University services where necessary
Information and advice to solve problems of an academic nature

Disability Support

Access to physical and online campus (such as parking)
Advocacy on behalf of registered students
Assessment and exam support
In lecture support (such as note taking and equipment)
Library support available
Practical assistance and advice to students with a documented, permanent or temporary disability or medical condition

Here are all of the support services that are related to the New Students department. Listed under each support service are various activities related to that support service

Check the boxes next to the support services and activites that you would like to add to your support contacts list.

Then click Add the above selection to mySupport List to add you suport selection ton your support list, which you can them email, print or save as a PDF.

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Student Mentors

Individual support and advice for new students
Join a community of students helping other students
Opportunity to help fellow UoN students
Regular email contact between students throughout first semester
Visit the Student Mentor website

PASS [external link]

1 hour weekly sessions for selected courses
Peer Assisted Study Sessions
Study groups led by experienced and successful students
Visit the PASS website for available subjects

Learning Development

Assistance with language skills
Great online resources on study, academic skills, writing, mathematics and more (Blackboard)
Individual consultations for assistance with writing, mathematics and academic skills
Mathematics and Statistics support
Workshops for enabling, undergraduate and postgraduate students

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Who can advise me on the courses I should study?

Who can help me manage the costs of study?

How do I get work, life & study to balance?

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How can I get help to study with an illness or disability?

I want to improve my academic results.

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I want to improve my academic results.

I'm new in town, who can help me settle in?

Who can advise me on the courses I should study?

Am I in the right Degree?

Who can help me manage the costs of study?

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