Learning and Teaching Unit
International Student Support
International Student Support
Welcome Areas
UniSA Buddies (U-Buddies who are students already studying at UniSA) will be available in
Welcome Areas to provide you with:
The day will begin at 9.00am. You can approach a U-Buddy in the Welcome Area at City West (The Atrium, Ground level, Yungondi Building) to find out about which sessions you need to go to and what you can expect from attending individual sessions and workshops.
Sessions held on Day 2 will include:
Accommodation and your rights
This workshop will offer practical advice from staff & students about:
Students who are renting (or are planning to rent) accommodation are strongly encouraged to attend. There will also be a lucky draw $100 Unibooks vouchers to be won!
Studying at UniSA: Your rights and
responsibilities
You will get to meet trained Advocates from UniLife who will share
information and advice on your rights and responsibilities as a student at
UniSA.
Safety in Adelaide
Do you know what to do if you have a late night class
and need to get home? Do you know who to call
if you are in an
emergency on and off campus? The South Australian Police and UniSA Campus Security share important
information, tips and strategies about keeping yourself and your personal
property safe in this interactive session.
Safe Activities in the City for Students
There is more
to Adelaide than the 'city of Churches'. Adelaide is compact, green
and very accessible with loads of interesting things to see and do. Come to
an interactive presentation by the Adelaide City Council and find out
information on community centres, libraries, city bikes, volunteering,
sports/recreation and the many treasures of the City of Adelaide.
Welcome to Australia
This interactive workshop will describe how to get along in Australia. The
session will include information about transition to a new culture and study
environment and culturally appropriate ways of interacting with staff and
students at University.
BBQ lunch and social activity
Come and join in the fun at a free BBQ lunch followed social
activities. You will be able to meet and get to know staff and fellow
students. Representatives from UnliLife, UniSA's independent students
association will be present for you to meet and there will be opportunities
for interaction and games with a basketball ring and Xbox.
International sponsored student briefing
If your tuition fees are sponsored by an external agency, the
Australian government or your home country's government, then you should
come to this session. You will be able to meet with the staff from UniSA
International who liaise with your sponsors and learn about the requirements
of your scholarship.
Information session for Higher Degree Research (HDR) Students
Are you studying for a Doctorate or Masters degree by research? If so, this
session is for you. You will meet other research degree students and find out
about the services and support you can get at UniSA to help you be a successful
student.
Health and Wellbeing: Safe Sex Issues and
SHineSA Services
Optional session facilitated by Sexual Health
Information Networking & Education SA staff on safe sex and SHineSA
services. Come along to this session if you want to find out more about safe sex and healthy relationships, which will be presented separately for
male and female students. For those of you who have received sex education
you will be able to find out more about a range of health services in
Adelaide.
Enrolment assistance (repeat)
U-Buddies (students already studying at UniSA) and Campus Central staff will be available to assist new students to
enrol online and finalise timetables.
Travel from City West to Magill campus
Meet at 9.00am outside the front of Yungondi Building, City West
campus on North
Terrace to board Explorer coaches from 9.10am to transport you to Magill campus for an afternoon of interactive
workshops and activities. Alternatively, you can make your way to
Magill campus
and meet other new students at 9.30am in Room H1-44, H Building for the
'Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Worldcare information session.
Part-Time Jobs and Money Matters - tips and
strategies
This workshop outlines successful strategies for
targeting part time employment in SA. You will gain a clear understanding of
the important steps underpinning what is required to fit into a working
environment and the support services available to assist you. You will also
gain insight into realistic budgeting and banking practices, as well as
identifying potential traps and pitfalls.
Key experts include: Career Advisers and International Student Officers.
Get Connected
This fun and interactive session will help
you meet other students and create new social networks at UniSA. It
includes a panel of senior students sharing their experiences, tips and
answering your questions.
Free Lunch and Information providers
A free lunch will be hosted by the Learning and Teaching Unit. A
multicultural lunch will be provided by Mekong Thai which will include halal and
vegetarian options. You will also have a chance to visit information providers,
ask questions and gather information about long-term
accommodation, banking, travel and emergency services in Adelaide.
Optional activities in the Magill Sports Centre and Swimming pool
After lunch, you will be able to participate in optional activities including
soccer, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and billiards. You will also
have an opportunity to meet
U-Buddies (senior students already studying at UniSA), UniLife representatives
and other new international students to make some connections.
Remember to wear comfortable, sporting or casual clothing (including sneakers) to partake in activities in the Magill gymnasium.
Experience one of South Australia's most successful wildlife attractions offering a unique opportunity for interaction with a range of fauna. This tour departs at 9.15am sharp, from the front entrance to (City West Campus) and returns to the City at 3.15pm. Bookings are essential. Itinerary, payment and booking details will be available from the Welcome Areas on Monday 9th July. Tickets cost $15.00 and will be available from Campus Central at City West from Tuesday 10 July.
Enrolment assistance (repeat)
U-Buddies (students already studying at UniSA) and Campus Central can also
assist you with your enrolment enquiries and Program/Course timetable enquiries.
