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9 Participate in orientation Get the best start possible at university, both academically and socially. Universities are big places, and there will be a large amount of new information to take in. It’s best to have a look around Flinders before you begin your studies. Start Smart, Flinders’ comprehensive transition and orientation program, will help you to settle in, find your way around campus, and enjoy the academic and social sides of university life. Give yourself a head start by attending as many Start Smart sessions as possible. More information can be found in the Start Smart Guide – follow the link on your 5 steps to Flinders page or from Step 4 on the Current students>Enrolment information page. Fees As a student at Flinders University the amount you will pay for your course will depend on whether you are a: • Commonwealth supported student; • Fee paying student; or an • International student In addition to your course fees you may need to pay for textbooks and readings, stationery, equipment (such as lab coats), and fieldwork. You may also need to consider transport, parking, relocation and accommodation costs. If you are an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian visa holder and pay all or part (at least $500) of your student contribution amount by the due date, you are eligible for a 10% discount (subject to the passage of legislation). No discounts are available to New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residents. Orientation and transition to university Don’t forget... Visit and get connected Make your transition to university as easy as possible. The Start Smart Guide and the Get Connected website will help you become familiar with the University, academic requirements, and where to find help, if needed. Planning ahead, becoming involved and establishing a support network very early on will improve your first year experience. For more information on the wide range of resources available to you, follow the link on your 5 steps to Flinders page or from step 4 on the Current students>Enrolment information page. If you do get stuck or have a question, contact the Transition Office. Staff are always willing to assist. Find Contact Details on page 14. Download your Invoice/Fee Account Your Invoice/Fee Account is available online. Go to the Current students page . Click on the ‘Student Information System’ button. Login using your Flinders Student ID number and password. Click on the ‘My Finances’ tab. From this page you will be able to view outstanding and historical transactions, pay outstanding fees and request a copy of your Fee Account by email. Your Fee Account is updated immediately if you make changes to your enrolment and shows the relevant due dates for all outstanding charges. Fees must be paid by the stated due date. Failure to do so may result in sanctions and/or cancellation of your enrolment. If you need a Tax Invoice to provide to an employer, contact Student Finance Services. See page 14 for details. Student services and amenities fee. From 2012, Flinders University will charge a compulsory student services and amenities fee, in accordance with the Higher Education Legislation Amendment (Student Services and Amenities) Bill 2010. The cost will be no more than $263 per student in 2012, less for part-time students. Australian citizens and students holding a permanent humanitarian visa will be eligible to apply for a SA-HELP loan (via the Student Information System) from early 2012. See Current students>Fees and financial assistance for the detailed fee schedule and SA-HELP information.
How to pay There are many payment options available to you: 1. Internet – log in to the Student Information System, select ‘My Finances’ then the relevant ‘View/Pay…’ option. Use your credit card (Visa or MasterCard) to pay your account. Payment may take 2-3 working days to process. 2. Telephone – Call 1300 134 368 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the cost of a local call within Australia. Pay your account with your credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Have your credit card and Payment Reference Number (on your Fee Account) ready. 3. BPAY® – Contact your participating bank to make a payment directly from your cheque, savings account or credit card (Visa or MasterCard). The University Biller Code is 53181. Have your Payment Reference Number (on your Fee Account) ready. 4. Mail – Make cheques or money orders payable to Flinders University and mail to the Cashiers Office, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001. You must quote your Student or Payment Reference ID number on the reverse of your cheque/money order. 5. In Person – Present your Fee Account at the Cashiers Office, Ground Floor, Registry Building, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, for payments by cash, cheque and EFTPOS using your cheque, savings account or credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Know when classes start Make sure you know when classes commence. Some classes are held in alternating weeks or may not start until later in the semester. Print your timetable. Collect your Student ID card Your Student ID card is required to borrow books from the Library, obtain an academic transcript, and receive student transport concessions. You must be enrolled for 2012 in order to obtain a card, which will show your full or part-time status for the year. You can obtain a Student ID card from the Central Library. Do this as soon as possible after enrolling to avoid delays. If you already have a student card from previous study at Flinders, you can obtain a 2012 enrolment sticker from the Enrolment Support Centre in the Central Library or on the Plaza during Orientation Week. Getting to Flinders Public transport information and information on car pooling, car parking and parking permits can be found by following The campus link from the Flinders home page Investigate scholarships A wide range of University, government and non-government scholarships are available to students. Selection is normally based on academic merit and/or demonstrated need. See Current students>Scholarships for more information. Understand your student rights and responsibilities Keep your contact details up-to-date Keep your personal details on the Student Information System up-to-date at all times, in particular your address, telephone number and emergency contacts. Read your email regularly Your University email is used for enrolment and study-related communication so make sure you check it regularly. Student related policies and procedures All students are expected to familiarise themselves with the policies and procedures relating to study at Flinders University. Matters such as student conduct, assessment, academic integrity, computer facility rules, and prizes and awards are detailed at the Current students>Student-related policies and procedures page. Equal opportunity policies and procedures Flinders University values and respects the social, cultural and linguistic diversity of its community and encourages inclusive practices in order to provide an environment that is creative, innovative, flexible and productive. If you are feeling harassed or discriminated against, do something. Talk with any of the Equal Opportunity Contact Officers or call the Student Equal Opportunity Advisor on (08) 8201 2118. 10
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