University of New South Wales - Universities Admissions Centre

UNSW Hall is older style accommodation with shared unisex bathrooms.
The college provides single or twin share accommodation, shared study spaces
and recreation rooms, barbecue area and laundry facilities. Internet and all
utilities, regular room cleaning, breakfast and dinner are included in the fees.
Applications for entry for 2015 should be made at www.rc.unsw.edu.au.
A personal interview may be required as part of the selection procedure.
Places in colleges are very competitive and you are advised to apply early.
UNSW Apartments
UNSW provides 52 week occupancy, independent, apartment-style
accommodation for a range of student requirements, including undergraduates,
postgraduates, couples and families with children. All apartments include
internet, utility costs and are located both on and close to campus. For
information, visit www.rc.unsw.edu.au
QQSTUDENT AND CAMPUS SERVICES
Careers and appointments
Careers and Employment offers a range of services to assist students to
develop career management skills and gain employment. Visit Careers and
Employment, Level 2, East Wing, Quadrangle Building, email
careers@unsw.edu.au or visit www.careers.unsw.edu.au
Chaplaincy
The Religious Centre is attended by representatives of the Anglican, Buddhist,
Catholic, Coptic Orthodox, Greek Orthodox, Hillsong, Islamic, Jewish,
Presbyterian and Uniting Church faiths. Full-time and part-time chaplains
conduct worship services, lead Bible Studies, hold prayer meetings and offer
spiritual counselling. There is also a Jewish Chaplain at the Centre.
The Islamic Society has an Imam in attendance with meeting and prayer
rooms available for Muslim students. The Buddhist student group, ‘Unibuds’,
also has facilities in the Centre.
Childcare
There are a number of childcare centres located on or near the Kensington campus.
For information on all childcare options, visit www.earlyyears.unsw.edu.au
Counselling
Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides free and confidential
psychologically focused strategies to UNSW students. UNSW counsellors are
registered psychologists who understand the needs of students enrolled in
higher education. For further information, visit www.counselling.unsw.edu.au
As an alternative to counselling, students can talk with a Student Participation
Advisor who has many years of experience in guiding students through
general study and personal matters to achieve their academic goals. For more
information or to make an appointment, visit https://student.unsw.edu.au/
student-participation-advisors
Exchange programs
UNSW has exchange agreements with more than 200 universities in over
35 countries. UNSW encourages students to undertake part of their degree
overseas. Scholarships are available. For further information, visit
www.international.unsw.edu.au/exchange
Health services
The University Health Service is a complete general medical practice situated
on the Kensington campus. A private dental surgery is also available.
Learning assistance
The Learning Centre assists students with study-related issues such as
academic writing, examination techniques, oral presentation skills and
effective time management. The service is free and confidential. For further
information, visit www.lc.unsw.edu.au
Library/Computing services
UNSW’s Main Library at Kensington offers access to a wide range of
materials, both print and online, in the fields of Arts and Social Sciences, Built
Environment, Business, Engineering, Medicine and Science. The Law Library
is also located on the Kensington campus and there is a specialist art, design
and media arts library on the COFA campus. For further information, visit
www.library.unsw.edu.au
UNSW students are provided with access to various electronic services
including email, remote access via modem to the University Network and the
internet. For further information, visit www.its.unsw.edu.au
Orientation
An easy step-by-step guide to enrolling, familiarising yourself with UNSW and
settling in is available from mid January. New and returning students should come
along and get involved in the Orientation Week (O Week) celebrations held on
campus from Monday 23 February to Friday 27 February 2015. O Week has a
wealth of clubs and societies, as well as services that can assist you during your
studies. For further information, visit www.gettingstarted.unsw.edu.au
Sport and recreation
UNSW Sport and Recreation has some of the best sport and recreation
facilities of any Australian university and provides a comprehensive range of
health, fitness and sporting facilities. For further information, visit
www.sportandrec.unsw.edu.au
Student organisations
Covering the Kensington, COFA and Canberra campuses, Arc@UNSW is the student
organisation for all students at the University. With a majority of students on its
governing board and student-run activities and programs such as clubs, societies,
parties and entertainment Arc is located in the Blockhouse (ground floor) and
Roundhouse (first floor) at Kensington and in D Block at the COFA campus. For
further information, drop by, call (02) 9385 7700 or visit arc.unsw.edu.au
Students with disabilities
We are committed to help ensure all students can participate equally in the
educational opportunities offered by UNSW. We provide a range of services
for students with disabilities or medical conditions. These include note takers,
readers or sign interpreters, exam support, library provisions and resource
material. Contact an Equity Officer (Disability) as soon as you can to discuss
your support needs. Call (02) 9385 4734, email seadu@unsw.edu.au or visit
www.studentequity.unsw.edu.au
QQFURTHER INFORMATION
For more detailed information, see www.unsw.edu.au or contact the Future
Students Office. Call (02) 9385 1844/1866 or email futurestudents@unsw.edu.au.
The online handbook is available at www.handbook.unsw.edu.au