2018

Articles

19 December 2018

How to be a good housemate

Living out of home is an exciting whirlwind of new found freedom and self-sufficiency. But with this independence comes the tricky task of sharing a living space. We’ve rounded up some tips so you can turn roomies into besties.
04 December 2018

Mathematics prerequisites: what are my options?

The University has mathematics course prerequisites for a small selection of degrees which require mathematics skills and knowledge to succeed. So, what if you don’t meet the maths prerequisites for your preferred course? Let’s explore your options.
23 November 2018

Why The Regiment is your new home on campus

If you’re hunting for a student residence, the Regiment Building is a great place to start.
09 November 2018

How to be a good library citizen

Let’s face it – no one likes to study in a loud and messy space. This exam season, help keep our library spaces serene and clean with these five simple tips.

08 November 2018

5 podcasts to make you feel smarter

Is there a difference between a hazard and a disaster? Can weightlifting alleviate depression? Here are our top facts from Raising the Bar 2018.
02 November 2018

How a Graduate Medal can open doors for your career

The Alumni Awards are an opportunity to single out a recent, or soon to be, graduate who deserves recognition for their efforts and achievements. Some of our past Graduate Medal winners share how it felt to receive the prestigious award and how it’s helped them in their careers.
02 November 2018

Reading your uni results: advice from our experts

Results are an important part of your studies, but they are not just numbers. Our experts share advice on how your results can be used to reflect on last semester and plan your next set of goals.

29 October 2018

What really happens to Unit of Study Surveys?

Nearly every class taught at the University is thoroughly assessed by students at the end of each semester. More than 100,000 survey answers are collected, but how does student feedback actually improve teaching?
29 October 2018

Satire is seriously powerful, no joke

The world we live in teems with ‘fake news’, and the political landscape is shifting with such unpredictability, it’s almost hard not to make a joke about it to get by. Adeola Fayehun is making the most of this to create real world change.
22 October 2018

Everyday campus heroes: The Humanitarian Engineer

Living among us are a handful of secret superheroes who use their powers for the greater good of our campuses. They’re the everyday heroes who make our University community truly special.