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Coronavirus (COVID-19): University of Sydney advice

We're committed to supporting our students, staff and community members through this difficult time. We will continue to update you as we adapt to life and study during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sharing isn't always caring: collusion and how to avoid it

With online study groups becoming more common, make sure you know the facts around collusion to avoid being accused of academic dishonesty.

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What is mindfulness and how can it help me?

Dr Marianna Szabó from the School of Psychology shares how practising mindfulness can help calm the mind, reduce stress and help you focus your attention on your studies.

4 study habits for success

It’s important to practise good study habits all year round, not just during exam season. Here are four tips to ensure you’re prepared from day one.

Classes and COVID-safety: what you need to know

Students will soon be welcomed back on our campuses, but the world is a little bit different than when we left. If you’re returning for in-person classes in Semester 2, there are some important rules to remember to keep our community COVID-safe.

Tips to eat healthy at home on a student budget

Registered dietitians and PhD candidates Virginia Chan and Helen Yumeng Shi take us through their top tips for cooking healthy food at home, getting the best value for your groceries and making sure your food is safe and tasty.

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6 tips to help you study successfully online

We want to make sure you have all the tools and support you need for your studies, no matter where you are. To get you started, we’ve pulled together six tips to help set you up for studying remotely.

08 October 2018

What you need to know about ‘contract cheating’

Plagiarism is on the decline, but new forms of cheating are on the rise. ‘Contract cheating’ is a rapidly growing problem that every student should be concerned about. So, what is it, and why is it so bad?

How an Industry Project Unit can help you secure a graduate job

Vincent Giannini and Jenny Zhang completed an Industry and Community Project Unit (ICPU) in their final semester at Sydney Uni. They share how the experience helped them to land their jobs and start their career journey.

01 October 2020

The future of exchange and study abroad

While international travel might not be possible right now, it's the perfect time to find out more about overseas study opportunities and start planning an experience of a lifetime.

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.

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