Student Life
Returning to study can turn your life upside down. Suddenly you have less money and a lot less free time. The days of coming home and switching off are over – there are assignments to be done!
Going back to school is also a chance to meet new friends and make connections that will serve you well in your future career. When your other responsibilities allow, you can take advantage of the many student clubs and activities on campus, or opportunities to travel overseas as an exchange student.
This section has information about the student support services that can help you settle in, advice for making the most of your student days, and what you can expect after graduation.
Student support services and campus life
Returning to study can be difficult. Mature-age students are often juggling classes with work or family commitments, and many say they feel out of place amongst carefree school leavers. Some feel they have ‘forgotten’ how to study effectively or write in an academic style. Luckily, there’s plenty of support available to help you settle in and get the most out of your course. … (Read more )
Where to live
As if choosing the right course and institution wasn’t stressful enough, you may also find yourself moving to another city or state to be nearer your chosen higher education provider. Even local students returning to study from full-time work may need to downsize from their fashionable bachelor pad to something a little more affordable… (Read more )
Graduate success
It’s hard to rate graduate success — is it whether you get a job when you graduate, how much money you earn, or how satisfied you were with your course? You need to decide on your personal goals and what you expect to achieve as a graduate… (Read more )
