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First year support
Transport
Orientation
Accommodation
Finances
Enrolment
Student support services
Academic support services
Library services
USC online 
FAQs for new students 

Congratulations on your decision to undertake tertiary study. Research shows that the better the first year experience for new university students, the more likely the student successfully completes their studies.

First year support

If you are struggling with any aspect of your uni life check out Hang in There - the online support that can help you - whether your issues are academic, personal or otherwise, this site offers practical advice for all students.

If you need help we always encourage you to ask. You can contact a first year coordinator in your faculty:

Faculty First year coordinator Tel Email
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Bruce Williams
Robyn Kleinhans
+61 7 5430 1259 bwilliams@usc.edu.au
rkleinha@usc.edu.au
Faculty of Business Ross Strong +61 7 5430 1221 rstrong@usc.edu.au
Faculty of Science, Health and Education Ann Parkinson +61 7 5430 2869 aparkins@usc.edu.au

Alternatively, contact Student Central (Student Administration and Student Services) tel: +61 7 5430 1226, email: studentservices@usc.edu.au, or refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQs) page.

Transport 

How to get to uni
Where to park at uni

Orientation 

Campus map

Accommodation 

Accommodation choices

Finances 

Scholarships available
HECS/PELS information
Access to student loans
Employment opportunities

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Enrolment 

The recommended enrolment pattern for my program
The University timetable
Complete enrolment through SOLAR
Help with my enrolment

Student support services 

Access student support services
Sign up for the student mentor program
Access Student Administration

Academic support services 

Do a weekly timetable and study planner
Support for academic skills and study
Transition programs
Enabling courses
Academic calendar and key dates for the semester or session

Library services

Access to library information.

USC online

USC student email (you should check your student email daily)
Access IT support.

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