Student news | 2019 | University of the Sunshine Coast

Bring your friends to Open Day 2019!

17 June

Know someone interested in studying at USC? Let them know about Open Day.

Construction updates - Sports Precinct expansion and Sippy Downs Drive Upgrade

17 June

Construction updates related to the Sports Precinct expansion and Sippy Downs Drive Upgrade

Would you like to volunteer at Preparing for USC Sunshine Coast?

17 June

We’re seeking enthusiastic student volunteers to help us welcome new students at our Preparing for USC sessions.

Are you an outstanding all-round student? Apply for a Rhodes Scholarship

13 June

An opportunity of a lifetime for outstanding all-round students to study a postgraduate degree at the prestigious University of Oxford - Applications open 1 July.

CAUTION: USC branded fraudulent email

7 June

USC branded phishing (fraudulent) emails have come into the University.

USC graduates have been rated highly by employers in a national survey

Graduating this semester? You may be eligible for the USC Student Leadership Award!

7 June

If you're graduating soon, check to see if you're eligible to receive the USC Student Leadership Award at your graduation ceremony.

Have your artwork featured on over 10,000 USC student diaries!

7 June

USC is looking for a professional design, photo or illustration that reflects your understanding of, and engagement with, Diversity and Inclusion.

Jobs of the Week - June Edition

7 June

The Career Development team are delivering the goods this week with new jobs, volunteer opportunities and internship roles!

Update: Industrial Action at the University

6 June

Members of the NTEU (National Tertiary Education Union) has advised they intend to take industrial action commencing Tuesday, 11 June and concluding Tuesday, 18 June.

Aerial image of USC Sunshine Coast campus

Sunshine Coast Campus Maintenance Weekend: Friday 28 June–Monday 1 July 2019

4 June

There is a planned power outage taking place from Friday 28 June–Monday 1 July 2019.

Jobs of the Week - May Edition

30 May

The Career Development team are delivering the goods this week with new jobs, volunteer opportunities and internship roles!

Class selection for Study period 2 is now open!

28 May

Class selection is now open! Plan your preferred class times using the online Timetable planner and select your class times in USC Central now.

BHP Australia China Scholarship opportunity

28 May

Would you like to pursue specialised study, research and experience in priority areas of interest in the bilateral Australia-China relationship?

Student mentors at USC Sunshine Coast Orientation

Want to be a part of USC's event volunteer crew for Semester 2 Orientation Week?

21 May

We’re seeking enthusiastic students to help out at a variety of upcoming events across all campuses.

Scholarship applications for Semester 2 close on 31 May, apply now!

20 May

Scholarships and bursaries aren’t just for high academic achievers or if you are struggling financially.

USC students on Study overseas program in Hoddevik

Study Overseas during Semester 1, 2020

17 May

If you are studying a full degree program, you may be eligible to study overseas!

Nominate a Diversity and Inclusion Champion

15 May

Do you know an outstanding USC Staff Member, Student or Alumni member? Nominate them for the Inclusion Award as part of our annual Diversity Week events.

USC introduces bursary for LGBTIQ+ leadership

15 May

A $1,500 bursary is now on offer at USC to recognise the efforts of students contributing to an inclusive culture on campus and awareness of issues affecting people of diverse genders and sexualities.

The Artifice is looking for writers to join their team

14 May

The Artifice is an online magazine that covers a wide spectrum of art forms.

Represent USC at the Nationals Division 2 on the Gold Coast!

13 May

USC Sport is looking for more players for the upcoming Nationals Division 2 in July!

Do you have an idea to tackle climate change?

13 May

Join the world's largest free green-tech business ideas competition!

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT)

9 May

At USC 'Everyone Belongs' so come along and join in on one of our many IDAHOT activities across our campuses.

Have your say about USC's courses and teaching

eVALU8 your Semester 1 2019 course experience

9 May

Complete your Semester 1 2019 eVALU8 Courses and Teaching surveys and go into the draw for a $50 gift card!

Has your program structure changed?

8 May

Some program structure and course offerings have now changed for Semester 2, 2019.

Attend a Managing your progression workshop to plan ahead with your studies!

8 May

Learn how to plan your study with majors and minors and how to map out your course enrolments by attending a Managing your progression workshop.

Completing your studies this semester? Keep an eye out for the November 2019 Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS).

7 May

If you are completing your studies at USC this semester, you will receive an email invitation to take part in the Graduate Outcomes Survey in November 2019.

Drop-in on the Career Development and Program Progression teams

3 May

Drop-in sessions are a welcoming space where students and staff work together.

Vice-Chancellor and President Student Forum

2 May

Students are invited to attend the first 2019 Forum to hear an update from the VCP and ask questions.

Studying STEM and looking for employment opportunities? Attend our FREE iEngage event

2 May

Hear from local organisations - Sunshine Coast Council, Bevoke and the Institute of Public Works Engineering (QLD) - about current and future opportunities in STEM, career pathways and what it takes to succeed.

SafeUSC Crime Prevention Slogan Competition

2 May

A $150 Co-op Bookshop voucher is up for grabs for the best entry received in the SafeUSC Crime Prevention Slogan Competition.

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