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The ultimate guide to referencing

To make it at university, we have to know how to reference correctly. Unnecessary marks can be lost because of simple referencing errors, so here is your ultimate guide to knowing what correct referencing is, when it should be used and how to do it...

Five tips to pass the national teaching tests

by Annette Benson Have you just started a teacher education course and heard people talk about ‘LANTITE?’ This is the Australian Government’s Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE). To become a...

What’s on your desk?

Many people say that your desk is your inner sanctum, as it is the place where you get the job done. Just because it’s the place where you work late into the night, doesn’t mean that it has to be completely bland and boring! Making your study space...

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How to: choosing a new computer

It’s the start of the year and the most common question I see in forums and groups is: what computer should I get? This is a really ambiguous question because there are just so many options! So, here are my tips to make the best decision: #1 What is...

Studying when time isn’t on your side

The world we live in is increasingly fast-paced and we are all time poor. Here’s your fast-tracked guide to getting the most out of your day: Bite-sized chunks. Study in bite-sized chunks, for example short 10 or 20 minute bursts throughout...

It's OK not to be ok - what to do when you are feeling overwhlemed

It’s OK to not be OK

It’s no secret that studying can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially if you weren’t quite expecting the mental toll. These feelings can often peak when the pressures of family and work are added on top of study, or when a major...

Have you had an adventure these holidays?

As students, we have a lot of opportunities to get out and about during our long summer breaks! Even though the couch is so comfy and the pizza tastes so good, its sometimes nice to explore amongst nature. Everyone loves a hike or a sunset beach...

Why should you be mindful?

Mindfulness means awareness. It is to be conscious, present and attentive in a moment or situation. Being mindful helps reduce stress, anxiety and frustration (AKA our daily struggles as Uni students). In turn, it can also boost intelligence...

Haven’t enrolled yet? Here’s what you can do

Not sure how to enrol or haven’t decided what to do this session? Then here’s what you can do! Here are our tips to help you get on top of your enrolment for 2019 now: Choose your subjects You might have to pick a major, minor and...

Networking for introverts

Networking is an important career-building skill but some find it easier than others. If you’re an introvert and are changing careers or just starting out, here are some tips to give you more confidence:  #1 You are probably already networking...

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