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Student life

Get set up for success—get an idea of what to expect in your first year, read our study tips and explore opportunities to get involved in university life.

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Your first trimester

Your first trimester will bring new expectations, experiences and challenges. Find out what to expect so you can make the most of it.

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How to study

Get some helpful study tips and tricks for your first year—managing your time and assessments, avoiding plagiarism, and figuring out who to ask for help.

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Get involved

University isn’t just essays and assessments. Extracurricular activities are a great way to boost your CV, broaden your mind, make new friends, and have fun.

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Online learning

Learning online is great for flexibility. Take this online module to help harness the skills you need to make the most out of learning online.

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WGTN Hall

WGTN Hall is ‘a hall without walls’—a programme that will help you get involved and make the most out of your first year at university.

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UNI 101

Get involved with the UNI 101 programme when you start uni—connect with other new students, find your way around and get tips for study and student life.

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Set career goals

It's never too early to start thinking about where your degree could take you after you graduate—our Careers and Employment team can help.

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myView

The myView blog is written by students, for students. Find out what others have experienced, and share your stories too.

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