PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE
TOP provides information and advice about how to prepare for arrival in Australia and what to expect on arrival. A pre-departure kit is sent to all students before they leave their home country. Students may also contact our friendly admissions staff via email for more information at: info@top.edu.au
AIRPORT RECEPTION AND AIRPORT PICK UP
New students arriving from overseas are met at Sydney International Airport by TOP friendly staff or senior students and are transferred by car or bus to their prearranged accommodation. Students are then assisted with basic needs such as changing money, telephoning home, buying food and any other items. Students are required to make a request for airport pick-up at least two weeks in advance (conditions and charges apply). Contact our friendly admissions staff via email for details at: info@top.edu.au
ACCOMODATION AND SETTLING IN
Our dedicated student support staff can help organise accommodation for students in advance of their arrival. Every effort is made to enable students to acquire the accommodation best suited to their needs. Staff will assist students to settle quickly and successfully into their accommodation and to familiarise themselves with local shopping, opening a bank account, getting to know the city, its surrounds and the local transportation system.
COURSE ADVICE AND ENROLMENT ASSISTANCE
All university students at UNE must formally enrol in their course, electronically. Enrolment for UNE courses at TOP is conducted in the week prior to the commencement of classes each trimester. During enrolment students are given course advice to ensure they are enrolled in both the correct course and units of study. Assistance is given throughout the process to ensure each student is successfully enrolled. For new students enrolment is an opportunity to meet academic administrative staff and managers from both UNE and TOP and to have any queries or concerns resolved.
UNE’s Student Centre will also provide advice and support via website, telephone or email. Further information and contact details for the UNE Student Centre can be obtained at http://www.une.edu.au/for/current-students/#item
ORIENTATION PROGRAM
An Orientation program is conducted before classes begin and is compulsory for all newly arriving international students. At TOP, orientation is conducted by experienced staff from both UNE and TOP. The program includes information about TOP student support services, facilities, healthcare, obtaining legal advice; what to do in an emergency and contact details of the UNE and TOP staff that can assist. In addition information is given about the rights and responsibilities of UNE students including information about complaints, appeals and the legal requirements regarding study and residence in Australia. Orientation also includes guidelines about how to study UNE courses successfully and an introduction to Australian culture, society and life. In addition to the formal processes described above, students have their first opportunity to meet with fellow students and staff over some typically Australian refreshments.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
An ongoing social activities program runs throughout each semester and provides opportunities for students to enjoy a range of activities outside study. These include occasional weekends or one day excursions to various locations in Sydney.
ACADEMIC AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Continuing study assistance is provided by specially trained staff on an individual or group basis to assist students with note taking, referencing, essay and report writing, paraphrasing, grammar, oral presentations, researching, time management and exam preparation. UNE’s Academic Skills Office in Armidale also provides support online; further information and contact details for the UNE Academic Skills Office can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/for/current-students/#item2
COUNSELLING SERVICE
UNEIA provides a free and confidential counselling service. Counsellors can help students adjust to their new environment, deal effectively with difficult personal situations and advocate on behalf of students. In addition, UNE Student Assist staff and the International Services Manager at UNE in Armidale are available for help and support via email and telephone. The International Services Manager also makes visits to UNEIA during the year. Further information about UNE Student Assist and UNE International Services can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/elis
TEACHING FACILITIES
TOP provides contemporary learning facilities for students studying UNE courses in Sydney. There are fully equipped lecture facilities with audio visual projection equipment, small tutorial rooms and fully equipped computer laboratories with fast internet access and appropriate software.
There are study areas for groups and individuals in addition to teaching rooms. Staff and students may use computers, photocopiers, television and video/DVD players, digital cameras, scanners and audio visual projectors to facilitate successful teaching and learning.
LIBRARY FACILITIES
Students have access to library, photocopying, printing and email services. The TOP Library collection includes books, journals, audio-visual materials as well as other resources and provides workspace for students. Students also have free access to the nearby Fisher Library at the University of Sydney.
Online training is available in Internet and research skills. Students also have full online access to UNE’s Dixon Library in Armidale.
STUDENT COMMON AREAS AND SPORTING FACILITIES
Students at Australian Technology Park enjoy spacious common areas indoor and outdoor, including cafes and parkland. Students also enjoy the membership of the nearby Sports Centre of the University of Sydney.
FIRST AID FACILITIES
First Aid Kits and supplies are kept on the premises. UNEIA staff respond immediately to requests for first aid
assistance.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Several options are available for students, including rental accommodation, shared accommodation and homestay. Most international students prefer to share rental accommodation to reduce costs. TOP staff assist students to find accommodation.
Although accommodation is usually readily available, the beginning of each trimester is a very busy time and accommodation may take a little longer to find during these periods. Homestay with an Australian family who provide accommodation and meals is a good option for international students.
The approximate cost of homestay is between A$250 to A$290 per week. TOP keeps a list of real estate agents and homestay providers to assist students in making necessary arrangements. Students need to make a request for this service at least two weeks in advance and conditions and charges apply. For further information contact TOP at: info@top.edu.au
TOP provides information and advice about how to prepare for arrival in Australia and what to expect on arrival. A pre-departure kit is sent to all students before they leave their home country. Students may also contact our friendly admissions staff via email for more information at: info@top.edu.au
AIRPORT RECEPTION AND AIRPORT PICK UP
New students arriving from overseas are met at Sydney International Airport by TOP friendly staff or senior students and are transferred by car or bus to their prearranged accommodation. Students are then assisted with basic needs such as changing money, telephoning home, buying food and any other items. Students are required to make a request for airport pick-up at least two weeks in advance (conditions and charges apply). Contact our friendly admissions staff via email for details at: info@top.edu.au
ACCOMODATION AND SETTLING IN
Our dedicated student support staff can help organise accommodation for students in advance of their arrival. Every effort is made to enable students to acquire the accommodation best suited to their needs. Staff will assist students to settle quickly and successfully into their accommodation and to familiarise themselves with local shopping, opening a bank account, getting to know the city, its surrounds and the local transportation system.
COURSE ADVICE AND ENROLMENT ASSISTANCE
All university students at UNE must formally enrol in their course, electronically. Enrolment for UNE courses at TOP is conducted in the week prior to the commencement of classes each trimester. During enrolment students are given course advice to ensure they are enrolled in both the correct course and units of study. Assistance is given throughout the process to ensure each student is successfully enrolled. For new students enrolment is an opportunity to meet academic administrative staff and managers from both UNE and TOP and to have any queries or concerns resolved.
UNE’s Student Centre will also provide advice and support via website, telephone or email. Further information and contact details for the UNE Student Centre can be obtained at http://www.une.edu.au/for/current-students/#item
ORIENTATION PROGRAM
An Orientation program is conducted before classes begin and is compulsory for all newly arriving international students. At TOP, orientation is conducted by experienced staff from both UNE and TOP. The program includes information about TOP student support services, facilities, healthcare, obtaining legal advice; what to do in an emergency and contact details of the UNE and TOP staff that can assist. In addition information is given about the rights and responsibilities of UNE students including information about complaints, appeals and the legal requirements regarding study and residence in Australia. Orientation also includes guidelines about how to study UNE courses successfully and an introduction to Australian culture, society and life. In addition to the formal processes described above, students have their first opportunity to meet with fellow students and staff over some typically Australian refreshments.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
An ongoing social activities program runs throughout each semester and provides opportunities for students to enjoy a range of activities outside study. These include occasional weekends or one day excursions to various locations in Sydney.
ACADEMIC AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Continuing study assistance is provided by specially trained staff on an individual or group basis to assist students with note taking, referencing, essay and report writing, paraphrasing, grammar, oral presentations, researching, time management and exam preparation. UNE’s Academic Skills Office in Armidale also provides support online; further information and contact details for the UNE Academic Skills Office can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/for/current-students/#item2
COUNSELLING SERVICE
UNEIA provides a free and confidential counselling service. Counsellors can help students adjust to their new environment, deal effectively with difficult personal situations and advocate on behalf of students. In addition, UNE Student Assist staff and the International Services Manager at UNE in Armidale are available for help and support via email and telephone. The International Services Manager also makes visits to UNEIA during the year. Further information about UNE Student Assist and UNE International Services can be obtained at: http://www.une.edu.au/elis
TEACHING FACILITIES
TOP provides contemporary learning facilities for students studying UNE courses in Sydney. There are fully equipped lecture facilities with audio visual projection equipment, small tutorial rooms and fully equipped computer laboratories with fast internet access and appropriate software.
There are study areas for groups and individuals in addition to teaching rooms. Staff and students may use computers, photocopiers, television and video/DVD players, digital cameras, scanners and audio visual projectors to facilitate successful teaching and learning.
LIBRARY FACILITIES
Students have access to library, photocopying, printing and email services. The TOP Library collection includes books, journals, audio-visual materials as well as other resources and provides workspace for students. Students also have free access to the nearby Fisher Library at the University of Sydney.
Online training is available in Internet and research skills. Students also have full online access to UNE’s Dixon Library in Armidale.
STUDENT COMMON AREAS AND SPORTING FACILITIES
Students at Australian Technology Park enjoy spacious common areas indoor and outdoor, including cafes and parkland. Students also enjoy the membership of the nearby Sports Centre of the University of Sydney.
FIRST AID FACILITIES
First Aid Kits and supplies are kept on the premises. UNEIA staff respond immediately to requests for first aid
assistance.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Several options are available for students, including rental accommodation, shared accommodation and homestay. Most international students prefer to share rental accommodation to reduce costs. TOP staff assist students to find accommodation.
Although accommodation is usually readily available, the beginning of each trimester is a very busy time and accommodation may take a little longer to find during these periods. Homestay with an Australian family who provide accommodation and meals is a good option for international students.
The approximate cost of homestay is between A$250 to A$290 per week. TOP keeps a list of real estate agents and homestay providers to assist students in making necessary arrangements. Students need to make a request for this service at least two weeks in advance and conditions and charges apply. For further information contact TOP at: info@top.edu.au
