Student News: Tuesday 31 August
Date posted: Tuesday 31 Aug 2010
Welcome to the latest edition of Student News. This fortnight's edition includes:
- Important Dates 31 August – 7 September
- Top student questions 31 August - 7 September
- Finishing your course? Apply online to graduate
- TAFE Pathways and Guaranteed Entry information sessions
- Have you considered studying in Malaysia?
- Activities, events and workshops
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Group
- Tell us what you think and go into our prize draw
- Short course specials for current students
- International student tuition fee instalment for semester two
Important Dates 31 August – 7 September
There are many important dates for students to remember this fortnight, including the Census Date and Pathways information sessions.
View the complete list of dates here.
Top student questions 31 August - 7 September
1. Student discounts: where to find them
2. What are the term dates and school breaks?
3. Can my ‘fail’ results be removed from my result/transcript?
4. Is there a microwave available for student use at the Hawthorn campus?
5. When will the exam timetable be released?
6. How do I withdraw from my course?
7. How do I change my subjects for next semester?
8. What is a census date?
9. Where do I get more information about Swinburne's wireless access?
10. If I withdraw from a course or subject are there any penalties? (Higher Education students)
For the answers to these and many more questions, visit 'Ask George' via the My.Swinburne Portal.
Finishing your course? Apply online to graduate
If you’re finishing your course, don’t wait for your results, apply to graduate online.
Visit the My Graduation website via My.Swinburne to lodge your application.
Applications close 22 October 2010 for the international student ceremonies in December (ceremony attendance only).
Applications close Tuesday 2 January 2011 for those graduating in March/April 2011. This includes students who wish to attend a graduation ceremony and students who wish to have their testamur mailed out to them.
For further information please visit the graduation website.
TAFE Pathways and Guaranteed Entry information sessions
If you’re considering transferring to university after you complete your TAFE course, Swinburne has a range of transfer options to suit you.Join us at one of the following information sessions to find out more about further study options, credits available, fees and the benefits of graduating with both a TAFE and a university qualification.
Hawthorn
30 September, EN202, 12:30 – 1:30pm
29 October, BA403, 12:30 – 1:30pm
26 November, EN203, 12:30 – 1:30pm
Prahran
31 August, PH502, 12:30 – 1:30pm
Croydon
2 September, CC201, 12:30 – 1:30pm
Lilydale
9 September, LA209, 12:30 – 1:30pm
For more information and to register, please visit the pathways website.
Have you considered studying in Malaysia?
As a Swinburne student you have the opportunity to study at Swinburne Sarawak for one or two semesters as part of the Swinburne exchange program - see more details here.
Activities, events and workshops
The university runs activities, events and workshops all year round to provide some fun and entertainment on campus.
See what is happening over the next two weeks.
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Group
International and country students studying at the Hawthorn campus are invited to join the CALD Group to meet students from all over the world and share your experiences.
Drop in for the next free afternoon tea to find out more about other upcoming activities.
The group meets every Friday from 3.00pm – 4.00pm in room TD326 at the Hawthorn campus.
To register, contact Katherine Yannakis or Liza Ng on 9214 8025 or kyannakis@swin.edu.au or lng@swin.edu.au.
Tell us what you think and go into our prize draw
Swinburne students are invited to share their experiences about how they found out about Swinburne and why they chose to study here by filling out this survey.
It’s totally confidential and the answers will be collated by independent communications company, JWT Education. Students will also be put in to the draw to win one of two $250 cash prizes.
The survey should take around 20 minutes to complete.
Short course specials for current students
See what courses Swinburne students are entitled to a 10 per cent discount on here.
International student tuition fee instalment for semester two
The second instalment of semester two fees is due on Wednesday 8 September.
There are a number of ways you can pay your fees. Remember, you must pay your fees on or before the due date (late penalties apply).
Find out more about paying your fees.
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