Hi I'm Karlyn from Southern Cross University and today I'm going to take
you through the top 9 tips to get you started and for you to succeed at
University and don't worry if you don't have time to write down the phone
numbers and URLs, at the end of this video we'll have a handy tip sheet for
you to download. Tip number one is if you're not watching this video as a part
of the New to Southern Cross University program then that's where you'll need to
go. You'll find handy tips on how to balance your life and study, time
management and support on how to write assignments. Our second tip is getting
comfortable with the online systems. You may think because you know how to Google
or watch Netflix that you've got it covered but they're specific platforms
you need to know how to navigate. These platforms will help you manage your
enrolment and find your study materials. They are: MyEnrolment, MySCUand
your Southern Cross University email. MyEnrolment is where you enrol in units
and change them, check your grades and find out your exam
timetable so make sure you check it regularly.
MySCU is where you'll be spending a lot of time. Here you'll access all of your
study materials, updates from your lecturers and the discussion board where
you'll interact with other students and ask questions. Make sure you check out
MySCU before classes start. Make sure you check your Southern Cross University
student emails - the University doesn't send emails to Yahoo or Gmail or any
other accounts so it's essential that you check your student emails regularly.
And a bonus tip: there are lots of usernames and passwords to remember so
if you have a private phone or computer make sure you save the passwords
it'll make logging in a lot easier and download the Microsoft Outlook app so
you'll have access to your student emails at all times.
Tip number three is how to get your ID card. You'll need the ID when you're
going into exams, borrowing from the library or accessing printers and rooms
on campus. If you're an online student, log on to MyEnrolment and complete the
a form for the ID card request and the card will be mailed to you. If you're on
campus, pop into the student services hub and you'll be given one just like this.
Tip number four is where to find your textbooks. Each unit will specify any
prescribed text and any other equipment that you need, so go to this link, type in
your unit name or code and under prescribed text you'll find exactly what
you need. You can also find your textbooks at the Coop bookshop or
second-hand through Facebook groups or noticeboards on campus. Tip number five
is how to stay on top of it all. Knowing key dates such as your census date, class
commencement, holidays and exams are all important to keep you organised and on
track during the session. There can be a lot of different demands to manage when
you're studying so being organised is key. We have a whole other video that
goes into all of this in detail, make sure you check it out.
Tip number six is how to use the library. Our library and staff are full of
information to help you with your studies. You have access to online
databases to help you research for your assignments and you can contact a
librarian via phone, email or book an appointment online. For our online
students, we'll express post or courier books to you within Australia or airmail
if you're overseas. Feel free to contact our amazing library staff for more
information. Our next tip is all about helping you do the best in your studies
and our go-to gurus are the academic skills team. On their website you'll find
how-to guides to help you with referencing, writing reports and
preparing for exams. They run free online and face-to-face workshops so I highly
recommend you book in via the web link or make a one-on-one appointment. It
doesn't matter whether or not you're struggling with science or literacy, the
team is there to help you and support you in your studies so jump on the
discussion board and introduce yourself request a uni mentor through
MyEnrolment. They're students just like us and have been there and done that and they
can help you get you settled. Remember they can get in touch with you
by phone, email, Facebook or in person. And lastly, join a student association, club
or society - anything from arts to debate clubs to sporting clubs, so you can make
some friends. And last but not least tip nine is how
to get help. Everyone here at Southern Cross University is here to help
whether it be study related or something more personal. Here are just a few of the
services where you can ask for help: student services hub, your unit Assessors
lecturers or tutors, academic skills, uni mentor, the student associations,
Indigenous Australian student services, accommodation services, counselling
service, technology services, chaplaincy, student advocacy and more. We have all of
their details in the cheat sheet plus they can be found on our website or in
your student diary. You've learnt the top nine tips plus a few
extras to get you started on your university journey. Remember to download
the checklist and check out our other videos and if you like this video click
the like button and share it with your friends. Thanks for watching
I'll see you in the next video.