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Workshops, programs and online resources
Pre-session workshops
Academic literacy workshops
Academic literacy workshops are short workshops (two-four hours, two-day, four-day or online) that run before and during session. The workshops will give an introduction to what's expected of you at university and develop essential literacy skills such as essay writing, critical analysis, referencing, note taking and assignment preparation.
For more information go to the Academic literacy workshops page.
Maths Start workshops
The Mathematics Education Support Hub (MESH) runs Maths Start refresher workshops before Autumn Session. Revise your skills in Algebra, Statistics, Trigonometry and Calculus and be ready for the start of semester. For registration and more information visit the Maths Start Bridging Program (opens in a new window). All workshop materials are available through the Maths Start vUWS site. If you don't have the Maths Start Workshops site in your My vUWS Sites, please contact MESH for access.
For more information and for other MESH maths and stats workshops and services, visit the MESH events, workshops and programs page (opens in a new window).
Returning to Learning workshop
The Returning to Learning workshop is perfect for mature age students who have had a break from education or are coming through a pathway program. You'll explore issues relevant to your success as a mature age student. You will learn to:
- manage your responsibilities as a student
- understand the university environment
- enhance your time management
- develop your support networks
- understand the online learning environment
Due to COVID19 restrictions we are unable to offer this workshop face to face in 2021. Please consider the on-demand version of this workshop through vUWS as in the online resources section below. If you have any questions regarding returning to learning please contact us counselling@westernsydney.edu.au or call 1300370 668 (option 4 then 1) to book an appointment with one of the Counselling team.
During session workshops
Academic literacy and grammar workshops
For more information go to the Academic literacy workshops page.
MESH - maths and statistics help
- Drop-in MESH maths and stats help is available in many campus libraries, no appointment needed. View the times and venues (opens in a new window).
- MESH's online tutoring service I Don't Get It and online foundational maths and stats learning resources, on vUWS site Improve Your Maths, are available throughout the year. Access I Don't Get It from the Improve Your Maths vUWS site. If you cannot access the resources, please email MESH.
- MESH runs workshops to assist students in well over a dozen courses and units. These workshops target specific first (and some second) level units that involve quantitative content. Examples of the extensive number of units targeted are Statistics for Business, Quantitative Thinking, Biomechanics and Mathematics for Engineers Preliminary. MESH also runs workshops for education students and nursing students. Visit the Events, Workshops and Programs site (opens in a new window), which is updated regularly with times and venues.
Life skills workshops
- Motivation and Planning
- Do Presentations and Stress Less
- Thinking of Dropping Out?
- Manage Exam Worry – Be Your Best
- Strategies for Success in Exams and Preparation
- Maximise your Memory
- Group Work
- Public Speaking
- Perfectionism
If you think stress is controlling you rather than you controlling stress, then these workshops are for you. Or, if you just want to brush up on your time management skills. Feel in control of your studies and your life and acquire professional skills that are essential in any workplace. You may also want to consider your options if you are thinking of dropping out.
How to access
Look for 'Study,Money & Life Skills' in vUWS (opens in a new window)
Or if you wish to discuss any of these module topics further, please contact the counselling service on 1300 668 370 to arrange an appointment with a counsellor.
Applying for Work: Resume and Cover Letter - Careers workshop
- Find out more, including workshop dates and locations in CareerHub
Applying for Work: Selection Criteria - Careers workshop
- Find out more, including workshop dates and locations in CareerHub
Finding Work - Careers workshop
- Find out more, including workshop dates and locations in CareerHub
Interviewing for Work - Careers workshop
- Find out more, including workshop dates and locations in CareerHub
Online study resources
Successful Searching Tutorial
- Getting started by finding information
- Interpreting your reading list
- Managing your information
- Evaluating your information
- Using information ethically
Study Smart
- improve your assignment writing
- increase your academic study skills in a range of areas
- study with integrity, and
- give you confidence that you are handing in your best work
Returning to Learning and Introduction to eLearning online workshops
When can I use the site?
The online site is available all year and you can access it any time.
- Login to the Returning to Learning vUWS site and click 'go to site'
Online mathematics support (MESH)
- revise or 'brush-up' on their basic mathematical skills
- understand and practice the mathematical calculations underpinning their discipline area/s
- gain statistical skills for their industry
Build your confidence in using mathematics by engaging in the activities provided on the MESH hub.
Access the Mathematics Education Support Hub (MESH).
Study, Money & Life Skills online workshops
For more information visit the Study, Money and Life Skills page.
TheDesk online learning
TheDesk offers free access to online modules, tools, quizzes and resources, including a comprehensive Get Help section.
TheDesk was developed by Dr Helen Stallman (UQ), Professor David Kavanagh (QUT), and Associate Professor Alan Ralph (UQ) and funded by beyondblue.
Higher Degree Research: Candidate Support and Resources
The University offers a range of support and resources for higher degree research candidates such as workshops and training courses.
For more information on the resources available for candidates, go to Candidate Support and Resources.
Perfectionism and Procrastination tutorial
Perfectionism is a trait that motivates you to achieve success, however, it can also immobilise your attempts at actually getting started on your work and heighten procrastination.
In this video (opens in a new window), Cristina Pastore talks to us about good and bad perfectionism, how to stop procrastinating and what you can do to become better at managing your time. The idea is to develop your skills so that you can blitz through your research degree and reduce your stress about getting everything completed on time.
Public speaking anxiety tutorial
Do you experience high levels of anxiety and worry about public speaking? This is a common concern for many people, even for researchers in academia who are considered experts in their field.
In this video (opens in a new window), Erin Helleur talks to us about some strategies you can use to manage your anxiety and develop your presentation skills so that you can speak about your research with confidence.
Peer support programs
PASS
For more information visit the PASS webpage.
MATES
For more information visit the MATES webpage.
Contacts
Mathematics Education Support Hub (MESH)
Counselling
PASS
Phone (02) 4736 0849
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