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How uni works

This section takes the mystery and confusion out of starting uni by taking you through how things work and giving you a glimpse of what to expect.

Table of contents

  • Important dates

    Knowing the important uni dates is crucial to succeeding as a student. Make sure you know what's coming up and what you need to do to prepare.

  • Before you start

    Accepting your offer and enrolling are just the first step in being ready for uni. Find out what else you need to know to have the best possible start at Western Sydney University.

  • What to expect

    Knowing what's expected of you is half the battle. This section talks you through the big 'firsts' of uni and what happens next.

  • What is 'success' at uni?

    Success at uni is different for each student. The most important thing is knowing what success is for you.

  • Differences between school and uni

    If you’re starting uni straight after finishing high school, it can be a bit tricky to get your head around how differently some things work at uni (compared to your school).

  • Get involved

    Uni is about more than classes, study and assessments. There are tonnes of ways to get involved and enrich your student experience at Western Sydney University.

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