So your years as an undergraduate have come to an end and ultimately you’re asking yourself, what the #$%* am I supposed to do now? Whether you’re planning on continuing onto postgrad study, taking some time to consider your future or jumping straight into the workforce, do not panic, you’ll figure it out and if you take only one thing from this article please let … Continue reading So you’ve finished your degree…what now?
1. Navigator (aka, this trusty blog!) Navigator is maintained by a team of students just like you! Every article written on our blog is created by students for students. It’s a safe place for students to share the realities faced when studying at university. We aim to connect with students who have encountered similar experiences and help them in some way. Navigator is a great … Continue reading The 4 best ways to stay informed at the University of Newcastle
The online leaning world is continuing to develop and grow. Have you ever wondered how studying online is different from studying on campus? We interviewed some UON students to give us insight into the main differences between studying online vs on-campus. Online Study What’s involved? Studying online through UON means that you will do the same coursework as students studying on-campus, but you can get … Continue reading Online vs on-campus study
The expectation that students will have some kind of work experience as well as a degree when they graduate has made a summer job or internship necessary for most of us. But maybe it’s worth sticking it out at uni through the summer to gain extra course credit and potentially finish early. What better way to settle this debate than with a trusty pros and … Continue reading Summer School or summer job?
This year I transitioned from off-campus retail employment to a job on campus and it’s honestly the best decision I’ve ever made. I have gained experience, friendships and more importantly an income. The first thing to realise is the sheer number of jobs available on campus for students. Too many to list, in fact: Project Assistants, Research Assistants, PASS Leaders, Student Engagement Assistants, Residential Mentors, … Continue reading Why you should look into a job at the University of Newcastle
This year I transitioned from off -campus retail employment to a job on campus and it’s honestly the best decision I’ve ever made. I have gained experience, friendships and more importantly an income. Here’s 5 reasons why you should look at getting an on-campus job. $$$ Put that ‘poor uni student’ stereotype to rest. Money is the essential element to a savings account… And cash … Continue reading Why you should look into a job at UON
Accept that you’ll worry a little, then focus on the positives Worrying is a part of being human. It only becomes a concern when our anxiety gets the better of us and our silly minds blow things way out of proportion. I like to think about the worst possible thing that could happen just to get it out of my system. My mind then starts … Continue reading Waiting for those results totally sucks, here’s how to do it better
