University of Queensland Student Services Student Services Student

University of Queensland Student Services

Student Services • Student Counselling • Disability Support • Learning Assistance • Accommodation Services (We’ve got plenty of options available to suit your needs and lifestyle at e. g. https: //uqrentals. com. au/) • International Student Advisors (Find support for overcoming the unique challenges of studying in a foreign country) • Multi-Faith Chaplaincy (We have a number of chaplains on staff who provide pastoral care, support, spiritual conversations, learning and events) • News 2 UQ: Get involved at UQ e. g. Mates at UQ for activities/events, etc.

Student Counsellors …can help with: Improving overall wellbeing, and • Coping with stress, relationships and mental health issues • Personal circumstances impacting on studies Providing….

Counselling Our counsellors can assist you to gain a clearer understanding of the challenges you face and how to identify appropriate strategies so you can make the best possible decision for yourself: Options: • Face-to-face appointment (Herston/St Lucia) • Skype • Phone appointment • Online Counselling (however…) http: //www. uq. edu. au/student-services/wellbeing

Groups/programs Group: • Freedom from your cage: Break free from your body image Workshops: • Being your own best mate • Growing your assertiveness • Looking after your brain • Stress to success • 2017 - goals creating the life you want At St Lucia, register on-line

Self-help resources (online) Learn self-help strategies to help improve your mental health, personal relationships and physical health - and recognise when it may be worth seeking help. Mental health: Personal relationships: Physical health: * Suicidal thoughts * Self-confidence/esteem * Alcohol and other drugs * Stress * Cultural adjustment * Sexual assault * Anxiety * Bullying * Insomnia * Anger * Grief and Loss * Deliberate self-harm * Depression * Loneliness * Eating disorders http: //www. uq. edu. au/student-services/counselling/common-problems

Disability Advisors …can help with: • Temporary disability or injury/illness (e. g broken leg) • Permanent disability/illness (e. g hearing impairment) • Learning disability • Medical conditions • Mental health condition We will require relevant medical documentation http: //www. uq. edu. au/student-services/disability

DA can assist by • Develop a Student Access Plan • Discuss possible exam adjustments • Organize appropriate arrangements/equipment

Learning Advisors . . . can help with: • Learning appointments • Learning workshops • Online learning guides: Assignment writing Group work Time/study management Exam prep Statistical support Presentation skills Postgraduate research http: //www. uq. edu. au/student-services/learning

LA workshops: E. g. HDR/Research • • • An Introduction to Basic Thesis/Dissertation Composition: This workshop looks at different types of thesis structures. Writing a Literature Review for Postgraduate Research Students: Our workshop outlines the process to use writing your literature review for postgraduate research students An Introduction for Postgraduate Research Students to Selecting, Managing and Focusing Reading: This workshop will explore some strategies to help you manage your reading load and read more efficiently as a postgraduate research student. Preparation for Confirmation: This workshop outlines the key purposes and characteristics of the confirmation document and related processes. Getting Started - Research Students: Getting Started includes essential information you need for a smooth transition to your research degree, including enrolling, navigating the campus, and support services available. It is compulsory for international students and recommended for all.

The Team @ Herston: Oral Health Centre, level 5, Student Lounge, check in at reception • Counsellor: Rita Mesch (Mon-Wed) • Disability Advisor: Tania Kapp (Mon and Thurs) • Learning Support: TBC IES Careers Market May 2015

How can you book an appointment? On Line: http: //www. uq. edu. au/student-services/ Phone: 07 3365 1704 Email: ssherston@uq. edu. au ss@uq. edu. au Remember: Services are Free and Confidential Also: New 2 UQ and Mates@UQ