Before Classes Start
Important Dates 2013
Make yourself familiar with the Critical Dates that relate to your study.
See also Academic Year Dates 2013.
Card Services
Once you have enrolled, visit Card Services with a print out of your enrolment and you will be able to collect your Student ID card.
Your student ID card will provide you with swipe access to the Level 1 and Level 2 computer suites and the kitchen facilities, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After hours, you will need to swipe your Student ID card to gain access to the building.
Welcome Lunch: Hub Day Out
Come along for a FREE lunch and meet students, staff and academics, as well as representatives from many student bodies!
You will be introduced to the Professions Hub and the free services that are available to you during your university life.
- FREE food
- MEET other students, staff and Academics
- CONNECT with mentor programs
- JOIN student bodies
Date: Wednesday, 27 February 2013
Time: 12 - 2pm
Location: Professions Student Hub, 10 Pulteney Street
Meet your teachers, fellow peers and familiarise yourself with the PG Hub and its services.
Professions Learning Centre (PLC) Workshops
Over the first 8 weeks of Semester 1, the Professions Learning Centre will run a series of workshops to help you get started on the right track to begin your University journey. These will range from how to structure assignments correctly to avoiding plagiarism and exam revision strategies.
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Avoiding Plagiarism and Referencing SkillsNot sure what needs referencing and how to reference accurately? This interactive workshop will help you understand when you need to reference and provide practice in following academic referencing conventions. |
Date: Wed 13 March Semester 1, Week 2 |
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Analysing Questions and Structuring AssignmentsYou've got tute assignments every week and bigger assignments to start. This session will provide you with tips on how to analyse questions and set up a clear, logical and well-linked argument in your assignment. |
Date: Wed 27 March Semester 1, Week 4 |
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Summarising and Paraphrasing SkillsIntegrating information from your readings into your essay or report is a necessary part of the assignment writing process. This workshop will enable you to learn and practise techniques for improving your summarising and paraphrasing skills. |
Date: Wed 10 April Semester 1, Week 6 |
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Oral Presentation SkillsDoes the idea of standing up and talking in front of your lecturers and peers terrify you? You're not alone! Ideas on structure, content, connecting phrases, voice and body language techniques - this workshop will help give you the skills and confidence you need to be an engaging and persuasive presenter. |
Date: Wed 1 May Semester 1, Week 7 (before mid-semester break) |
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Exam Revision StrategiesThe exams are in just a few weeks!! You've got piles of notes and need to get organised fast. This session will give you useful ideas on how to revise, manage those stress levels and help you feel confident about taking your exams. |
Date: Wed 8 May Semester 1, Week 8 (after mid-semester break) |
Become Involved
There are many ways to get involved with University life when you are part of the Faculty of the Professions. We have listed some of the groups and services below. Click each link to find out more.
- Professions PG Peer Mentors
The PG Mentor Program is a social support network which offers first year Postgraduate students in Business, Economics and Education the chance to benefit from the experiences of senior postgraduate students.
Read all about your mentors here and their top tips for students. You can also join in the conversation on Facebook!
- Professions Careers Development Service
This service is available for students from the following programs:
- Adelaide MBA
- Master of Applied Finance
- Master of Commerce
- Master of International Business
- Master of Professional Accounting
- As well as combined programs including any of the above
One-on-one appointments can be made with the PG Careers Development Manager. Discussions can include support in the following areas:- Graduate program information and resources
- Cover sheet, Resume/CVs
- Job applications
- Interview preparation
- Digital and personal brand
- NetworkingThe 2013 Workshop series will include sessions such as:
You can make an appointment with Jen by either emailing the PG Hub, visiting the PG Hub on Level 1, Nexus 10 or calling 8313 0718.- Resume/cv writing
- Selection criteria writing
- Cover letter construction
- Interview techniques
- Australian cultural workplace practices
- Careers panels with industry representatives - Professions Internships
With the growing skills shortage and fierce competition for talent employers can utilise the program to build their brand among students, gain access to high-calibre interns in a variety of specialist educations fields in business, and make the most of additional resources.
This fantastic learning opportunity also allows students to gain first-hand experience and apply the knowledge and skills related to their studies in an work place setting and build industry networks to assist them when they begin looking for employment.
Click here for more information about Internships and to see what opportunities are available.
- Professions Alumni
The Faculty of the Professions has always recognised the importance its Alumni play in assisting to drive and shape the future direction of the University.
Its alumni live and work all over the world making significant contributions in the fields of Law, Government, Private Industry, Business, Education, Research, Culture and Architecture.
The Alumni program provides great opportunities to network with graduates and your peers.
- Study Overseas
The Faculty of the Professions offers exciting opportunities for Business, Economics and Education postgraduate students to undertake part of their postgraduate degree at a overseas partner institution without having to extend the duration of their program or pay extra tuition fees.
There are three types of overseas opportunities for current University of Adelaide students including full semester exchanges, short term programs and study tours.
Interested? Click here to find out how you can study overseas.
Get to know the PG Hub
You should now be successfully enrolled and well on theway to starting your studies in the Faculty of the Professions.
The Postgraduate Hub wish you all the best with your studies and enjoy your time with the Faculty of the Professions.
For more information:
The PG Hub
Now that you have finished enrolling, come to Level 1, 10 Pulteney Street where you will find the Professions PG Hub, exclusively for you as a student enrolled into either Postgraduate Business, Economics or Education coursework programs.
Here you will find:
- 24 hour computer suites
- Student Kitchen
- Access to the PG Peer Mentor Program, where you can interact with senior students who understand what it is like to be a new postgraduate student
- Program Advisers, who are here to help you plan and organise your program to best suit you
- Career services exclusive to Postgraduate Business and Economics
- Study Abroad and Exchange opportunities
- 24 hours access to all facilities.
PG Hub Contact Details:
If you have any questions, please contact the PG Hub.
The main form of contact with the PG Hub is by email: pghub@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: +61 8313 6455
Contact Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Level 1, Majoribanks Wings, NEXUS 10
Go for a walk through the PG Hub below.
NEXUS 10
Marjoribanks Wing
Cnr Pulteney Street & North Terrace
THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
SA 5005 AUSTRALIA
Ph: +61 8 8313 4755
or +61 8 8313 8131
Fax: +61 8 8303 6050
ughub@adelaide.edu.au
Ph: +61 8 8313 6455
or +61 8 8313 0718
Fax: +61 8303 4521
pghub@adelaide.edu.au
