We Got You Guide to Uni Life
University is more than studying for a degree, it's about growing and developing your confidence and skills while also managing life's ups and downs — and that's where our service teams come in!
We have a range of academic and personal services to facilitate your success. There are also services on campus that offer opportunities, events, and activities to help you succeed at your studies 🙌.
| Academic Services 🤔 | |
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| Maths Learning Centre (MLC) | Get support to engage with mathematics in your course and exam revision. Watch the video to find out more and hear from our students. |
| Writing Centre | Help to develop your writing skills from initial idea to final revision, and everything in between. Book a time to chat with a Learning Advisor, either face-to-face or online. |
| Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) | Weekly study sessions with students who have excelled in difficult courses. Hear from a PASS leader about what's involved. |
| Free after-hours online study support with subject experts. Find out more and sign up. | |
| Library services | Our library have more than just books and e-books. They have a range of services and resources to help you with your studies. You could start with a self-guided tour! |
| Academic integrity means being honest in your academic work, acknowledging and respecting the ideas and contributions of others, and showing your own skills and understanding in your assessments. Learn more and complete the Academic Integrity module in MyUni. | |
| The ELC is part of the University of Adelaide and offers a range of General and Academic English language programs, along with short courses for international students. | |
| Neurodivergent Study Skills Workshops | These workshops are taught from a neuro-affirming and strength based approach by a neurodivergent facilitator. Read more and register to attend online or face-to-face. |
| Campus Life 😃 | |
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| Ask Adelaide | Get help with all your general enquiries by live chat, phone, email or in person. If your enquiry is more complex, we’ll refer you to the right place to get the help you need. |
| Our professional team of accommodation specialists are available to assist our university community (24 hours a day, 7 days per week) to provide general accommodation information, tenancy support and to apply for a place in University managed student accommodation. | |
| Get to know our teams and programs that can help prepare your for your career and connect you with industry and employers. Find jobs, internships, resources, workshops, and more using the CareerHub online platform. | |
| Find information on support and reporting options if you have witnessed or experienced any form of unacceptable behaviour. Get access to training and other resources that can be used to increase everyone's awareness and capacity to actively shape a culture of inclusion and respect. | |
| Security is available 24 hours a day on all campuses. University Security emergency number: 8313 5444. Learn about the range of services available that supports safety on campus. | |
| YouX |
Find out how you can improve your experience at the University of Adelaide. Whatever you want to get out of your uni experience, you can do it with us. Learn about the student programs and services that will help you navigate and thrive. |
| YouX facilitate over 160 student-led clubs. Whether you’re a new student, returning student, international student or exchange student, joining a club is one of the best ways to find friendship and fulfilment at the University of Adelaide | |
| Balance out your studies and choose from over 38 sporting groups to help you find new friends, get fit and stay healthy. | |
| Gym | Our gym at the North Terrace campus is fully equipped with a range of membership options. There are generous discounts for students and competitive rates for the general public. |
| IT Help | Find out about the services and support available to you. You can also access support in-person on campus at the IT Helpdesk near Ask Adelaide. |
| Merchandise and clothing | Get uniforms, faculty clothing, University merch and giftware at The Store, located in Hub Central. |
| Parking | Onsite parking is available when you use a valid parking permit attached to your vehicle. Find out costs and make an application. |
| Volunteering | The University has more than 2500 volunteers and over 70 volunteer groups that can help you gain valuable employability skills and contribute to the community. Hear from student volunteers and find out more. |
| Personal Support 👋 | |
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| Wirltu Yarlu is responsible for engaging with and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as providing support to students during their time here at the University of Adelaide. | |
| Counselling | Student Life Counselling Support provides free, confidential, short-term professional counselling support to currently enrolled students, to address issues that may be affecting their studies and life. |
| Student Care |
Student Care offers independent information, advocacy, support and referral across a range of academic, administrative and welfare issues to all students enrolled at the University of Adelaide. |
| Disability Support | Students with a disability can receive personalised advice and assistance from Disability Advisors to identify relevant Reasonable Adjustments, and provide information and advice about how to negotiate Reasonable Adjustments with academic staff. |
| Elite Athlete Support | By providing a flexible and responsive approach to study, the University supports students to balance their sporting and academic commitments. A range of supports are available to registered elite athletes including the opportunity to apply for a number of scholarships offered through the University. |
| Wellbeing Hub | Our overall wellbeing comprises many aspects of our life. Find resources and student-led media that will assist you to explore, question and consider how you might help someone else and yourself. |
| International Student Support | We empower international students to succeed by providing timely, clear, and accurate advice, and facilitating meaningful connections. International Student Advisors are available for a one-on-one appointment to assist you with personal issues, problems with your studies, financial issues and student visas or Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). |
| Our Chaplains are available to assist all members of the community, irrespective of personal belief, philosophy, life view or faith. Chaplains welcome the opportunity for discussion of the broader questions of life, spirituality or faith, as well as being available for pastoral care and counsel in particular personal situations. | |
| Childcare |
The Adelaide Campus Childrens Centre and Waite Campus Childrens Centre are operated by an independent, not-for-profit association, Adelaide University Childcare Services Inc. The centres are available for use by staff, students and the general community. Full-time and part-time care is provided. |
| Health Practice (General Practitioners, Doctors) | Located in the Horace Lamb Building, the GPs practising at University Health Practice provide high-quality health care to patients, including city-based workers and The University of Adelaide students and staff. |
Article updated on 30 January 2025 by Jo.